A fresh start.

10 years ago, the memory of MOE signing session reminded me of my internal reluctance and struggle of signing my 8 years of life away. 

Today, I am back at the very place for yet another signing session. What an irony. 

Nevertheless, this time is different - I have done so pretty much happily and readily. I guess this is how it feels like to feel empowered - to make my own choices and take responsibility of them. Honestly, I am not too sure whether this decision will be better or far worse than 10 years ago. I fear the uncertainty but I feel that I have made the best personal choice for myself that aligns with my personal belief and ambition.  I guess that's why I am still able to go up to that very stage again and to sign with confidence. 

After the signing session, I had an interesting conversation with my brother and cousin about the difference between a job and career. Long story short, my cousin was trying to share his perspective that a job shouldn't be something that you feel stuck in, but to see it as a stepping stone to expand your exposure, knowledge and skill sets that can broaden your career. In comparison, a career is like your personal insurance, you have it in you and you are able to use it in any company you go to. And you continue to learn not to become obsolete. This conversation has sparked some food for thoughts for me: What is my career? Is what I am doing now helping my career? How can my career help me achieve my aspiration to lead a more fulfilling and impactful life?

I still have no definite answers to them yet, but I look forward to seeing a clearer 'road' ahead as I embark on this new (but not so new) journey.

Cheers to a fresh start~! 

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