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As an young adult, I abandoned my authentic self and the life I really wanted. In terms of vocation, rather than pursuing something that…

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Tom Gentry
Sep 07, 2020
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You’re Not Supposed to Hate Your Job

As a young adult, I abandoned my authentic self and the life I really wanted. In terms of vocation, rather than pursuing something that excited me, I opted for what others described as a more practical path.

Imagine having the aptitude to write professionally. You love words and you have a way with them. You immerse yo…

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