Break the Illusion Blog by Davey Wavey

Sometimes, the universe is very subtle in the messages that it sends our way. Sometimes. But not always.

Yesterday fell into the “not always” category when I got a phone call from one of my bosses. I’m on contract to do 20 hours a week with my largest client (my so called “real job” involves website and Internet strategy work); it’s a commitment that has become increasingly difficult to juggle with the growing amounts of time and energy that I have been putting into my blog, fitness programs and YouTube channels.

So here’s the deal: It turns out that my 20-hour position is becoming full-time in the near future. Yup, 40-hours a week. And it’s going to be in-office, whereas currently I work remotely. My boss was hopeful that I’d take the position and relocate to Boston.

She doesn’t know me too well.

Someone recently told me that a plant can only grow as big as the pot that it’s in. My pot in the proposed position would be pretty small. On the other hand, when it comes to the Internet and the possibilities here… well, the opportunities are without bound. I choose the bigger pot.

Moreover, I followed my heart.

This is what I love. This is what excites me. I feel like Alice falling down the rabbit hole, and I have no idea where this adventure may go. I feel an incredible sense of passion for what we’re creating here.

But let’s be real: The real world isn’t Wonderland. There are bills to pay and responsibilities to uphold. But I believe that you can do what you love and make a living from it. Let’s see if I’m correct. This can be one big experiment in following your heart.

I know that when I take a leap of faith in such a way that I’m aligned with dharma, the universe will catch me. For several months, I’ve stood on the edge of the metaphorical cliff contemplating my next move. My heart has said, “Jump!” but almost everyone else has said, “No! It’s too risky!” Irritated by my indecision, I think the universe has given me a big push in the form of yesterday’s phone call.

In the last 24 hours, I’ve had a lot of people tell me about uncertainly and insecurity. I say, there is nothing more secure than following your heart. And I’m excited to see where it leads me.

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