Comments on: To Hell With What They Say

By: Tom Volkar

Tom Volkar — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 14:44:49 +0000

Evelyn – Stand strong on what you know. It’s only woo-woo to them because of their own fears.

Jorge – Welcome man and thanks for the link. I’ll be sure to check it out soon. Playing it safe just does not work.

By: Jorge Lazaro Diaz

Jorge Lazaro Diaz — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 01:27:04 +0000

I’m not much into rugby, but I like the sound of someone living sopassionately. My passion’s about helping job seekers (a bit less troublesome on the ankles) and I’ve run into a few that like playing it safe and then complain about how unsatisfied they are with their lives. You get what you pay for.

For some of the commenters, I’ve got a review of “What Color Is Your Parachute @ http://www.careerjockey.org/parachute-book/ that can help you as you discern your next cool thing to do. Might be of help.
.-= Jorge Lazaro Diaz´s last blog ..Wild-Card Interview Questions? What Do You Do? =-.

By: Evelyn Lim

Evelyn Lim — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 01:44:21 +0000

You said “True callings need no further explanation”. Yay!! I can’t agree more!!

I know what some of my friends are saying when they learn about my latest ventures. They are puzzled over why I would give up a previous stable job for something “woo woo”.

Well, I am still going for it!!
.-= Evelyn Lim´s last blog ..Love The Man In The Mirror =-.

By: Tom Volkar

Tom Volkar — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 18:11:00 +0000

Bill – Ha ha, for those of you with little rugby knowledge a hooker is a key position in the scrum named for the player’s ability to sweep his leg out and hook the ball for his team.

Jannie – Absolutely we’ve got to go for it regardless of what others say and think. They don’t count. Each individual expressing boldly is what makes life great.

By: Jannie Funster

Jannie Funster — Sun, 05 Jul 2009 19:11:04 +0000

I love what Tess Marshall wrote in her “Flying By The Seat Of My Soul” book — Reminds me of this post. To paraphrase her, when we’re giving our best it’s just what people want most. Sounds pretty obvious. But true.

I too, as Barbara Swafford, was particularly impressed by the line “Ideal careers and businesses are more often created than found.” There is only one you, Tom And only one me. You go for that rugby game. And I’ll go for that Kerville New Folk prize next year!
.-= Jannie Funster´s last blog ..Like a bord on a wire, 9 =-.

By: William Weil

William Weil — Sun, 05 Jul 2009 17:06:55 +0000

Rugby?! Of course! NOW I understand why you’re always carrying on about not being able to find a decent hooker.

By: Tom Volkar

Tom Volkar — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 19:55:53 +0000

Sara – Good show, I’m glad that you enjoy your bumps as well as the glide. Real life stumbles and shines. Tell your daughter to play until she can’t any longer. Life is a sport for those of us who find our groove.

By: Sara

Sara — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 17:00:11 +0000

Tom,

This post was perfect timing for me! I’m seriously considering what I want my next passion to be…it’s simmering right now, but I’m confident it will emerge soon.

My favorite line in this post is, “That bold being [in you] wants to experience all the necessary bumps, disappointments and scrapes on the way to really living.” THIS IS SO TRUE.

Also, regarding the rugby, my daughter is so like you, except she’s an Ultimate Frisbee person. She’ll do anything to get out there and play….unfortunately sometimes her body says NO, but as soon she can, she’s back at it:~)
.-= Sara´s last blog ..The Second Chance =-.

By: Tom Volkar

Tom Volkar — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 16:52:41 +0000

Dot – If you dare to dig I’ll gift you with an exploratory session to discover your authentic sweet spot. You have a big “it” just like we all do. But you’re right you’ve got to identify it to go for it!

Kathy – Yep passion on the pitch is so powerful and like most good things I stumbled on it. I love following hunches and exploring the possibilities.

Suzanne – Amazing isn’t it? No matter how much we express ourselves there is always more to unveil. You keep at it. I like what I see so far and even if I didn’t so what! We gotta be who we are.

Stacey – Thanks for telling us the story of your evolution. I’nm so pleased that you’ve cleared the noise. The world needs you as you are – giving your all from your heart!

Patricia – I absolutely love your courage. That’s the beauty in this c blogging community. Everyone tells it like it is and goes for what is meaningful. Right on! I’m dropping the pounds as well.

By: Patricia

Patricia — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 16:30:45 +0000

Tom,
Great post and thank you for the motivation this morning on my Want – the Biggy!
Hey for another month and a half we are the same age! and hopefully for only another week – the same weight! Only I am 5’9″ and don’t wish to play rugby.

Loving one’s self is such a powerful thing….You go guy! and so will I….damn the torpedoes and full speed ahead.
.-= Patricia´s last blog ..The Magic WANT! =-.