Hi Wendy,

When you’re starting out, most of the time it’s wise to separate your passions/what you like to do and your job/career. This way what you love isn’t contaminated by tying it to making $$. I’m thinking you could be a spiritual/nutritional/lifestyle counselor on the weekend/at night. This way you can keep growing/exploring/creating without putting yourself into a box right off the bat. You’re trying to describe yourself, and labels come with limits. But what you’re into will forever be expanding! If you find “It” and it’s promising, then quit your regular job or do both part time. Then do whatever gives you joy and $$ full time.

I know this isn’t the “Go For It!” (whatever It is) advice typically out there. But I’m picking up “Councilor”.

Best,

Inky

• This reply was modified 9 years, 4 months ago by Inky.

Hi Wendy – you seem to be on the edge of becoming – 24 and just starting out – an exciting time, despite some of the missteps (like the corrupt fashion design industry you encountered). But there’s nothing wrong with that – it’s all there to teach us the lessons we need to learn.

And then, as Inky mentioned – there’s that little thing called money that the world revolves around. There’s two schools of thought here – the one where they say “Jump and the net will appear” and the other where you create your own net so you know it will be there when you need it 🙂

Either way, I think it’s an exciting time to be where you are, and your interest in spirituality can be the anchor that helps you become who you are, find your soul’s purpose, and then creating the life you want to live.

My work is about helping people discover their Dharma, the inner wisdom that prompts you to become who you are. I’d love to help you with your journey, or any questions you might have: saiisha@nestintheforest.com

Or check out my website and see if it’s something that speaks to you: http://www.NestInTheForest.com

Good Luck on your journey!!