Sunday, 28 February 2016

Self Doubt

I do not like self doubt!  I like to analyze things and then make a decision.  Once my decision is made, I will stick with it until other facts are presented that may changes my path. This week I have had two things that have made me doubt my decisions. 

The first is due to a new position that I have applied for.  I work very closely with two directors who have also become friends.  Although they are very supportive, one has also has made it very clear that he does not want me to leave.  That my leaving would be have a negative impact to his business.  I must say its is a very nice feeling to know you have done a good job but now I am second guessing my decision for even applying.  Am I doing this for the right reason? Is my current team at the high functioning level that I believe they are at or will I leave them in a mess? I believe I have left a good succession path but am I really seeing the truth?

The second is my form decision.   I chose to do Stick 1 and 3 since I am also learning a net new hand form.  But it feels like I am the only one who is not developing a form.  Now I am second guessing myself again. Did I take the easy way out? Is perfecting this form good enough?   Is there an opportunity that I may be missing by not creating my own form?

I know that I will carry forward with both paths as this is only my journey to take, but I also know that it is time for me to talk to people, to make sure that I am looking at things with my eyes open.  I think the thing harder for me than self doubt might be asking for help along the path.

2 comments:

  1. YouI have to do what is right for you. I struggled with this last year, but I know you will find your way!

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  2. I agree. You have to do what is right for you. As far as your stick goes, you did not take the easy way out. Perfecting a form is a challenge, no matter if you develop it yourself or choose a curricular form. Ironically, many choose to develop their own form because they think that will be easier than perfecting a curricular form.

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