Stop Giving a S#%@. In Moderation.

Well, Summer 2011 is coming to a close and I guess I can say that this was the summer of cliche realizations. I've certainly learned a lot. Last time I posted, I was hosting at Jim 'n Nick's Barbeque. Ha. UPDATE. I quit about two weeks ago, something beyond my normal character. I was surprised at myself because that's probably the first commitment I've  really ever quit. But I let the work atmosphere affect me. Maybe I should pay more attention to my blog name; That's life. Initially, I started working there with the hope that everyone likes me, I'm on everyone's good side..etc. It didn't take me long to figure out that it's impossible to please everyone in the workplace who aren't all on the same accord. I was quickly reminded of the different classes and types of workers. You have the:

1. Youngins - Teenagers/ Young "Adults" who are there for some spending money, but don't want to work for it. I guess they assume that money appears like Magggggic.

2. Hard Workers - I mean, that's pretty self explanatory. Their eyes were open when they applied for the job and read the list of the duties expected of them...and actually do it without complaining.

And then you have the..

3. Seniority Peeps - These were the people who had x amount of years working there and thought they were just the shit. Um, get off your high horse because you still have to work (just as hard) as the rest of us.

Towards the end of my time there, it got to the point where I had a negative mentality about the day before I even got there. I just thought to myself "Clock in. Clock out. I'm not here to make friends." Of course that didn't help my situation. I eventually let the drama push me over the edge enough to quit and I do regret that decision.

More importantly, I guess this was an experience that reminded me how the military is going to be, as far as being in charge anyways. You're definitely not there to please everyone. You're there to accomplish a mission. Not everyone is going to like you, but most will respect you for doing things in a sound manner. I'd say that's something that I definitely struggle with..caring too much what people think of me. This is good to do...but in moderation. My biggest challenge will certainly be making decisions that I think are the best for myself and whoever that affects around me...and being confident in those decesions.


ON A BRIGHT NOTE. I  ordered a CARSTACHE! Can't wait for this baby to come in. Haha. Butttt yeah. Stop giving a s$%#....in moderation. :D