Unleash My Creativity...and my dog

Working a full time job really curtails my creativity. I get ideas driving into work and while at work, but, by the time I get home, I'm too tired to implement anything. I thought this picture of my dog was very symbolic. The tree represents your job and the tether is your responsibilities that keep you tied to your job. The more responsibilities the more you are wrapped around that job until you have little room to move. This of course, does not apply to "jobs" that you love to do. When I worked for myself, I was happiest. The key is to keep your financial responsibilities to a minimum and this will loosen that tether which gives you more space to be creative or inventive. There is a lot to be said to simplifying your life. Your mortgage, car payments, big cell phone bill...these things move you closer and closer to that tree. Maybe it's because I am closing in on 50 that I am looking at things differently. How many talented and creative people are tethered to that tree and in turn are not following their true calling or at least taking a few steps in that direction?

I had the same job for almost 20 years. Went to work everydayworking 60+ hours a week and still struggled with bills. Once in awhile you have to make big changes in your life. Take a chance. If you don't, then you cannot complain about your current situation. I took a chance, it was a great experience, it was a financial hit, but I knew that when I did it. You can either sit in the stands and watch or jump in and start playing the game! I was tired of watching. I'm back in the stands for now, but plan on putting my jersey back on soon.

- Sean