“Something has changed within me
Something is not the same
I’m through with playing by the rules
Of someone else’s game
Too late for second guessing
Too late to go back to sleep
It’s time to trust my instincts
Close my eyes and leap
It’s time to try defying gravity…”
“Defying Gravity” from Wicked
On 4/16/2010, I decided to make the leap. To defy gravity!
It’s taken a week for me to write this post. A week to cry, laugh, act impulsively, contemplate, sniffle, smile, worry, and just have fun.
Last Friday, I made the decision to leave my job at Boston College. I worked at BC for 3 years. I loved Boston College, my coworkers, and my benefits. But I knew that I was not working in a position that was setting me up for my long term career goals.
When I first created this blog, I mentioned that one of the reasons I started was because of conversations I had with my Increasing Personal Effectiveness course professor about my personality needs. My professor told me that I would never feel 100% effective (and happy) unless I was in a position that was fulfilling my extremely high creativity needs. After taking many personality tests as part of the course, I knew he was right.
Blogging kept me happy for a while. I was imaginative, taking pictures and writing my heart out. I had something to focus on, something I could be passionate about. But after 6 months, my old feelings of discontent returned. I kept thinking of everything I had discovered about myself in the course and over the months of blogging. I knew in my heart that I needed to make a change. I’d like to accomplish a lot during my lifetime and I was tired of feeling like I was waiting around, wasting time.
Jared and I had some serious discussions. I cried. A lot. I’m a crier! But in the end I realized that I needed to shake things up. Get out of my comfort zone. Though slightly earlier than planned, I decided to give my notice to leave. I want to work at a job that feels like ME. I’m still studying to earn my Nutrition and Wellness certification. I’m job searching for positions that feel like a good fit. I’m just living one day at a time and enjoying every minute of my life changing decision.
Sometimes it takes a big risk to earn a big reward. I’m putting myself out there. I’m ready for a CHAlleNGE!
It’s really scary. But I know that I did what I needed to do and that everything will come together and work out for the best. I’m so excited and motivated for big things to come. When I figure out what’s on the horizon, I’ll let ya know! 
I want to thank you all for reading my healthy living journey. Because it’s not just my workouts, the foods I eat, and occasionally my outfits. This is my life! I only get one shot and I don’t want to have any regrets.
Wish me luck!
And if you feel like it, keep reading. Who knows where I’m going to end up! 
COMMENTS
24 Comments
1. Betsy
April 23rd, 2010 03:36 PM
Congrats and best wishes Melissa!!!!!
2. Stephanie
April 23rd, 2010 03:48 PM
WOW good for you! That takes a lot of guts to do that and I admire that! I wish you the best in this new journey and of course I’ll still be reading!!
3. Sana
April 23rd, 2010 04:20 PM
Congrats! Taking a new step in life is always exciting!
4. Abri
April 23rd, 2010 04:27 PM
Congrats!! I know that is a HUGE decision. My hubs and I are in the process of the saaaaaaaaaame thing. We have a great life here, our jobs are secure and we have great benefits (plus awesome job perks) – but we know deep down that in order to be happy we need to make a big change.
So KUDOS TO YOU! Pat yourself on the back and enjoy what happens next!!
5. Lauren @ Eater not a runner
April 23rd, 2010 04:33 PM
That is so exciting! Good for you
6. Melinda
April 23rd, 2010 05:10 PM
I totally understand how you feel! I feel the same way, I’m just afraid to take the plunge. With a mortgage, car payment, school loans and a husband who wants a baby like sooner than later, it’s a scary to thing to just quit your job! I am getting my personal training certification, but it’s taking me longer than I’d like. You know, mundane everyday life gets in the way! It’s great that you were able to take the plunge! Good luck!
7. Shannon
April 23rd, 2010 05:17 PM
Congratulations!!! I cried so much last year making the decision to leave my job and go back to school to get my RD. It was such a scary move! I had two masters degrees that went towards the career I had in counseling….and I was walking away to start over in my education! I have never been happier and I’, so happy for you to find the next chapter in your life! You know I’ll be reading
8. MelissaNibbles
April 23rd, 2010 05:41 PM
Congrats and good luck! I think you should be a cheerleading coach!! You’d be great and your enthusiasm for it is contagious. Good luck with whatever path you go down.
9. Jessica @ How Sweet
April 23rd, 2010 05:55 PM
Congrats to you!
I am so envious and wish I could do the same right now!
10. Karissa @ CardioFoodie
April 23rd, 2010 06:06 PM
Congrats! I admire you for taking a chance and doing what you feel. I honestly wish I had the courage that you do!
11. katherine
April 23rd, 2010 06:42 PM
Congratulations on making the leap!! Go confidently and you’ll never regret your decisions. I completely believe you are exactly where you should be right now and you’ll do great things!
12. Tina
April 23rd, 2010 06:52 PM
Congrats!!! I can’t wait to hear more about your adventures. I know you’ll do great things!
13. Emily
April 23rd, 2010 08:54 PM
So exciting! Good for you for knowing what you need and making the difficult decision to ensure your happiness! Good luck!
14. naomi(onefitfoodie)
April 24th, 2010 07:21 AM
good for you!! and to be honest, you sound SO freakin happy! I am so happy for you that you took this huge leap. There are such great things for you in your future!!
15. Jenna
April 24th, 2010 07:58 AM
Congrats on taking the leap! That’s the hardest part! I really admire how brave you are
Excited to see where life takes you!
16. Erin
April 24th, 2010 08:43 AM
Congrats! What exactly were you doing at BC?
17. Helen
April 24th, 2010 02:39 PM
wow scary! Congrats for working out what you want from life (I still need to do this!) Good luck with everything. I’ll definitely keep reading to find out what your next challenge is!
18. Kim
April 24th, 2010 07:31 PM
Congrats on taking a move out of your comfort zone and thank you to Jared for supporting you on this decision. Keep your eyes and ears open and you will find your right position.
19. Melissa S.
April 25th, 2010 10:07 AM
Congrats on the decision to do something that you love! I have been through this exactly when I started doing field work. It’s scary in the beginning, but the feelings you create when you do the things you love pay off so much more in the long term!
Good luck and I know things will work out for you!!!
20. ashleigh
April 25th, 2010 06:40 PM
Congrats and good luck!! You know what’s best for you! I can’t wait to see where you end up!
21. Kacy
April 26th, 2010 07:36 PM
you know this already but I am so deeply inspired by you! You’re sooo brave! And it WILL pay off!
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April 27th, 2010 09:28 PM
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23. Amanda
April 28th, 2010 09:47 PM
You are amazing! You will be so glad you made this decision!
24. Cole
May 6th, 2010 06:05 AM
Wooooooo! You go girl!