Monday, September 5, 2011

Labor Day

Challenge #65

The holiday began as an observance of the working force in the united states. It is marked as the first Monday in September and most employers are closed so that workers can take the day off and enjoy with their families. Labor Day is also the mark of the end of summer and the last weekend before school begins. Many families will celebrate with a gathering of friends and hold a weekend cookout, mini-vacation or retail therapy


On this Labor Day, I challenge you to look at your work, your career and see if it is fulfilling you in the way you need it to. Not all work needs to fulfill us, but if you are on a career track, take a look at where you are in it. Do you need to progress, do you feel stagnant? Are you right where you want to be? If you are not currently in the work you really would like to be doing, give thought as to what you truly want. Take a moment to assess and to give thanks that you are where you are, regardless of the level. Be in gratitude for the gift of having work, as still so many are unemployed throughout the nation. ...

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