Most folks, men especially, have much of their identity and purpose embedded in the work that they do.  While studying my Bible this week, I ran across a passage that illustrates how important it is that we are working in a position that suits how God made us.

When we are doing what God created us to do, we will enjoy our work and end the day with a sense of accomplishment and fulfillment. Studies show that most people are not in love with their jobs and would like to be set free.

In Ecclesiastes 5:18-19, Solomon wrote, "Then I realized that it is good and proper for a man to eat and drink, and to find satisfaction in his toilsome labor under the sun during the few days of life God has given him—for this is his lot. Moreover, when God gives any man wealth and possessions, and enables him to enjoy them, to accept his lot and be happy in his work—this is a gift of God."

Regardless of how trapped you may feel, there are ways to transform your work situation toward finding something that you find more satisfying.  It may involve asking your boss for different assignments; maybe it is a different job at your current employer.  Perhaps, you need to find a position at another company, or you may want to start your own business.  What is really important is for each of us to be accountable for our own happiness and realize that we have a choice.

I recommend Dan Miller's resources because I have used these materials to personally transform my thinking about work to the point where I am about to begin taking steps out of the rat race and into work that is more fulfilling.  I have been liberated from the trap of entitlement thinking and want everyone to experience this transformation.

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