Concetti Chiave
Navigating the mix of emotions - happiness, nervousness, and sadness - on the first day at a new office after a long break, and the determination to step out of one's comfort zone.
Sintesi
The content describes the author's emotional experience on their first day at a new office job after a six-year break. Initially, the author felt a whirlwind of emotions - happiness at getting a job, nervousness about handling the work and impressing the boss, and sadness at having to give up their cherished "me time" and hobbies.
The author was happy to have a job where they could learn new things, meet new people, and become financially independent. However, they were also nervous about their ability to perform well and worried about potential criticism from the boss. To address this, the author talked to themselves with care, avoiding harsh self-criticism and instead giving themselves motivational pep talks.
The author also felt a tinge of sadness at having to give up the time they had previously enjoyed for activities like savoring a cup of tea, reading, crafting articles, tending to plants, and spending time with family and friends. They knew that with the new job, their time would be more limited.
Despite these mixed emotions, the author was determined to step out of their comfort zone and see what the future held. The content conveys the author's resilience and eagerness to embrace the new chapter in their professional life.
Citazioni
"I talked to myself with care, avoiding harsh self-criticism, and instead, I gave myself motivational pep talks."
"I cherished those moments. I knew that with my new job, my time would be limited, and I wouldn't have as much time for hobbies."