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Returning to work was a very interesting experience. The first few days I felt a feeling of emptiness. Why was I working? What was I working for? I definitely felt empty handed as if something was missing – that's because something was missing – Jet was missing.
The thought of 'coming home to my Jet' was something I looked forward to months before his birth – I never got to come home from work to him – and that's okay.
Our losses will always yield exponential gains in ways that we do not understand.Joel
Back To My Desk
The first few days were one of many adjustments. It was important for me to take my time. I needed to ramp up to my usual routine and not allow my mind to wander. At the same time, I couldn't rush into getting back to work. Rushing just didn't feel right but not working felt like the wrong idea too. I believe that finding balance is the key.
It's a good thing that I've never allowed my work define who I am. Rather who I am is reflected in my work. Having this understanding is crucial for managing through day-to-day life with a roller-coaster of different emotions. Our emotions and feelings are fickle, but our morals and beliefs ought to be a fortified unshakeable fortress.
Who you are is reflected in your work. Make sure that your work reflects greatness.