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Originally Posted by dHoff Personally, I walked away from a far more lucrative career doing something I was good at to persue what I love. Every once in a while I miss the Cuban cigars and the German cars, but most of the time I remember that the cost of that life was greater then the perks. Besides, now I can collect Trumpets, where the best thing out there is arguably in the 2-5,000 range. |
Absolutely!!! As a mental health therapist by day, and a musician by -- by the heart ... I can tell you people who play music and make a living at it are quite happy most of the time. They love what they do. We love talking about it on this forum.
I doubt there much fun in a forum for overstressed corporate VPs -- talking about Cuban cigars and German cars. More like Prozac and Xanax.
Nothing is better than doing what you love. I could make more money at a mental hospital and never have to worry about insurance companies. But I couldn't see people for free who really need help and don't have much money. The free session always make my day.
I then I have time for my amateur music career (as in a real amateur who plays well, just not for a living). I love playing. If I could play professional and support my wife as a pastor (hard to do) I would!
Great post with a deep truth. dhoff!
M&C