Posted by Jen Star on July 12, 2005, at 23:48:28
In reply to Always having to deal with people much above me!!, posted by pinkeye on July 12, 2005, at 17:10:10
hi Pinkeye,
it's me again! I just wanted to reiterate that I think you're just as worthy as any of those "top notch" people you spoke of. Life is not just about money and prestige and jobs. It's also about finding happiness, connecting with any spirituality in yourself, and enjoying the time with good people. I really believe that. Of course I worry about money too, and want to do well at my job. But lately I'm trying hard to enjoy simple things and my family while I can.I was at a party the other day. One of the attendees had a PhD in a scientific field, but she was aloof and hard to talk to. Another attendee had a high school degree, and she was vivacious, interesting, and a great conversationalist. Needless to say the PhD spent much of her time alone, sipping wine, while the other woman was the belle of the party. And they were both very successful in their respective careers, so it was impossible to say that one was 'better' than the other. It really made me think about degrees and prestige and preconceived notions. There are so many fascinating & interesting people who don't happen to have advanced degrees (like my Grandma, for instance, who only got a 6th grade education but was very successful in life!)
So I try not to pre-judge people based on school or money. Some of the coolest people are not the CEO's and millionaires! (like me...I'm no millionaire, but I think..I hope...I'm interesting & fun!)
JenStar
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