Embarking On A New Career

[EscapedMentalPatientParticipant 1489]

@tie6905
Thanks for this brother. I found it inspirational, and thanks for sharing about your father.

I enjoyed your post; it reminded me of more than a few people I’ve known during my life.

It’s in some ways a weird deviation for me, and in others; not so much. I’ve spent the majority of my life pretty solidly in the not-so-artsy fields, and I do love things “making sense”.

But, I’ve also been a musician, and have always had a very serious appreciation for those who excel in certain arts.

So far, I’m having a blast. I can’t say a lot more about it at the moment. I guess time, and the completion of the project(s) will tell.

Cheers brother.

And by the way, Welcome!

[RennieParticipant]

EscapedMentalPatient wrote:

The city I was born and grew up in disintegrated in a remarkably short period of time. It functioned as the largest grain elevator port in North America, with several forestry mills, a hub of mining in Ontario, and operated as a very major railway center to name a few. In the span of ten years, it was reduced to theoretical rubble in an economic sense.

That sounds like Thunder Bay.

As for Rennie, well he recently got a job at East Side Mario’s.

[SandalsParticipant 4253]

EscapedMentalPatient wrote:

And just for the future: you might want to introduce yourself a little before you go on a rant.

That’s a good point. I’m Sandals. I have a two inch penis.

EscapedMentalPatient wrote:

I hadn’t specifically set money aside for this project, if you read my post again.

Or… maybe YOU want to reread your original post again:

EscapedMentalPatient wrote:

I’ve banked more than enough money over the years, and have allotted myself one year to begin the pursuit of this dream, paying myself and paying my bills from savings. I have physical investments which I can peter away, if needs be.

Come on EMP, every man has made excuses for putting off our secret entrepreneurial dream. We’ve all been there. It’s scary, but I have written myself, and have seen others write. Writing gets exponentially more difficult as the chapters go on, because you keep having to re-read all the previous chapters. Writing is HARD HARD HARD. And then after that, you have to go on Larry King Live and all that crap to promote your book. You don’t have time for technical writing.

I was inspired by your original post, with french horns in the background and everything. I am on your side. Pursue your DREAM, man. If you fail, who cares, but let’s not pretend its going to get done on the side. I say, throw yourself into it. Multitasking is the road to accomplishing multi-nothing. Just my opinion.

[RusskyParticipant 13503]

You guys are all crazy. How can you even think about doing anything else but a 9 to 5? This is politically incorrect. You are only allowed to do the things you like as your hobbies. Now go back to your cubicle and talk to your supervisor. How dare you?
P.S. I am reporting this to authorities

proud carrier of the 'why?' chromosome

[SandalsParticipant 4253]

Actually, EMP, you are correct – I should not have ranted like that. I should have been a cooler head, and I apologize, particularly for using bad language. I am not being sarcastic. I mean it sincerely, sorry. I still believe in my message, but I should have presented it more diplomatically.

[EscapedMentalPatientParticipant 1489]

Rennie wrote:

That sounds like Thunder Bay.

As for Rennie, well he recently got a job at East Side Mario’s.

Good eyes Rennie 😀 I miss throwing peanuts on the floor and drinking draft beer there. I used to take the odd chick to that place back before I stopped caring. Good for you man. Glad you pulled off a job at that place. You in FW or PA?

Russky wrote:

You guys are all crazy. How can you even think about doing anything else but a 9 to 5? This is politically incorrect. You are only allowed to do the things you like as your hobbies. Now go back to your cubicle and talk to your supervisor. How dare you?
P.S. I am reporting this to authorities

S~~~. Here comes the KGB. Just what I need, Da. 😀

Sandals wrote:

Actually, EMP, you are correct – I should not have ranted like that. I should have been a cooler head, and I apologize, particularly for using bad language. I am not being sarcastic. I mean it sincerely, sorry. I still believe in my message, but I should have presented it more diplomatically.

No need to apologize there Sandals. I have one exposed nerve early in the morning and generally don’t respond well to anything beyond coffee, liquor, and anything beyond mumbling. I’d received some news right around the time you posted and wasn’t particularly happy, so my bad. I do appreciate your take on it, and as I’ve only started this, I can only imagine that it gets harder and harder as you say. Luckily, I’m no stranger to this and have always done what I’ve needed to do to get by. Since my first post on the matter, I’ve had something rear it’s ugly head again which might change my plans slightly, but this is something I’ve always wanted/needed to see through. Hope you are enjoying mgtow.com Sandals. It’s a ride here. 😀

[John DoeParticipant 743]

+1 to Willy and Keymaster. Great posts.

I am in a similar position in regards to changing careers. Between several injuries, that have left my in doubt about my career in carpentry, and the general economic/job/social atmosphere, I am again looking for a new career…..again. But their is only so much I can complain about as I enjoy philosophy and understanding, so in many respects drifting is natural for me.

My first instinct would be to pursue a masters degree in philosophy and land a job as either an instructor or professor. However the risk is too great, as I obviously would be placing myself in a lot of debt for a profession where the applicant screening is chosen by chance (as all the top students look the same). Also the obvious PC environment of many schools, which we all know, can set a man up for failure before he even starts.

I have written a short philosophical work for Kindel, called “A Man”, so in some respects I can relate to Willy as I have dipped a few toes into the pool of the “writing world”. Because of the nature of my work I would be satisfied with a few hundred sales, but as Keymaster eloquently put: All is chance.

And I believe that to be true. I watch a lot of the men around me, in all the jobs and “careers” I have been through and have notice that a lot is not in our control. Does that require us to give up? I do not believe so, as it is natural and healthy for a man to “give it everything”. After all I believe that is what makes us who we [men in general] are, the ability to bleed and sweat, and without that we are short selling ourselves.

What am I doing? Taking small “here and there” jobs to pay my bills, collect unemployment in between, and keep looking and striving.

[~BSParticipant 3266]

why the hell not? Start it off as a hobby, and see where it goes from there. There’s so many ways you can pursue this.

"He didn't marry until now, so he won't ever do it. Think about it, why would a man like him ever marry? It's too late to catch him. " ~some cunt

[blacksheepmgtowParticipant 27]

I have been working for a non profit/religious outfit as a Facility maintenance guy, for the last two years. Busting my butt looking after the place, having to deal with the two “ladies” who run the office. Having discovered that they will never be reprimanded for their behavior or disciplined, I am in a similar situation to Escapedmentalpatient. A friend who has taught English as a second language overseas has been encouraging me to give the idea a few days worth of consideration. Having done that, I am signed up for a six month course and practical teaching time.

Heading to Nepal in June 2017, never coming back to Canada. Too much BS to have to deal with, between feminists and our mixed up government. Guys, if a change is needed just grit your teeth and do it. We only get one shot at life and its a short one. Why be unhappy when, for a bit of extra sweat an some determination, you can have a life you are excited about? Career change is an opportunity, a chance to find out if you have the fortitude to rise to a higher level.

like Han said in Tokyo Drift…….life is simple. You make choices ,you never look back. Patient, congrats on finding a gig. Chance for a fresh start. Take advantage of it and use it as a springboard. Best of luck to you,brother.

You CANNOT negotiate with crazy! Their thought process cannot handle logic and reason. They counter with dysfunction and hormonal thinking. best not to let them get that close.

[GetaPoasParticipant 73]

I say go for it man. I’ve noticed two things have changed in the past ten years for me.

1: I no longer feel ashamed living with my parents. In fact it makes me feel superior. Let dumb sluts snub their nose at me, even working a s~~~ job I save more money than them or their boyfriend, and can cover our needs as well as make minor investments.

2: I have options and freedom. If I want too, I could quit my job. I wouldn’t screw my family like that as they kinda need the rent money, but that option is there. I definitely don’t want to stay where I’m at and want to give sales a try. I won’t tell management that my big reason I want to pursue sales is I’m an imbittered soul who literally would get a great joy taking people’s money from under them. A sort of moral tax that swindling normies is reperations for them sucking so much.

But I’ll put on a plastic smile and sell their snakeoil if that’s what it takes. I’ll do my damndest to make the most snake oil closes not because I’m greedy, but because I’m an asshole who wants to part bluepillers from their earnings.

I also wouldn’t mind working for a hookah lounge. Not a particularly fancy job, but I really enjoy hookah. I know they’re always gonna hire a young pair of t~~~ though because they gotta see the same people day in and day out and would rather look at t~~~ than someone who takes the job seriously.

My point is if you’re unhappy at your work, change jobs. Hell with the way women change whose dick is inside them I don’t see why we can’t switch jobs every year or so… considering dating and job interviews are so much alike sometimes I forget which one I’m doing when browsing Indeed or Monster. Hell I’ve even gotten job interviews just posting God damn memes as my cover letter.

[~BSParticipant 3266]

I dont think it’s insane to pursue, but I do question a full time devotion to it, especially if it’s something that’s not proven and you may not make a living wage off of.

What’s wrong with pursuing writing as a hobby, which can lead to part time income, which can lead to full time income? Why make the blind leap of faith instead of taking a more cautious approach?

I personally have owned a business (part time) and had a full time career. The most I’ve made was over 20k/month, it was absolutely ridiculous, I couldn’t keep up with demand or the capital requirements to keep it going at that high pace. I really considered quitting my job and doing that full time.

Fast forward to today, and my business income is very small, like less than $500/month. It’s more a result of a shift in the nature of the industry than something I did right or wrong. But I’m glad I treated it as side income and not something I’d pursue full time, as my current career is still on track.

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my opinion regarding jobs and career is basically “you don’t have to love your job, most people dont. The main thing is you don’t hate it, and can make a living wage off it.”

"He didn't marry until now, so he won't ever do it. Think about it, why would a man like him ever marry? It's too late to catch him. " ~some cunt

[harpo-my-“SON”Participant 2410]

EscapedMentalPatient wrote:
I’ve always wanted to be a writer. In a professional sense. I have no formal training in this arena. I have started to write a book, and I will see this through to completion. I am not a quitter, but it’s not like people have never failed with such endeavours, so it might be all for naught.

Do you guys think I am insane for this? Is this a completely f~~~ed up, irresponsible and grandly stupid move on my part? It is not often that I feel uncertain of my actions, but everything seems to feel that way of late. I admire, and trust the judgement of many in these forums and am openly asking for your thoughts and criticisms.

I would also very much appreciate any advice from any MGTOWs here who might well have been, or are in fact writers as well.

This post probably sounds very odd, misguided and stupid. But there is something in me, very strongly driving me to do this, even though it defies logic.

Have I lost my mind on this one?

No It is certainly not crazy.

My father wanted to write some books,
but he ran out of time of life.

He and my grandfather both diagnosed with lung cancer at 55.

I will complete 55 years next month and will
write In my fathers Identity so as to let him
finish his bucket list.

I have gone so far as to use his Id and
social number at work and will open a bank account in his name. His identity is animated again even though
in 1999 he was buried.

My mental competency has been questioned
and answered.

So If I am not crazy for wanting to write,and doing it so my father gets the credit.

Surely no one will challenge your mental
competency.

If they do just tell em to “GET BENT”
It is your life live it to pursue your
own personal happiness.

Love and respect to all

I was bound to be misunderstood, and I laugh at those who misunderstand me. Kind mockery at the well intentioned, but unfettered cruelty towards those would be prison guards of my creative possibilities. This so as to learn as much from misunderstanding as from understanding. Taking pleasure in worthy opponents and making language fluid and flowing like a river yet pointed and precise as a dagger. Contradicts the socialistic purpose of language and makes for a wonderful linguistic dance, A verbal martial art with constant parries that hone the weapon that is the two edged sword of my mouth.

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