First there’s moving towards work you can be passionate about. Check here.

Then there’s learning to be happy where you are, even if it’s for a short season.

The first factor that gets in the way of your happiness is…wait for it…you.

You woke up today needing validation. You need justification. You want to be noticed. You want to be recognized. You think your boss is a jerk. (That might be true.) But what’s killing your happiness at work is that there is a deep need your work can’t meet.

Most likely your co-worker won’t listen to you and then respond…”you’re so worthy!” “your performance blows my mind” “I celebrate you…just you…and that you are here right now”.

And you may not be aware of it but you would love to hear something from them that would calm your internal anxiety.

Doubt this? Ask yourself:
1. What am I trying to prove to others at work?
2. Who do I need to believe that I am worthy, capable, etc?

Learn to get this from Jesus. Invite Him into your need. You will show up to work not needing validation. (Though you can still enjoy receiving it.)

You will drop your search for validation from others.

Thoughts?