Getting Mentally Stagnant…

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Am I? Ihad this really stimulating conversation with a college buddy. Both of us are college grads who used to be career driven but made the decision to be Stay-At-Home-Moms after marriage. Both of us have the similar experiences of being looked down upon because we chose to go this path. And we also do get a lot of comments why we allowed ourself to be stagnant at home.

I find those people who think that way as incredibly ignorant narrow minded. Sure, it may seem like a backward step but to assume that the challenges we face now are trivial compared to when we were career women is just plain ignorant. LOL! To think that now I’m more concerned about finances, social security benefits, retirement, education etc than when I was working.

One thing we both conceded is that there are times that staying at home could lead to mental stagnation. This is something that really scares me off. Perhaps because I thrive on mental challenges. I remember a cousin used to kid me before that I get frustrated like crazy when I fail to figure out a complex problem. That’s me. hehe..

So what do I do to prevent this? I am always daring to step out of my comfort zone. Things that are complex and unfamiliar never fails to attract me. I constantly challenge myself. Like when I was so in a spazz about a kawaii vector graphic I saw online, I dared myself to learn how to use Inkscape and Illustrator to make my own.

I used to have zero knowledge when it comes to HTML, CMS, managing websites, but I was fascinated. So I bought myself books, read tutorials till all of it was somehow decipherable.

I employ the same attitude towards everything else. Like cooking. Hehe I’ve been known to throw in everything I could find in the pantry and somehow manage to concoct edible food.

So I guess that would be my trick to stop being mentally stagnant.. Learning can occur not just in school or in a workplace but anywhere. All I need is a challenge and I rarely step back from jumping out of the box. I don’t like telling myself, that uh that is too difficult, too complex coz if you do you’re already defeated. There really is no harm in trying. I’m still grounded in realities though, if something is too difficult, I ask for help. Simple as that.

To quote:

You can teach a student a lesson for a day; but if you can teach him to learn by creating curiosity, he will continue the learning process as long as he lives. ~Clay P. Bedford

Thinking Out Loud..

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There’s something weird about me.. I like holding conversations, not just with anyone but with MYSELF! And I sometimes talk out loud to myself, but I usually do it when I’m alone lest people think I’m already a certified lunatic. But then again, instead of holding conversations with myself, why not hold conversations with my blog? At least that wouldn’t be so obvious.

Anyway, what got me into this mood? I was chatting on Facebook with a college buddy. We have a lot in common, were both so into fashion and trends. And I gave her the link for this blog and commanded requested her to check my fashion finds once in awhile. She then asked me how come I don’t consider putting up a fashion store since I’m so into shopping and trends?

I must admit, this thought has cross my mind a couple of times already. But there are just a couple of roadblocks that stops me from pursuing this. Do I have what it takes to run a full time business like that? I also worry about suppliers and also a big consideration is my current residence where customs and other business laws are not yet so clear and that worries me.

Another option is to open an online shop. At least I save on physical store costs and at the very least I won’t be needing epson receipt printers lol! Everything is done virtually. Sounds like a good option right but what would be my target market? And considering intense competition, how would I fare with this?

One might ask why I love putting up the negatives, but that’s the way I am, I prefer knowing what I might encounter. It’s like getting to know the enemy before going to war.