A good experimenter does not pre-suppose results. The job is to observe carefully, record the observations unaltered and only later retro-fit theories that explain the results obtained.
But what works in science doesn't always work cleanly in the human sphere. So how do I think this "experiment in retirement" will end?
I suspect that sooner or later, I might revert back to a corporate life, with earnest promises to myself "to never forget the many lessons learned." And to everyone who asks about my time off, I will tell them that "I won't give up that experience for anything."
Whether I will say that because I really believe it or because none of us likes to admit failure in any endeavor, I really don't know.
For now, I am enjoying the time immensely. The experiment goes on.
Ram
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3 comments:
What's making you think that you'll revert to corporate? Financial? Boredom? Health Ins.?
Wow... hopefully it won't be due to a financial gorilla on your back..and would only be by choice.
Now that I am out I could never ever no way no how go back to that cesspool ... oh I mean job.
:)
Of course I was way past burn out.
No matter... your life adventure is amazing and we all know you know how to get out again if need be.
Cheers!
@Robert:
Corporate is more of a 'default' state.
It is surely not boredom, and it is not health insurance.
It is just that a lot of what I want to do, I can do within the corporate world as well. Unlike a lot of others, I actually liked being a part of the corporate world, and to me it is just a 'comfort zone' thing I suppose.
@Marie:
Very perceptive. Knowing that I can always get out again is a big safety net that I know I have.
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