I am very
often hear that people don’t feel like to start something new at pretty old
age; especially if all their life they have been doing totally different
activities. Same with art, people don’t want to start painting after 40-50 as
they are convinced that if they did not do it before they don’t really have
talent then why even try. I believe that everyone can start something new at
any age. A lot of painters and musicians are started their careers at very late
40s.
And there
is nothing wrong with it. As long as you feel inspiration and need for it then
go on.
Years ago,
people graduated from school, got a job and worked at the same company until
they retired. Today, it's unusual for a young worker to stay at the same job
for more than a few years in the first decade of their career.
It's also
becoming more common for workers to make a midlife career change, and
completely switch gears after spending half of their adult life in the same
industry.
People want
to be significant and make a difference in this world. They want a job, but
they really do care about leaving a legacy. Adults are looking at careers
differently at midlife. They're saying, 'There has to be more to life than
sitting in this office every day and hoping I get the next raise or promotion.'
And in my
opinion it’s totally normal to go to another path in your life at any age. The
main thing here is to have spiritual power and inspirational desire to start
something new.
Unlike when
you were in your early 20s, you can't afford to accept any opportunity that
comes along. If you're picking up your life and making this transition, you
need to make sure it's the right fit, especially since you'll likely be
starting at a lower salary.
I know some
stories when pretty successful people just left everything to start career as a
musician. And they are happier than ever.
Especially
when it comes to art careers just don’t be scared. Take canvas and colors and
start painting your own new path.
Wrote by Alexandra Novik-Khamis
