Yes, I have a “google alert” set for the topic “do what you love”. Just to keep track of the conversations happening in the media.
As I’ve noted before, many posts use a provocative title to presumably “debunk” the notion of doing what you love as a viable way to do one’s career. When reading the piece, I discover they are only issuing a “caveat.” And the caveat they propose, is one with which I usually agree.
Common sense tells us that nothing is ever black and white. That goes for the advice to do what you love. It never needs to be an “all or nothing” endeavor. Many people with different perspectives and needs are doing it their own way, having found satisfaction and fulfillment, making unique contributions on their own terms.
Today, two articles showed up in my inbox worth sharing. Good perspectives about passion and purpose which expand the conversation.
Enjoy them both.