STORIES OF PASSION
DANCING DEVOTEES. Two devotees taking a rest after hours of selling candles and praying for churchgoers in a form of a dance outside the church.
PASSION SERIES
To everyone following my posts, you know that I talk a lot about passion. I’m really passionate about photography and making films. I have given up a lot to pursue this passion. Let me share with you my story. I was about to graduate high school then and discussions about what course to take started coming in. I don’t have any idea that time what I want to do in life. Some are suggesting to base my decision on my favorite subjects or on which subject do I have the highest grade. That didn’t work for me. I can’t find a subject I’m really good at. My grades are basically on the same level. An easier advice I received was to follow the career path of my parents or siblings. Two members of our family took up Engineering so that’s what I wrote when we were taking admission tests from different universities. I felt that time that I have nothing to worry about anymore. At least I had one choice in mind.
Accountancy entered the scene when a family friend told me success stories of accountants. Now I have two courses in mind. The day to finally make that decision came. I needed to choose. It’ll be a life changing decision. During the enrolment, it took me a while before writing down my preferred degree. The staff noticed my hesitation and asked me which courses am I choosing from. He then gave an advice that totally changed everything. “Why not take up Chemical Engineering?” he said. He was explaining to me that I can always shift after my first year if I change my mind. Chemical Engineering sounds badass so I took his advice and signed up. I was in hell for almost five years. Shifting was an option every end of the semester but I can’t leave my friends and I still don’t know what really is the degree for me. I started failing my subjects and that gave me the opportunity to have a long break and carefully think about the path that I should take.
UNTIRING PASSION FOR WORK. A construction worker goes to work early everyday carrying with him his lunchbox.
Things changed when I took a photography class during that summer break. My mom loves taking photos. We have one huge cabinet in our house that contains all of her photographs. I believe this passion of mine was all my mom’s influence. I saw her really happy whenever the photographs get developed. I remember playing with her used films when I was young. When I finally decided to give up everything I’ve invested in my previous degree, I went around the university and checked out the curriculum that each degree is offering. One look at the Fine Arts curriculum and I was sold. It seemed like it listed down everything I enjoy doing and placed it in one curriculum. I found my niche. I don’t have any background in Fine Arts aside from that photography class and some theater performance back in high school. I suck at drawing but I’ve always known that I have ideas I wanted to realize.
PASSION FOR COOKING. A woman starts her day early by cooking for her regular customers.
FOLLOW YOUR PASSION
One advice that we keep on hearing is follow your passion. There’s a lot of things to consider before taking that advice. Sometimes it’s actually harder finding that passion than pursuing it. So what really is passion? Our trusty Merriam-Webster dictionary tells us that passion is a strong liking or desire for or devotion to some activity, object, or concept. We can be passionate to a lot of different things. Most of us assume that once we follow our passion, we become successful. That advice should come with a disclaimer. Following your passion doesn’t guarantee instant success like how media wanted us to believe. It takes a lot of time, effort and good decision making to make quitting that 9-5 job worth it.
PASSION FOR SPORTS. Athletes train hard under the heat of the sun in an attempt for a podium finish during the sports event.
FINDING YOUR PASSION
Finding your passion means trying out a lot of things. We’ll never really know that we’re passionate about one thing if we haven’t tried doing it for a while. In my own experience, I learned quite late at the age of 21 that I have this love for the arts. It all started when I surprisingly won a camera from an arcade game. It was a really cheap camera but I was able to maximize its capabilities. Looking back at it now, I took really weird photographs but I enjoyed the process. I’m blessed to have a really supportive family. When I had my first DSLR, I knew I had to give back by taking good photos of them whenever we have family vacations. They were my first subjects.
PASSION FOR MUSIC. We’ll never enjoy good music without these guitar makers who skillfully create the instruments from scratch.
NURTURE YOUR PASSION
There’s an ongoing debate on whether “follow you passion” is a good or bad advice. I personally think that it’ll only be a good advice if you know that it won’t be that easy. The same thing happened to me. I followed my passion for creating films but that didn’t turn out well. There’s a lot of factors we should consider on why simply following your passion doesn’t work. Factors like the work environment and colleagues. The people around you can make it impossible for you to be happy with something you’re passionate about. In the end, success is measured based on how happy you are with your current state. Rather than just following your passion, nurture it. Always try to improve and don’t be afraid to try new things. We might discover new passions along the way.
PASSION TO CREATE. An artist selling his creations - religious necklaces made by hand.
PASSIONATE STEEMIANS
It’s been 3 months that I’ve been here in this awesome platform. Steemit is home to thousands of passionate individuals. I can attest to that. I’ve really grown in this platform. Writing has always been one of my insecurities. I just love how positive the community is. It allows you to commit mistakes without the feeling of being judged. We all grow together as a community. We all aspire to be better in our craft. And most of all, we get to meet really inspiring individuals. I know Steemit is just getting started. I’m happy to be part of this journey and I hope we all keep our passions burning.
LIVING WITH PASSION AND PURPOSE. A vendor carrying the food he sells to support his family’s needs.
Thank you for viewing! Let me know what you think of this series.
Warmest regards,
@legendarryll
I adore this post so much, not only are the photos incredible but your words too. Your works show just how passionate you are towards giving quality posts.
Hi @brokemancode! Thank you for these kind words. I'm trying to keep up with you guys. You and @wandergirl inspire me to put more effort in my content and make sure I post as often as I can.
Wow such great works! i was told by a friend to visit your blogs and i am truly amazed! by the way im new here on steemit and just posted my intro recently. im a multi media art student and im surprised about the contents people make here. Your contents could help me a lot. Kudos to you and will be following you to see more of your post :)
Hi @christinegegare! Thanks for these kind words. Who's that friend? I should thank him/her for recommending my posts. There's a lot of great content here on Steemit. I'm looking forward to your posts. I'm sure they'll be great based on your background. You'll have fun here in this platform. Let me know if there's anything I can help you with. :)
thanks for the offer :) that friend is @deveerei
will surely have fun here on steemit. will be looking forward for your next posts
Thanks @deveerei! Keep on Steeming guys. :)
I know that you've poured your heart on this series and post, @legendarryll. Continue with the awesome work!
Thanks @thegaillery! I'm proud to see our team's growth in this awesome platform. Keep on Steeming!
This resonates in me the most. As I always mention in my posts, I am here to hone my craft in writing.
Overall, the post alludes the author's desire and passion to be better in his field of expertise. In conclusion, I found out that the author is a specialist.
Char lang. Feeling critic.
Thank you @ybanezkim26 for always believing in me. Let's make 2018 an even better year for our team.
The team became so varied and diverse that we have made names for ourselves. Let's continue to support each other as we grow together.
super agree to this post!
Often I do mistakes, and no one judges me....so far...:-)
thank you so much for this post
I couldn't agree more @fabio2614. Steemit gave us all the opportunity to improve our craft by encouraging us to write more good content and worry less about commiting mistakes along the way.