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Dec
14
In Light of Aspiration
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Aspiration, generally a good term, is used primarily for people who has a dream, a dream which “aspires.” Until recently did I realize that I have been groomed to have an aspiration of a big corporation CEO with millions in the pocket. I received an MBA education where CEO is highest of the rank, and to top that, I attended St. Gallen Symposium, the most prestigious management symposium where I was chauffeured to enjoy a “future” CEO life, one with juicy rewards. That aspiration motivates me to climb up the corporate ladder and gradually get lost of who I am. Work is no longer fun, but stressful, however, letting go is no easy task. Though I can still sit in the office pretending to be happy, I gradually feel the dieing of myself. I can no longer seek for the unknown and be curious. So I resigned, doing what I like. But the aspiration captures me, making me feel unease of the financial losses and longing for a CEO life with challenging tasks. “I hope next time I see you, you are already a VP.” said one CEO of a major corporation. Do I let him down by retreaving myself at home doing what I like? Or does his expectation on me gradually become what I am aspiring for? The question is left unanswered, but regardless I decide I shall not let myself down at the very least. Then it comes to an end that I know everything comes with a price, a price that may involve my “aspiration.”