“This book (Incognito) was written over the course of a few years by several different people, all of whom were named David Eagleman, but who were somewhat different with each passing hour.” — David Eagleman
Maybe this quote resonates with me because my passions are constantly in flux. In 2009 it was work and Generation Y. In 2010 it was about re-connecting with friends and finding happiness. In 2011 it was education reform and behavioral change.
A great professor can make you passionate about a subject. Discovering you’re talented at a work task can make you excited about your job. A new contact can get you amped about any number of things.
You get the point.
Here’s some other examples:
Monica Leonelle used to be Monica O’Brien. She used to write a lot about social media. Now she could probably still help you with your digital needs if you asked nicely, but she writes urban fantasy novels.
Andy Drish used to be one of those boring corporate guys (presumably), but then he went out on his own and consults, couch surfs, snowboards and hangs out with Tony Robbins.
Andrew Norcross used to drink coffee, smoke cigarettes, have a shit ton of tattoos and build bad ass websites. He still drinks coffee, smokes cigarettes and has a shit ton of tattoos, but he also has one of those day job things.
Too many people put too much emphasis on finding their one true passion. These people often end up disappointed. They use it as an excuse for inaction.
I’ve found that passion has the ability to find you… often when you least expect it… provided that you’re living life, taking chances, and experimenting.
What about you? How have your passions changed in the last year? The last three years?
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