What would I rather be doing? - Guest Blogger, Andrew Vrbas

I am so excited to have a guest blogger!!!!  Enjoy these wise words by entrepreneur Mr. Andrew Vrbas, creator of PACHA SOAP!  This business is a soap company with a social mission inspired by Andrew’s travels to Central America.  In Andrew’s words below, please enjoy as he shares his secret to finding passion in what you do.

In times of difficulty, what would you rather be doing? That one question could potentially solve a lot of inner confusion and turmoil both for those who are stuck in the common and for those venturing into the uncommon. That one question might sound foolish or selfish; however the answer is very enlightening. The answer to that one question reveals the desire of one’s being: the passion of one’s life.

When we are discontent about our circumstances, we are forced to answer that one question: what would I rather be doing? In the case of a person attempting to launch a new business the answer is often that he or she would rather have a more stable and consistent livelihood. In the case of a promising young musician aspiring to be great, the answer is often that he or she would rather not practice such long hours. In the case of a person stuck at a mediocre desk job, the answer is often that he or she would rather be doing something more freeing and creative.

For those stuck in the common or for those attempting the uncommon, let me pose a question: what would you rather be doing? Life is too fragile to not find your happiness. Fortunately for us, we are free to pursue happiness.

What would you rather be doing? There is nothing else I would rather be doing.  When you can truthfully utter those words to yourself and to others, then you have discovered your passion in life. This passion will carry you through the hard times like a drop of rain quenches a plant’s thirst.

So, in all that you do, ask the question of yourself; “What would I rather be doing?”