While in the national perspective the Torah often praises those who serve in more secular disciplines, those same disciplines harbor the potential to distract from Torah itself. For this group, therefore, the candle must always point to the right. They must always consciously maintain perspective towards the world of Torah and mitzvot. In practicing a career in a secular discipline, one must remember that actions are ultimately measured by the standards of chayei olam. These people, and not those who study Torah constantly, must make the concerted effort to find the minutes in a day to learn a mishna, read the parsha, or write for Torat Shmuel.
Transitions beget the opportunity to put things in perspective.
At this time of year most members of our community find themselves in transition - from students to doctors, from the boards to the wards, etc.