Not every obstacle is irrational or based on fear or myth. Gender, age and race discrimination are unfortunately all too real - and there's plenty of data to support this. But when we don't try for a new job or career because we expect to be rejected, we're accepting other's ignorance and allowing others to label us as powerless. None of us is powerless. Rosa Parks showed us all what happens when you decide you don't have to accept the status quo.
Treading water is unacceptable.
Remember, you have a whole second adulthood ahead of you, and it's made up of one day at a time. I make a great noise Of rustling all day Like rabbit and deer Running away. But the mountains I raise Elude my embrace, Flowing over my arms And into my face. Next to nothing for use. Helen Harkness' latest book focuses specifically on the issues confronting midlife adults facing career transitions.