Stay Hungry. Stay Foolish.
Today, I was looking for lyrics to a song I like. It's hip hop and I'm not too fond of the lyrics but I love the beat. Anyhow, while 'Google'ing for the lyrics "why you wanna go and do that love..." I came across a Commencement address given by Steve Jobs at Stanford University in 2005.
You've got to find what you love
On so many levels, this speech touches me.
'...you can't connect the dots looking forward; you can only connect them looking backwards...' In my career, I can see hope but I can't see action. Spiritually, I can see growth, especially in the past 3 years (since Kolin's birth). In love & family, I'm hoping it all makes sense. I love and miss Charlin dearly but I'm more accepting and kind of looking forward to the future. 'So you have to trust that the dots will somehow connect in your future. You have to trust in something — your gut, destiny, life, karma, whatever.'
Sometimes life hits you in the head with a brick. Don't lose faith. You've got to find what you love. If you haven't found it yet, keep looking. Don't settle.
I could continue forever about what this means to me. Read the article, it's been a great breath of fresh air for me. Perhaps it will go away tomorrow but it's really got me thinking.
'...almost everything — all external expectations, all pride, all fear of embarrassment or failure - these things just fall away in the face of death, leaving only what is truly important.'
Enjoy. God Bless. Have a great Memorial Day weekend!
posted by: Micah (reply)
post date: 05.26.06 (4:09 am)
I'd seen that article recently, and you're right, it's really a breath of fresh air to many who read it. I think if anyone should be able grasp the concept of hangin on, then Steve Jobs can. He's been down and out and back. Keep on keepin' on, dude. Things are lookin' up.