Let The Calling Surprise you Every Time

Did you know that the word amateur comes from the Latin root meaning "to love?"

To love, we must become innocent.

You're not supposed to do the work you love stringently. You're not supposed to pursue your dreams with careful strategy. Maybe you’re not even supposed to know what you’re doing, until you do it.

Become an amateur. Forget the standards and judgments. Remember the unfiltered joy.

Following a calling means you’re meant to stumble here and there, loosen up on your mind’s need to make snap conclusions and close all the doors, before they open.

Drop your bags filled with demands. Wallow in sweetness, or don’t come to the party. Experience the new-- as a new person in a new time- every time. Keep discovering with wide eyes. That’s the pay off of following true desire.

Love wipes the slate clean--- or it isn't love.

©2011 Tama J. Kieves. All rights reserved
Tama J. Kieves has been featured on Oprah Radio and is the bestselling author of This Time I Dance! Create the Work You Love. She is a sought-after speaker and career coach who has helped thousands worldwide discover and live their true work in the world. Sign up at ThisTimeIDance.com to receive the free monthly email newsletter with Tama’s latest articles (and events). For daily inspiration, continuous support & great group conversation, join Tama on Facebook and Twitter.