Not All Your Interests Are Your Passion

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People have different interests. Most of our passions and aspirations come from our interests. But there are things that  we got interested in for some reason even if it’s not our passion.

There are so many things that I am interested in. For example I got interested in taking pictures of small things in macro shots.  More like a hobby but I don’t have skills in photography.

Trying out to get a concept here. I just took a shot.

Sometimes things that we get interested in are necessary for a living. We can be interested in things, people, hobbies and or sports.

When my brother in-law was once my neighbor, he encouraged me to learn video editing. He is currently a videographer in the Department of Agriculture. But before he was connected in that government agency, he was a freelance videographer and a video editor.

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During those times the video editing business was a good source of income. But with the existence of smartphones and the innovative technology, competition becomes tight. Anyone can become a video editor using any smartphone these days.

Before it became more competitive as a business, my brother in-law taught me some basic video editing skills. Whenever he has lots of videos for editing, he will call me and I will assist him. So I kind of had extra income with him and so I got interested in that thing because I discovered something. Those are the times that I am still on the verge of something like I am not sure of the path I was going through. I was in the publishing industry at that time but I don’t see my future there. You know it was like anytime that an opportunity came in, I would leave the company right away.

It appears to me that video editing would be good if I could learn more. That is why I got interested in it. But it seems like that kind of interest was not my passion because no matter how hard I tried it didn’t just work out as I wanted it to be.

I had an AMD Celeron processor and it was kind of slow to use for video editing so I lost interest because I couldn't make way to upgrade my PC. There were more things to prioritize than upgrading it and besides, my monthly income was not enough even if I was a regular employee. I was not properly compensated because my previous employer was kind of hard when it comes to giving incentives to its employees.

If you get interested in a hobby, a game, sport or anything that drives you to get hooked with it, what did you do first before diving in? What are the things that get you interested in it and why?

Macroshot of earphone jack (forgive me)

Previously, I mentioned about me having an interest in photography using my smartphone. The reason was that I was fascinated by the photos I have seen in some other platform captured only by smartphone. So I said to myself why not try it. I have what it needs to make that amazing capture so I think I can do it too. Then I started to share my photos on some social media platforms.

Blogging for example was already one of my interests and considering it as a passion. It’s just that I was kind of on and off and can’t give full attention to it in the past years for some personal reasons. Now that I am working from home and with a stable internet connection I can devote my spare time to it. Somehow I have reason to pursue my dream of becoming financially independent.

Admirer not a stalker

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If you are interested in one person, what do you do? What are the things that got you interested in knowing him/her?

We have different reasons for knowing a completely strange person. For example Marc Demesel is not known to me. I got only interested in knowing him because of read.cash and Bitcoin Cash. So when I found out who he is, I got more interested in knowing more about him. By following him on twitter and subscribing to his YouTube channel, I was able to know him better and from then on I admire him for his investing skills. His views and ideas not only about crypto are remarkable but I'm not kind of stalking him. It’s pretty much a different thing. When you stalk a person there might be feelings building up. Some people stalk other people for their own personal profit. 

Innocent collector

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When I was a kid, I was fond of collecting keys for no reason. I just got interested in holding keys and attached them to my backpack. It gives me pleasure hearing those sounds of keys when shaken. I tend to pick up those keys when I find one on the street. You know I was like a keys master back then. I can’t find the reason why I got interested in collecting keys as a child. I think the keys attached to my backpack when I was in fifth grade was more or less 500 grams when weighed. I just laughed at myself whenever I remember those childish acts. It’s kind of nonsense but figuratively speaking keys are symbolic and child's intuitions are real and always right. I’m still trying to figure out what those keys have something to do with my life now.

Our interests over things and stuff sometimes are not permanent and it’s kind of seasonal too. You know it’s like a trend or viral things.

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My neighbor for example is a business minded person. However his business about selling is like on and off. Before the pandemic I saw him selling local burgers and a few months later it closed and then he re-opened with a milk tea business. It closed again and now he is having a barber shop business. It appears that he has lots of interest when it comes to business. I just don’t know why his business was on and off. But I’m impressed by how he seem to don’t lose interest in business. 

Right now I don’t have new things to get interested in. My hobbies, my job and my family are the things that are going on with my interest. But it seems playing axie infinity is kind of interesting these days. I’m thinking about it.

How about you? What are your interests? Share it in the comment so we can interact.

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Actually nung nagtanong ka if ano ginawa nung may napaginteresan ay naisip ko yung business ko. Super interested na nag-isip ako kung ano magiging name ng business, logo, etc. Ilang gabi ding puyat nun para lang sa name and logo. Same with Youtube channel. Gaya ng kapitbahay mo, on and off din ako. Hahaha. Pero kasi ang problema ko was funds. Magstick pa din ako sa mga yun kapag magkafunds na ako. Sa kapitbahay mo feeling ko kaya paiba-iba siya is hinahanap niya kung saan yung tingin niya para sa kanya. Hirap explain. Hahaha. Sumunod siya sa trend pero hindi nagclick so isip ulit ibang business. Kaso baka ang kulang lang niya is marketing strategy

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3 years ago

palagay ko nga.. tingin ko mukhang passion nya yon, di nya lng makuha yong tamang deskarte.

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I remembered when I was about to about to graduate in Highschool and we were asked what do we want to pursue in college as part of tbe year book..., at that time, I also don't have a clear answer, all I want is to graduate have a job and build my own family. I took Social Work because the course is pleasing to the ears 🤣 compared to the other offered courses.., I can say that at my age, I haven't found out yet my passion or interest aside from traveling 😂

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Hello there dLifeWanderer, you know during those days in High school most of us don't know what we want to pursue in college. Sometimes our parents would still decide what they want for us but in the end we still choose what we want with out life.

I must envy you for that travelling thing. Thanks for dropping by.

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Truly, up to thos time, I'm no still sure if this profession is really for me 🤣😂.., is this midlife crisis..? 🙃

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Very accurate in what you say, passion is everything. It happened to me, that I felt passion for a professional career after graduating and working I understood that this was not what really fulfilled me, of course we must eat something but I did not feel passion for the things I did, so I started, without leaving my job, to look for those hobbies and activities that I really liked, I discovered that I really like making all kinds of decorations and accessories, I am very good at working with my hands, even in these times of pandemic, due to the fact that we are unemployed and the deplorable situation in my country, my passion, the art of crafts is what has helped me to survive. Ah I also discovered that I like cooking.

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Hi There @LoreGr0511, firstly I am pleased to know that another people from far away places can relate to my writings on this platform.

I am kind of crafty too and I do mostly DIY things and stuff. Sometimes our talents are already visible but remain hidden because we have not discovered it yet until suddenly we become fully aware that our interest opened up our passion.

Thanks for reading dear and keep safe always.

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3 years ago

I'm interested in downloading music since I love listening to it. I just like downloading the whole discography of an artist even though I wouldn't listen to all of it. The same thing with books. I like reading so I often collect books, may it printed or an e-book. Even though I wouldn't read it all, I just like downloading a free copy of an e-book or accept those books that are given to me. I still have those habits now but my only passion is writing. Though it's on and off, I still pursue it.

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Oh, I thought I am not the only one doing that although i didn't mention them in this post. Do you know that my 500G hard drive contains a collection of mp3s of different artist and genres. I just love collecting it even if I don't listen to them.

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Hahaha. It's kinda satisfying to see your playlist having a ton of mp3 files. I don't why but I like it very much.

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Photography is a very nice hobby. I also tried that with my smartphone as well. The photos were good (for me 😅) I haven't shown it to anyone. Now I guess my hobby would be writing, and answering modules. Lol

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hehe, show it to the world. wag ka mahihiya, malay mo naman my potential ka sa dyan.

ahh moudles haha.. buti n lng patapos n klase ng mga bata.

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Kulang pa sa edit, e enhance ko lang ng slight. 😁 Oo nga eh, by the way itong modules na ginagawa ko hindi to sakin. Binayaran lang ako para sagutan. Haha

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Oo nga noh? And people can have a lot of interests pero not necessarily na ipupursue nila iyon. Idadaan na lang sa pag appreciate at panonood ng mga bagay kung saan tayo interesado.

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sa dami ng mg bagay na interesado ako halos di ko naman magawa haha.

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I was interested in photography when it became a craze. I even bought a DSLR and did some side gigs. However, my personality doesn't seem to fit this kind of socializing and dealing with people. I prefer nature where I can be alone and find peace. I think that's why I did not upgrade this kind of hobby. I did buy some different lenses and other equipment thinking that I could build on it and who knows be one of those successful photographers. When my camera broke down, I think it was a sign it's not for me. I still enjoy photography but not at that level and so I am content with using my phone.

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I'm still dreaming owning a DSLR but with the vast majority of smartphone these days which can compete and even surpass the capability of DLSR I prefer to use smartphone for photography as a hobby.

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That's right. It's amazing how smartphones have progressed and it seems every month new ones come out with more improved camera features.

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Exactly passion is everything . Passion was photography and blogging so i am doing it. One of my friend he is interested in social media youtuber. And once he made a account after few month his youtube channel approved. So this is also depends upon consistency. Hardwork and follow your passion is very best motivation and force which lead us to achieve our targets and goals . Keep it up ☺️

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Yes indeed, thanks for the read.

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You are welcome. You too :)

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3 years ago

Yes that's true not all our interest is our passion. Sometimes we don't have a choice but we need to do it for many reasons. Yes, it's really interesting, I'm playing also Axie Infinity. God bless.😇

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Oh.. Give me more reason to play axie. hehe.

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Napoleon Hill in his book "Think and Grow Rich" said that if you want something then your "will" is not enough to attain this.. not your "wish".. you should have "burning desire" to attain that thing.. 👌 And yes not all our interest are our passion.

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3 years ago

Hmmn its more clearer now :) the differences haha! Kaya pala kahit gustong gusto ko magCad nabobore ako. 😅 kahit naiimagine ko yung dapat ko iguhit hindi ko maconvey ng ayos kaya iniiwasan ko na lang. Hahs 😆

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hehe, iba kasi yong gusto mo lang kaysa sa hilig mo talaga.

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Passion: Singing kahit di singer, photography kahit di photographer, writing kahit di writer. Interests: Travelling, cooking, nature bathing/sunset chasing at madami pang iba, kuya.

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Passion: Singing kahit hindi singer, at least my boses Photography kahit hindi photographer. at least my potential writing kahit hindi writer, at least nag iisip.

Interests: lahat ng interesting kasi kung hindi nman ganon ka interesting ang isang bagay/tao/ hayop bakt naman tayo mag kaka interest sa kanila diba, hehe.. happy Tuesday.

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haha ayos, kuya! apir! happy tuesday :D

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