Life pretty much stinks.  How do I find the courage to make a change?  And then who's to say it will work?
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It sounds as if you know what your passion is, and that's fundamental.  What about taking part-time courses to further a career in Managing a team?  Or Transportation of a team?  Even Appointment Secy/Mgr.  Coaching/asst. coaching.  Find out the different positions that are available and directly involved, and talk to a human resources person (There's another position!) about your goals. They might have suggestions for both the positions you'd be qualified for and what type of certification/education might be helpful.  GO FOR IT!
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You're going to be just fine. The only thing you have to fear is fear itself. As you rebuild your life, do the things you want, get to know yourself all over again. Someday you'll look back on this and be amazed at how well you've done with your new life. What are you waiting for....your new life is waiting for you...go for it.
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If you know enough about the inner workings of the organization, try developing a plan and steps of implimentation, understanding change is not going to happen overnight.  Don't go in to a meeting saying what's wrong, but with a plan to make things better.  If you don't know who all may be impacted by the change, because sometimes easier for you means more work for someone else, ask to learn more about the company and tell them your intentions.  Most companies that have situations that are "normal" don't always resist change but need to see a clear plan before taking a "leap of faith".  If you were looking for something more detailed I apologize, this is just a style of buiness that has worked at my organization.
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U can't change. Why would u want to change any way??
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You really need to stop all together to make any difference.  Finding rationalizations and excuses isn't helping.  I quit a few years ago, and it was really hard, but so worth it!  I found the answer was to find the will power deep down and go for it.  YOU CAN DO IT TOO!
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My advice would be to try to find a way to deal with it because you probably cannot change it.  In this world we have to cope with all kinds of people.  No one is going to take those people away from your future work place for example.  The more skills you can develop to cope with the situation in which you find yourself in a productive and positive way, the better for you.  Use your energy to find ways to deal with it rather than putting energy into trying to change something you probably cannot change.  No matter what happens students will be assigned to this individual's class.\n\nGood luck with it.
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March can be whatever you want it to be.  If you truly want changes, then go look for them.  Don't sit back and wait for changes to come to you!  What are you doing to create those changes?
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You can't change the world, but you can help.  Look for things you can do as an individual.  Perhaps volunteer with a youth group or at a soup kitchen.  Become involved.  You will help others and you will get a wonderful feeling inside.
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Try to talk it out... if that doesnt work then leave. Remember he has to make changes for himself not for you only!!!!!
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You have to get to the point of where your old life is repellent to you. Make a trade. What do you want more than your old ways?\nFind good people to support you and help make that dream come true.\nI have always found that if I try and help others, my stuff usually sorts itself out, but I always have to put others first in doing things that require doing the right thing to make others dreams come true.\nno dream is too small or too big.\nDream big, do good things, be loved and love in return. Then you will be content and filled with peace.
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Ugh ... I'm sorry you're office is going through something so dirty. \n\nI've been in situations where I've felt totally alone having to fight dirty politics. When I look back on 'what i could have done differently,' one major thing comes to mind: FIND ALLIES.\n\nYou can't fight alone. You've got to have a group of supporters. Even countries have armies. Your staff can rally, and garner support from outside offices or groups, and through the power of numbers, can fight for change.\n\nDon't let discouragement reduce you towards 'dirty politics' of your own. This is hard. When I was going through my own crisis, I got a lot of advice to "sling some dirt of your own," but I never did. I'm glad I didn't. It reduces you and you end up losing self-respect. \n\nFind at least one ally who is in a position above you. If you can find some higher administrative support, you'll be in a much better position to advocate for change.\n\nGood luck! Hang in there.
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Sometimes it takes time.  The best thing you can do is work in many different types of industries and jobs as well as volunteering, etc. until you find your fit.  Don't be afraid to leave a place to try something new and don't be afraid to take a second job volunteering or working in something completely different.\n\nThe key is fearless pursuit of new and different things until you find your place in the world.
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only you can make the changes that you desire in your life...everyone is special and so are you..Open up to others(your co-workers, etc.) and you will probably find some responding back to you with sincere compatibility and friendship...make one little step with one person and then another. good luck to you. Life is meant to be lived with others. Enjoy your life and enjoy the company of others. PEACE
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Trusting your instinct is always best,however it is hard to make changes your unsure the outcome will be,I am sure you feel comfortable at your present job and that's why your scared to leave understandable,but then if you don't take a chance of listening to your instinct you will never know if you made the right choice.You will have to really think it over and weigh the good and bad you know about both jobs,and then do what feels right even if it scares you.you will most likely be happy you did in the end.
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Thanks for your advice. But what's the method could be if you really HATE your job?? I have a good-earnings job which I hate it, and it made me depressed already. I decided several times to change it to my favorite (which has about half-earnings) but I failed due to difficulties of life and the reasonable expectations of my family. Have you any special advice for this case too?\nThanks and Regards
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Im terrified of commiting...to anything! Im so scared that I'll make the wrong decision, that I dont make any decision at all? Strange.
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Start small. Set little goals every day and expand from there. Diet and exercise do make a HUGE difference. Start a positive cycle and gradually increase it.... and keep it going, of course. Get stuff done. Clean house, call someone you haven't talked to in awhile, go for a walk or bike ride, socialize.... Believe in yourself!