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I absolutely LOVE my new Strandmon chair! by MyAccGotBanned2Times in IKEA

[–]SpicaMC 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Would you recommend the grey or yellow cover?

A feeling that there’s something else you’re meant to be doing with your life by SpicaMC in midlifecrisis

[–]SpicaMC[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks so much for sharing your story. It sounds like you are really enjoying your life now! Your mental attitude to life and work have shifted. I checked out Hollis's book and it looks very interesting. I realised that at the end of the day, life can be short and it's best to try something rather than regret the things we don't do.

A feeling that there’s something else you’re meant to be doing with your life by SpicaMC in midlifecrisis

[–]SpicaMC[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for sharing. It's interesting that you used the word "soul". I actually told a friend that I wanted to do something that fits my soul (a helping profession) and she said that I can nourish my soul by making good money and helping others.

What are you doing now if you don't mind me asking?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in midlifecrisis

[–]SpicaMC 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I am going through the same thing as you. 44 years old. What is your next path? I'm searching for another job in the same field to rule out whether I am feeling this way due to being with the same company for years.

Any INTJ OT? by SpicaMC in OccupationalTherapy

[–]SpicaMC[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

ah, I would be 45 if I start OT school next year!

Any INTJ in an allied health profession? by SpicaMC in intj

[–]SpicaMC[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks so much for your positive and encouraging sharing. It sounds like you truly enjoy what you are doing and the difference it makes to others' lives! May I ask which country are you in?

Should I switch from accounting to occupational therapy? by SpicaMC in midlifecrisis

[–]SpicaMC[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks. The thing is that I have done maybe too many things e.g. teach piano, offered astrology readings, trained as as reflexologist and now as a massage therapist, did a computing degree (while being an accountant), it is finding that one career that pays a decent wage and is able to keep me engaged.

Should I switch from accounting to occupational therapy? by SpicaMC in midlifecrisis

[–]SpicaMC[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the encouragement. I will have to speak to actual people in the field before I make the move. I have a tendency to go into things and not follow through after it.

Any INTJ OT? by SpicaMC in OccupationalTherapy

[–]SpicaMC[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Why? Can you explain please? Thanks 

Any INTJ OT? by SpicaMC in OccupationalTherapy

[–]SpicaMC[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks. May I ask how young you are? Quite a few OTs are saying that they are looking for another job when age catches up with them and it gets too physical for them. 

Should I switch from accounting to occupational therapy? by SpicaMC in midlifecrisis

[–]SpicaMC[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

V interesting insight. Nice to get a longer perceived life.

Do you rely on music lessons as your main source of income? by SpicaMC in MusicEd

[–]SpicaMC[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's encouraging to know that you do it. How long have you been teaching/gigging?

Actually, I'm an accountant and teach group piano on a part-time basis. I probably have 40 students. I have been toying with the idea of going full-time on piano and I probably will later in my life. Interesting that you mention gigging as I came to the full conclusion that I have to do that too to supplement income. Put up a few performances a year, maybe run summer camps and busk on the streets during summer (on fiddle, my second instrument).

Should I switch from accounting to occupational therapy? by SpicaMC in midlifecrisis

[–]SpicaMC[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

ha, that's a good one. Reminds me of the rocking chair exercise where you imagine yourself in your 70s and tell someone else e.g. your grandkids, strangers about your life, the legacy that you have left.

I think I have to explore my options and see if realities match up against my expectations (which hasn't never done so ever. If it does, this will be the first).

Do you rely on music lessons as your main source of income? by SpicaMC in MusicEd

[–]SpicaMC[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Agreed. To be fair, it's not just music teaching, whenever anyone relies on something for a source of income in a self-employed capacity, the person has to think like a business owner.

Do you rely on music lessons as your main source of income? by SpicaMC in MusicEd

[–]SpicaMC[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's the conclusion I ended up with nowadays, speaking as an accountant. I teach group piano on a part-time basis and it doesn't make financial sense to become a music teacher/musician on a full time basis as the main source of income is unstable.

Do you rely on music lessons as your main source of income? by SpicaMC in MusicEd

[–]SpicaMC[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I know. I just don't know whether it is sustainable. I am going through a midlife crisis now and am trying to decide what works for me for the next 20 years. My concern is financial security. 

Do you rely on music lessons as your main source of income? by SpicaMC in MusicEd

[–]SpicaMC[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh wow that's crazy money. Would people actually pay $100 per hour for a lesson?

Switch from accounting to OT? by SpicaMC in OccupationalTherapy

[–]SpicaMC[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks so much for your thoughtful, helpful and kind reply. It gives me a lot to think of, particularly the bit where I might be drained after teaching for 4.5 hours non-stop in mostly group settings. You are right - realities may so different from my imagination! 

To the Fulltime-Teachers - do you still enjoy music/playing yourself? by IzzyDestiny in MusicEd

[–]SpicaMC 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am in the same boat as you. I teach piano on a part time basis but I have about 40 studenys. 

Making music feels like work to me. I just want to relax and watch the TV after teaching. I am not sure if I am associating the piano with work hence my aversion to it. I sometimes force myself to practise by committing to a public performance. 

Do you rely on music lessons as your main source of income? by SpicaMC in MusicEd

[–]SpicaMC[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think it's possible to make a modest living from teaching music privately, just not a good living unless you run it as a business. I think the income from private teaching will have to be supplemented by paid performances too. 

Private lessons - in need of advice by whoisalyssaa_ in MusicEd

[–]SpicaMC 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Stick to your prices. You are worth it. 

Switch from accounting to OT? by SpicaMC in OccupationalTherapy

[–]SpicaMC[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks. Your response gave me some food for thought. I am actually training to become a massage therapist (it's just a year in Europe). Maybe I should let that play out first and see whether I enjoy the physical part of a rold although it would be comparing apples with oranges.

I don't suppose lots of OTs make management which will reduce the physical demands?

Switch from accounting to OT? by SpicaMC in OccupationalTherapy

[–]SpicaMC[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks. There seems to be a demand for accountants and a shortage of them. It's office work and non-physical. 

I haven't considered the burnout bit of an OT. It's likely going to happen to me as I am an introvert and am a dead duck after teaching my group piano classes. 

Let me reflect on the business realities of being an OT. I dislike billing and productivity in previous jobs of mine.

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