Is the Universe Testing Me?

[LadyLynx]

Originally Posted by William 辰

I ask that question too sometimes. But the truth is; it isn't. The Universe keeps presenting you with things you don't want because you keep thinking about it. Unwanted things are constantly going through your mind. The universe is simply following your thoughts.
If you say; "I don't want to be a teacher", the universe only hears the words 'want' and 'teacher'. It doesn't work with positive and negative aspects, only with the general feeling of the thought.
If you say; "I want that certain job" The universe is like: "Congratulations, you have already achieved that."
If you say "I will have that certain job", and at the same time you think "but I don't believe it will happen" or "I'm not sure", then the universe says: "Oh, you haven't made up your mind yet? Then here's that other job again to keep you occupied until you have made up your mind."
The universe is only following you.

I know it isn't easy, but a positive mood changes everything. You have to start by appreciating where you are now. Focus on the little things which make you happy. And then start living (in your mind and any other way you can) like you already have what you want.
That's the key. First be happy where you are, and then act like you already have what you want.

For some reason, I missed this part of your original post and I 100% agree... That's totally what happens. I (try to!)!focus on the new career but a little part of me thinks "Hmph. Do I really want this? Will I miss the student interaction, being in a school environment, and... my summers off? And, would I like it more if I had the opportunity to teach a subject I liked?" ... ... So yeah, I (now) understand why the universe is still presenting me with teaching positions.