Saturday, May 11, 2013

Got Restless Genes?

You may have found this blog while trying to find answers on why you seek perpetual change or why you feel stir crazy when things should be "just fine".

To help you further explore the idea of possibly carrying the "adventure gene",  below are some questions that may bring some humor and enlightenment to your thoughts.  These questions are based on questions I've asked myself over the past few years.  They've helped me realize I'm not crazy, but part of an amazing group of people living on this planet who are adaptable, movable and ready to survive.

 Think You Have Restless Genes?  Ask Yourself.... 

1)  Do you feel a natural high when starting a new job, major project or travel adventure?
2)  Do you wonder why you repeatedly find yourself slipping into the ho-hum doldrums only after one to three years of starting yet ANOTHER new job?  
3)  Do you thrive in work involving the outdoors, traveling or emergency services vs. an office setting job?
4)  Do you feel more "out of control" when stability settles in for too long and more "in control" during times of movement and unpredictability? 
5)  Do you know you would be a survivor and would adapt to anything if the world nearly came to an end?
6)  Does the possibility of leaving earth to live on Mars excite you?
7)  Are you drawn to new destinations, countries or situations that have higher instability or danger....just because you "feel" you need the experience?
8)  Does the thought of "settling down" make you feel uneasy?  Or if you did "settle down", did it take you many years of moving around to pick a location as "home base"?
9)  Do you follow the blogs of individuals, retirees and families who gave up everything to travel the world?
10)  Have family or friends called you any of the following names;  explorer, nomad, gypsy, free spirited, black sheep, globetrotter, vagabond, drifter, wanderer, pilgrim or traveler?
11) Do you hear yourself saying, "I need a change", every couple of years...referring to a MAJOR LIFE CHANGE, not the color of paint in your bedroom?

If you answered yes to most of these questions, chances are you carry the restless gene.  We aren't freaks of nature and by no means cursed for life.  In reality we share something special that sets us apart from others.  During times of emergency or uncertainty, our instincts set in.  We tend to make decisions  based less on emotion so we're more response ready.  We also easily separate ourselves from the negative impact of others, which helps us remain focused.  Really, when it comes down to it, those without the restless gene will need us in order to survive the next meteor disaster.  Doesn't sound so bad, does it?