Within the last week, I have had to consider what I am worth. What am I willing to get paid to do? What are the benefits and what are the responsibilities. I look at what it costs me to fuel my passion.
I teach. I took a hit in pay when I started, and figured out how to make ends meet. And I am passionate about teaching. I love the look of understanding streak across students’ faces as they connect the dots to something in their lives.
However, I think Maslow was on to something. Once lower needs go unmet, the upper needs start to crumble. Reconsidering your worth is a chance to pay attention to the foundation. Asking what is important is a chance to prioritize anew.
The bottom line is, there is no one out there who could afford what I am really worth. So we settle on an amount I am willing to accept.
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