Finding flavor in life

“It didn’t feel worth it anymore. It took up too much of my life.”

That’s what a customer recently told me during a house inspection, explaining why he’d just resigned from a well-paid, high-ranking position.

I congratulated him and praised his decision. I also shared that I’ve made similar choices in life — ones I’ve never regretted.

It’s so easy to get fixated on coveted roles and impressive salaries. But no amount of money in the world can replace the feeling of true contentment.

This idea applies to most things in life. If prestige is the main ingredient, the flavor will always be lacking. We might get fleeting moments of satisfaction, followed by a bitter aftertaste.

But if we choose the ingredients with heart, and do everything with love, even the simplest “dishes” can create flavors far richer than anything you’d find in a cookbook.