great post, i'll just add one twist that i've learned and have often times had to implement in my life.

that is, if i can't bring who i am to what i do the what i do is usually called an addiction; distorting not only who God has made but also the intent He has for the joys (the things i do) he has given me. i've learned i must run from those situations, regroup, and then return to the thing(s) i do when my perspective is in order.