So Fox has a new show out this season, “Glee,” and it made me think about what a great show it is to get you feeling inspired about what you want to do with your life.

According to Fox.com, “Glee” is an ensemble cast about an Ohio high school’s glee club full of people you just can’t help but cheer for.  One character, Rachel, a student at the high school, is a great example of someone who is so driven that she will work as hard as she possibly can for what she wants, and that is to be famous. Sure, it’s fictional, but such moxy could certainly be inspirational in your own career search, no?

Then there’s Will Schuester, a teacher at the school who remembers when Glee was in its heyday---thriving and alive. He too has that same drive as Rachel that surely is inspirational. However, the one character I particularly identify with is Emma Pillsbury, the school guidance counselor.  Although a germaphobe with somewhat neurotic tendencies and an unrequited love for Will, who is married. She means well though, which makes it easy to like her. 

She believes in Will and the Glee Club. In the first episode, Emma has a quote that I think is inspiring for all you college seniors our there looking to begin your career: “The only life worth living is one that you’re really passionate about.”

Glee, as a show, is also all about figuring out who you are.  That’s also a major theme in college, especially when it comes to careers. I like how the show explores all different kinds of relationships, especially with the Finn character.  Finn is dating the head cheerleader, who is also the president of the celibacy club.  Finn deals with issues about whether or not she’s the right girl for him, especially based on his values and being in high school (since values and views change a lot from high school through college).

Basically, what I’m getting at is this: Glee is a great show to watch when you’re feeling down on your luck about trying to find a career in this crazy economy. While vampire shows and retro dramas dominate the airwaves, “Glee” is a great comedy to watch for some good old-fashioned inspiration. Check it out on Fox on Wednesdays at 9 p.m.