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2017 is near its end.

What had happened in the last 12 (almost) months?

In January I started going solo in my career as a massage therapist. Prior to that I resigned from my job in the nursing home for more than 6 years. And as I have said, I realized I should have done it sooner. But I was very happy I made that decision.

Feel N Heal Massage has built a very good reputation. The results and the satisfaction of the clients were the proofs of its success. It became a word of mouth and in the span of almost 8 months until the first week of August I have served about 350 clients more or less.

Going solo was kind of scary at first. I had doubts. What if it will not succeed? What if I end up paying the rent from my own pocket?

Relatives, friends and colleagues were questioning me and doubting about me succeeding on choosing to take the risk of putting up my own clinic and leaving my vast job. Some of them probably even wished that I would not make it.

But I succeeded, it may not be that big but I earned more than when I was working in my previous job. And the best thing was I don't have to follow a schedule or abide by the rules of others and please a colleague because I can't say no.

Having to be my own boss was liberating. Even if at times it was tiring, it was fulfilling because I get to do the work I love.

2017 brought a lot of changes in our lives. There were many ups and downs. So much financial difficulties. My husband didn't have a job for more than 3 years prior but in March he bounced back. He was hired again by a company who needed his expertise.

In April I found Wealthy Affiliate. I thought it was one of the best things that I encountered online. But I haven't been doing the best I can and have not been performing consistently. But I hope to be present wholeheartedly in the coming year.

We had to leave our home and transfer to a new country. I had to leave my business. My daughter had to live by her own at 17. It was hard for me as a mother. I thought I can't bear it. It was a difficult situation. It was a setback. But I hold on to what Napoleon Hills said about adversity.

"Every adversity, every failure, every heartache carries with it the seed of an equal or greater benefit".

I remained positive and hopeful, of course there were times I want to give up. There were times I was blaming my husband. There were arguments. I said a lot of hurtful words and I regretted it so much.

Ton is a very strong man, very kind. He never gave up. He's always hopeful and positive. He's a good provider. He's happy with his job. The only thing I don't like about him is he doesn't want to try new things. He doesn't see the future of building an online business or maybe it's just what I thought. He's a software developer but he has this character of being satisfied with what he has at the moment and not concern himself about the things he can still do in order to explore more possibilities. Is it because of his age? I wonder....

We are now living here (Belgium) for more than 4 months (since August 13) and we survived. We struggled and still trying our best to fulfill what has to be done in our daily lives. I didn't have a job until the last week of October. That was at least 3 months of no income. I found a part time job as an assistant massage therapist but I am paid not enough and it was just when there is a need for a couple's massage and that is not very often. The only positive that came out of it was the fact that I was loving what I do.

One of the best things too that I considered very important for me was going back to my faith. I found the place where I can attend worship services and glorify God. I've met the brethren and for me this is a great blessing.

Today I will be signing a contract for the place I will be renting for opening my massage clinic here in Bruges. I am very anxious and nervous but with faith and belief and the amazing services I will be putting out there, I know I will succeed again.

Taking risks is one of life's challenges. We will never know the result until we take that leap and accept the challenge and do our best.

One of my hopes for the coming year aside from being successful in my business is to be more successful at Wealthy Affiliate so that I will not be working too hard (physically for that matter) and I will have more freedom not only in time but financially as well.

I also hope to be able to help my family, my children, my brothers and sisters and assists them in what they need to procure a better life.

Finally, I just want to thank God for all the blessings and the guidance and support he's giving me and my family and for answering all what I have prayed for. There are still a lot that I am praying for and I know that it will also come to fruition.

I wish everyone a very prosperous Happy New Year!

Let's make 2018 the best year ever especially at Wealthy Affiliate.

What are you grateful for? Share in the comments below. I greatly appreciate it.

All the best,

Arline :)


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May 2018 continue your fortunes Arline!

Hi Mike, I wish you the same for 2018 and thanks so much.

Cheers,
Arline :)

Arline, Thanks for the motivating share. There are many moving parts to life and sometimes our only hope is to not get squished between gears. Wishing you a great 2018. Jay

Hi Jay, thank you so much. I appreciate you taking time to leave a message. I wish you the best as well for 2018.

Kind regards,
Arline :)

Hi Arline!
This is a very inspiring story of real-life in action. You will be successful again because you have a great attitude. God is on your side and He will see you through just as before.

All the best and have a Happy and Prosperous 2018 and beyond!
David

Hi David,

Thanks a lot for taking time to comment. I wish you and your family all the best as well and a prosperous 2018 and the years to come.

Kind regards,
Arline :)

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