A Dose of Reality
Before I go on, let me say that this is not a cry for attention. It is not a ploy to be flooded with puffy white clouds of encouragement. It is to put into words the thoughts that have entered and exited my mind about a million times. It is for the next new person who wants to know they are not alone in their feelings.
I am not the one to do things for myself. I have always been the people pleaser. This has come at a cost. It means that any time I have tried to do something for myself, I quit. I don't quit because I like quitting. I quit because someone else's needs required more of my time or attention.
So Why Did I Sign Up For This?
The simple response: because I finally wanted to do something for me. I finally wanted to make moves to be something more than someone elses's support system. I won't abandon those in my life, however, I need to do this for me.
Can I Do It?
That is the million dollar question you want to know as a new person, right? I just started the training and for the life of me I am so stuck on this niche thing that I have talked myself in and out of this about 10 times just tonight. I overthink and I put too much pressure on myself so I know I am overthinking it but it still makes me nervous.
Even still, with no niche necessarily yet, I do think I can. Why? Because instead of sleeping right now at 3 a.m. I am going through the training and writing this blog post. I think I can because I have a determination I haven't had before.
What's the Point?
Well, my point is that if you are like me and always put others or your family first, I want you to know you are not alone. If you are scared of failing even though you have barely begun, you are not alone. If you are sitting there completely overwhelmed and wondering if you will truly figure this out, you are not alone. It is continuing to try even though you are afraid of failing that will make you strong.
Keep going, Keep trying.
I don't just say that to my future reader. I say that to myself. I will keep going and give this the time and dedication it deserves. I am investing in myself now. I will prioritize it, even when I have other obligations that also need my attention.
For anyone who has a moment of self-doubt and needs to vent, I am here. I may be new too but I am still here to listen. To help you feel less alone.
And.... I can't say this enough... YOU ARE NOT ALONE!!
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You remind me of my friend Indigo:
She is a vibrant, intuitive, and brilliant artist and writer.
I've finally convinced her to help my brother and I on my websites here.
She wrote her first blog post the other day and it blew mine out of the water.
She still thinks I'm smarter than her, and she may be right lol
It doesn't change the fact that I needed her on my team.
I don't bring this up to brag or ramble on about irrelevant information, but to state that I think you've really got what it takes to win the hearts and minds of the people who read your blog posts.
You're a natural born story teller.
You have the rare ability to bring to words, for other people, the thoughts and emotions that are dwelling within their own minds and hearts.
With this gift, I'm sure that you'll be able to influence the lives of other people for the better.
Will you make money overnight?
haha
no, you won't.
But you have the power to truly make a difference.
I know because I've known people who write like you do, my whole life.
They are the kind of people who know how to empathize, how to get into someone else's head.
The structure of this blog post here? Excellent.
Will you doubt yourself?
I don't know.
But I wager you will.
Doesn't change the fact that I believe you're quite capable of enacting a positive change in the lives of the people who consume your content.
I don't know Waldmann, and I would say that my reason for being here is in contrast to the reason he gives:
I am not here for myself, but for my friends and family.
But I do know Vicki and Zed:
They are good people and wise as well.
And you have all of our support.
I may be doing this for others, but I made to choice to do so for myself, so it balances out in the end haha.
Either way, it is good that you are here.
I'd like to echo your words: You Are Not Alone.
We're all rooting for you and wish you the best!
Thank you for sharing this post with us, I really appreciate it!
Wow. So I definitely teared up reading this. It is exactly what I needed to hear. I honestly think I suck as a writer lol so your comment surprised me. Now if I can just narrow down this niche situation I'll feel a little better. I guess I am here for others too. Be successful so I can stay home with my family and not have to worry about scrambling to pay bills last minute. But I also needed something that was my own. That I could pour myself into. I honestly have only told one person I am even doing this, so having the support of people like you helps tremendously. Thank you so much for your comment, seriously.
Hi. Investing in yourself is the most important thing. You are doing great. Somehow we always find a way to keep going. It’s the dreams of success that keep us going. Good luck to you. 😀
I am glad you are doing this for yourself. That is the only way to truly make this work. I wish you nothing but success in the future. Don't give up and keep at it! You can always think of your site as someone that needs your attention to grow and thrive!
Welcome aboard here at WA Chateau and all the very best on your new and exciting journey online
Go well
Vicki
Welcome to the family Chanteau!
Wise decision!
I suggest you to follow the training and all your questions will be answered. You should start here: Online Entrepreneur Certification - Getting Started Level 1 And an upgrade is highly recommended to get access to all the benefits WA has to offer!
Godspeed!
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Wonderful wonderful wonderful words I can not say it enough. Welcome you will do just fine. :) Believe in yourself! Absolutely start the training but one other piece of advice or two actually. First one is to bookmark this post you just wrote and every few months come back to it and re read the beautiful words you spoke to yourself :) The second advice start browsing this wonderful caring community you just joined you will find everything from marketing to inspiration . You will thank yourself for not quitting one day.
See you at the top. Oh and if you ever need help or even someone to just listen,please reach out one of us here are always available.
That's great advice. Thank you. I will definitely do that.
My pleasure catch you later 3 am I am off to bed LOL