NO Negative Nancy!
Hey family!!! Yes, it is me back with another rant! I had a friend visit me and ask what I was up too with this work from home stuff! Now mind you, I normally am a very introverted individual. I mean so much so until, the fact that I even get on here and am as social as I am is nothing short of a miracle. Nevertheless, I decided to tell her about WA and what I am doing, and sure enough she reminded me why I usually NEVER tell people what I am up too.
She basically looked down her nose at me and of course she asked me if it was a "pyramid". I was shocked at the question and a little offended. I thought she knew me better than that we have been friends for 7 years.
I kindly told her it was not and of course I did offer to assist her if she ever wanted to get her online business started. And then she proceeded to look down her nose at me and say...."Oh no! I would never do THAT." (As in affiliate marketing) Ummmm ok. Perhaps I was being a bit too sensitive but then she went on to add that I really needed to get a job so that I could "pay the bills around here and be able to have some retirement benefits in the future or at least save for retirement."
I get where she was coming from, but I don't feel that is was from a sincere place. I coupled what she said with her facial expressions and body language and I am not crazy I know what type of vibes I was getting. She was coming across like she wanted what was best for me, but she just really hates the fact that I am always ALWAYS persuing my dreams come hell or high water! My bills are paid. I struggle to pay them, but nothing is off. I have failed so much at life and at every turn especially at starting my own businesses.
I had a festival this past Saturday for my handmade jewelry business. I got 3 sales! My ex co worker who shared a booth with me got countless sales. And I was still directing customers her way! That's just how I am though. I like to see others succeed. But for some reason I don't get that from my friend. Anyway, that's this post. Not very inspirational I know but it is me all the way. So, here's to me keeping my head up and continuing my business endeavors not matter what.
-Michelle
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Sometimes those closest to us and that care for us just 'tell us what to do' out of love because they're concerned ... doesn't make receiving it any easier. Send her love and keep going!
Well said Michelle!!!!!
I can sooo relate to what your friend did to you, been there myself recently!! What makes what we are doing anyone else's business anyway?!?!?!? You handled it like a PRO girl!!
You keep your head up and keep right on walking. I think that we have found the place that will make the difference between success and failure. Keep on keepin' on!!!
T
Thanks for sharing. I enjoyed your post. You must be doing something right so keep pressing forward. People who can't stand to see the success of others will NEVER experience their own.