Have you ever looked around and wondered why some people seem to find success so effortlessly? While some are earning millions, others are struggling just to make 100 rupees. I often ask myself: Is life as easy as people imagine, or is there a secret code we haven’t cracked yet?
For a long time, I thought education was the key. But then I saw highly educated people who were broke, in debt, and struggling to find their path. On the flip side, I’ve seen people with very little formal education build massive wealth from the ground up. It’s a puzzle that doesn't seem to have a simple answer.
The Seven-Year Promise
My journey with money and skill-building has been a long, winding road. For the last seven years, I’ve been trying to find my footing. I remember a time before I got married when I made a promise to myself: I would have the skills and the income to support a family.
But life has a way of moving faster than our plans. A year passed, and I was married without those skills. Then my daughter was born, and I felt a new surge of responsibility. I watched a movie where a villain changed his entire life for his daughter and became successful; I told myself if he could do it, I could too.
"If that movie character can change for his child, surely I can do the same for mine."
Yet, two years passed, and then my second child was born. I found myself in the same place—full of hope, but lacking the results I dreamed of.
The Loop of Learning and Fear
I’ve tried everything to break the cycle. I read books, I listen to audiobooks, and I try to practice positive self-talk every morning. For a few days, I feel empowered, but then the old loops return, and I find myself back where I started.
I’ve watched others start digital projects and see success in just a few months. Meanwhile, I’ve spent six months trying to master a single platform like WordPress without seeing the same progress. It makes me question: What is the difference between us? Is it ability, luck, or something else entirely?
Finding a "Stable Life"
After all the questioning, I’ve realized what I truly want isn't just millions in the bank. I want a stable life. I want a life where I can:
- Work: Dedicate 8 solid hours to my craft.
- Wellness: Have the time to meditate and work out.
- Basics: Eat well and live without the constant shadow of debt.
It sounds simple, but as anyone who has struggled knows, achieving that balance is often the hardest work of all.
My Honest Truth
Today, I am still facing a financial crisis and dealing with the weight of debt. But I am also learning. I’ve realized that my biggest hurdle hasn't been a lack of information—it’s been fear. The fear of failure and the difficulty of overcoming old habits have held me back more than any lack of education.
I don't have all the answers yet, but I am still here, still trying, and still talking to myself every morning to remind myself that I can achieve more.
Do you ever feel stuck in a loop despite your best efforts? How do you break through the fear? Let’s talk about it in the comments.
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