Looking back, I was 25 years old, just figuring out what I wanted to do with my life and how I see myself in the next 5-10 years. I wasn’t even at the peak of my career, a novice maybe, but my initial thought was, I will retire early. I see myself in my 40s, basking in the sun by the beach with a champagne on my hand, reading a book on a hammock. I have an exact vision of myself. 

Funny right? How the hell I would be retiring early, I wasn’t born with a silver spoon, let alone have a decent job to make retire that early. Well so I thought. 

I had a great stable career afterwards, a decent paying job that I enjoy so much. I got opportunity to work in the US because of it, and met my husband from the same firm. Thirteen years of my career, dedicated to one company. I am grateful to be part of this firm. However, three years ago, that old dream came up, and I have been thinking, is it time for me to run after my ultimate dream? 

Knowing myself, I don’t see it coming anytime soon due to so many reasons: 1. I don’t want to rely on others to support me financially 2. I dream of living a life of luxury and right now I am not there yet, 3. I don’t have any other means of income aside from my job and 4. my financial intelligence is so low that no matter how high I earn, I end up spending them ALL. Sucks right?

Well it looks like a long shot dream but not when you never stop believing. I prayed hard and I asked hard. I prayed God-like dreams that no one would believe it is possible hehehe.. I won’t lose anything so I just did it. Then slowly the universe aligned itself to getting me to that dream. Not there yet, but I feel deep in my heart I am getting there!

In 2017, I got introduced to Young Living* by my friend Jennifer. I was already converting into a healthier lifestyle so when she asked me if I wanted to give it a try, it didn’t took a long time before I ordered my starter kit*. I was able to convert my home into a spa after and it helped me get rid of the toxic chemicals and fragrances that I use at home. Long story short, I was loving it so much that it became part of my lifestyle. I didn’t know that there is also a business opportunity that goes with it, since they offer bonuses and commissions when you share your experiences with the people you know. 

OK I know what you are thinking, oh no it’s another MLM. I kid you not, I think the same too! What changed my mind about it is when I think about the benefits I gained by using their products, I would be too selfish not to talk about it yes? So let’s put the judgement aside, I am not asking you to buy a kit from me here, I am just telling a story. Hehehe!

So yeah, I got into the business side YES I did. I thought I wouldn’t but I did. Right now I have about 2000 members in my team, all using and loving the products. Most of them are just customers, only a few are actually doing the business. All is well, we are all happy and we are all excited when we get our orders :) hehehe.. This addressed my #3 concern. I now have a 2nd stream of income where I can earn extra and also enjoy sharing with the people I care about. Isn’t that cool? 

Then through my tribe, I started to realize that I can do more, I can have more and I can help more. The potential is endless. So I started learning about how I can keep my money intact and keep myself from spending it all. I started attending seminars, listening to mentors and learning more about managing my money. I then started investing my money instead of spending. I joined this awesome group called Truly Rich Club and I learned more about saving, investment and the abundance formula. So now I feel I am on the right track. :) All I need was to save and earn enough from my side hustle so I can retire early!

Then the work stress is taking a toll at my health. I have been out for a week now since my hypertension is going crazy. I tried my oils and my meds aren’t doing anything to alevate my symptoms. So then I decided that I would take a pause for now and leave the career that I have known for the past 13 years. This pandemic taught me that no matter how much money you have, if your health is not at its optimal level, then its useless. I rather would earn just enough, and spend time with my kids, that kill myself working my ass off to earn millions. 

I am scheduled to take a leave for 4 months off my work starting May, and I feel scared. Scared because I am not sure what’s there for me. My Young Living income would be enough to support my needs but it won’t be similar to when you have a 9-5 job. 

I am also excited because who knows, while doing the thing that I love most, and easing myself from stress, maybe I would be able to push myself to do more and earn more. Maybe after four months, I would be better and could go back to my work again :)  

I know temporarily leaving work may seem a negative event for most of you, but to me, it could be that the universe is telling me something. That maybe if I focus more on my self - specifically my health and well-being - I would discover new potentials that I might have. So despite the bad, I am still grateful for this particular transit to happen in my life. 

I know the possibilities are endless, could be good or bad. I just hope that the transformation would be like me turning into a butterfly - from just being an ugly caterpillar, hiding in its cocoon, I would soon grow wings and soar to an endless abudance. All I got is the belief and faith that whatever comes, I am going to win it! 

For now, I am waiting for my wings then maybe one day you will see me by the beach, basking under the sun, holding my champagne while reading a book and lying down a hammock :)