10/28/2024
What comes first?
Money or Happiness?
Today, I want to share something personal with you.
I’ve been doing business since I was 17, and it never even crossed my mind to ask why.
It just made sense—I wanted the lifestyle I wanted.
Simple, right?
Back then, at just 12 years old, my first hustle was teaching kids French because I couldn’t afford to buy anything I wanted.
Growing up, I had to utilize the skills I had, and French was my strength.
Funny enough, I barely understand French now.
Fast forward to about 10 days ago—my husband asked me an unexpected question:
"What kind of business would make you happy?" And then, "Why did you do business in the past?"
I answered without hesitation—money.
Having a family was my primary motivation to make money and build the lifestyle I never had but always wanted.
Even now, I still carry the fear of having an empty fridge.
He looked at me and said, "So, you’ve never done business just because you wanted to?"
I thought, "What kind of BS is that?" Business is about making money, right?
But then he got me thinking. For as long as I can remember, I’ve told myself that money creates the lifestyle you want, and it doesn’t matter what you sell as long as it brings in the cash—as long as it’s ethical and you understand what you’re doing.
You have to be an expert or hire experts and professionals to deliver what you are being paid for.
But here’s the twist—after you’ve achieved the lifestyle you want, what’s next?
I realized it’s about self-realization and joy.
And when he asked what brings me joy, without skipping a beat, I said horses.
When I was younger, I competed as a jumper until I broke my spine—not once, but twice.
My mom was told I’d never walk again, yet somehow, horses stayed in my dreams.
Now, I have four children and no problem walking or running.
And here’s the exciting part: yesterday, 10 days after that conversation, I bought a horse.
I’m officially a mom of four children, three dogs, and one horse. My American dream?
I guess it’s coming true. I’ve got the lifestyle, the family, and now, the joy.
Meet Shorty.
Though I’m still not sure if I should change his name to something else.
He’s definitely not tall, a perfect fit for my height at 5'3", and he stands at 14'1".
He could technically be on the higher side of a pony, but he’s definitely not a pony!
But here’s something for you to think about:
Why are you making money?
Is it just to cover the bills?
If that’s the case, maybe it’s time for a transition to something bigger.
Only thinking bigger will bring you to that place in your heart—and in your life—where you’ll truly be happy.
After all, we only get one shot at this.
