The Entrepreneur's Struggle and Journey

As I write this article I am getting choked up because this is a topic that, like an entrepreneur, we can all relate. Being an entrepreneur is hard work, and I'm not just talking about long work hours. Working late seems petty compare to the emotional upsets and breakdowns one must endure to have a business they love and making money at. I have been an entrepreneur for nearly two decades. I've had 7 companies and I've been through quite a miraculous journey. There were times when I felt like I had it all and then there were times when I literally had nothing. And I'll be honest, I still have my days where I struggle. It seems like a small price to pay for following the dream, but in reality it can really diminish your self-confidence and even ruin your desire to continue. What I tell all of my clients is that these emotional upsets are part of the entrepreneur's journey. That is why I became a holistic business coach. I knew that with all my life lessons and attempts and failures at business ventures that I had a voice that could help soften the blows and lighten the load that many of us are carrying on our backs while growing our holistic businesses. Often, emotional pain is a lot harder to deal with than falling on your knees and scraping up your legs. It's a rollercoaster at times and that's why I want to share my wooes and fears with you to let you know you're not alone. Coping with entrepreneurial upsets can be dealt with in many ways. I know you already know about meditation, exercise, eating a healthy diet, and have a support group to lean on when the going gets tough. What I really want to do is remind you that being an entrepreneur is something to hold with high regard: it's definitely NOT for everyone. It's for those rare people living on this planet that yearn for a better life and a better society to live in at large. It's about showing who you are to the world in the hopes that you can touch even one soul with your powerful message. It's your stamp on the world, your true inner light that was born to teach, and it will always be there living deep inside of you if you decide to give up. Anyone can start a business, but only a few of us will become entrepreneurs. You see, being an entrepreneur isn't a choice. Unfortunately, it's programmed in our dna or our epigenics. It's a seed that was planted at a ripe young age or it was something we were born with. Whether it started in the womb or captured you in your twenties, whenever it happened, forgive me if this hurts, but you can either or embrace it or suppress it-- either way it's here to stay. There was a time that I tried to let go of my passion to thrive. There was a time I thought "my day job is enough for me," but who was I kidding. It was never enough. I knew there was a light deep down that yearned to do what I love and that's all I want for you-- is to recognize that you are a chosen soul destined to do great things in this world. You were meant to start a holistic business, one that cares for people with every cell of your body, and wants to be rewarded for your efforts. I love you my fellow entreprenuer. May you have the most lovely adventure of your life. You are never alone. I'm right here with you. Love & Success, Angel Holistic Business Coach www.angelquintana.com