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Tag: courage

  • Scared to take Financial risk

    Bloganuary writing prompt
    What’s the thing you’re most scared to do? What would it take to get you to do it?
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    One thing that truly terrifies me is taking financial risks. Unfortunately, I seem to have a streak of bad luck in this area, often losing money without being able to recover. Despite repeated attempts, my efforts have consistently failed. It’s possible that I haven’t found the correct approach, or perhaps I’ve been foolish enough to fall into the trap of unreliable schemes.

    Nevertheless, if I ever summon the courage to invest with a prudent approach, it would be a monumental victory for me. Overcoming this fear is a personal challenge I’ve been working on. I believe acquiring sufficient financial knowledge and understanding the right approach are key steps in conquering this fear. Through education and learning, I aim to tackle financial risks wisely and make informed investments for a more secure financial future.

  • A parrot in a cage

    Have you ever felt the paradox of being free to fly on your own while being bound within certain constraints? It may sound absurd, but I’ve been there. Despite being aware that I could be anything I wanted and had the right to make my own decisions, I often felt confined to a small, protected zone. It was akin to being a parrot in a cage (if you catch my drift)– a situation where every step and action seemed to be scrutinized from an observer’s perspective rather than that of a fellow individual.

    In this stifling environment, unable to grow or move forward, overwhelmed by the circumstances around me. I won’t lie; I fell into depression, experiencing the worst nightmare of my life. That’s when I realized I needed to break free.

    It takes a lot of courage to come to terms with the fact that I matter before anyone else, especially considering the responsibility I had in supporting my family with the little resources I had. Nevertheless, I decided to bite the bullet and free myself, albeit with skepticism. The journey out of that situation was challenging, requiring me to shield myself from various obstacles.

    It has taken almost a year for me to recover from the ordeal, and I am still on the path of self-discovery. It has been a recent rollercoaster ride with many demands on my service, thanks to being the eldest child in a middle-class family. Anyway, I am happy, though not entirely satisfied. Wish me luck in achieving a contented life. Peace!

  • Lessons from Esther the QUEEN

    If I could ever meet a historical person, I would love to meet Queen Esther. I would definitely love to listen to and learn from her how devoted she is to her creator and how she saved her people from the persecution of a wrathful man. Instead of resting on her alluring beauty and enjoying the luxurious life as a queen, she never forgets her people and her roots. Through her sacrifices and pleas, she not only saved herself but also her king and her people. This is something that I really admire about her. I would definitely like to meet her and ask her to teach me how, with great courage and fervent prayers, she was able to do it.

  • Investment

    Daily writing prompt
    What’s something you would attempt if you were guaranteed not to fail.
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    I often contemplate the idea of investing some of my hard-earned money; however, I struggle with summoning the courage to take that leap due to uncertainties about the associated risks. This hesitation is further compounded by my current lack of financial independence. If only there were a guaranteed assurance of success, I would certainly be more willing to embark on an investment journey.