Throw Self Doubt out the Window!

A picture is worth a Thousand Words...

The picture on the left is me when I was still working in the Retail Industry. I had been in it for over 20 years. And while I used to have a passion for it, and really loved what I did, I soon found out that after I had my kids, the passion I had, was starting to dissipate.

The picture on the right, is me now, working from home...[having a 'break' with my youngest boy, Tyler. I became an Online Business Owner 5 years ago now, and I was able to leave my retail career behind, MANY YEARS earlier than anticipated. [for that I will be forever grateful!]

I want you to think about how many conversations you've had with family, friends, heck even yourself about wanting to try something new, but it was way out of your 'Comfort Zone,' and so you stayed right where you have been, because it felt 'safe.'...

All of the self doubt began to trickle [or rush] in. All of the questions we ask ourselves, and the opinions that others have stop us from going after what we really want...

Can I do this? Am I smart enough? Will I be successful? What if I fail? .....the list goes on and on... until you talk yourself right out of what you so desperately want to do, for fear of failing...

I can't help but think, what if I had not taken the chance I took 5 years ago? Where would I be today, right now?....I can tell you, I'd probably be running around a retail sales floor, being underpaid, underappreciated, and overworked, and I'd be missing out on TOO MUCH TIME with my kids..

Most of us were not born into greatness. It is up to us to create it ourselves. What is it you want out of life? Once you decide what it is you want, find what resonates with you, and just Go. For. It! The days are not coming back, and life is far too short to settle, or just go through it, to just stay 'stuck.'

My success I'm seeing today, all started with first the decision to make a change, and then I had to take action. With hard work, dedication, determination, and consistency, I am now in charge of my time and how I spend it. The best part?...I get to help others achieve the same. Helping others change their lives, [esp mommas who want to stay at home with their kiddos!] LOVE it! xo

My wish is for anyone that resonates with what I'm saying to know that YES you can do anything you want. But change is up to you. No one is going to do it for you. You must decide on your own that you and your family deserve more, you deserve better, and YOU CAN help get them there. Just believe you can.

Something I found to be key to my success, is surrounding myself with others that also have the same [or similar] beliefs as I do. That have the same goals as I do. Remember - you are the sum of the 5 people you spend your time with - choose wisely.

Lastly - believe in yourself! You are badass and you can do hard things. You are smarter than you give yourself credit for. When your 'why' is strong enough, you can achieve anything you set your mind to. [my 'why's were/are my family]

If you are open, or know anyone else that may be open to checking out the online space, and what I do, feel free to reach out, or pass along to someone who you think this would be a great fit for.... I'd love to help!

Best,

~Monica Lamport

Digital Marketing Mentor & Coach

Boy mom of 2