Lying on my hammock after four hours of backpacking in Yosemite is one the greatest pleasures I have forgotten. In my normal day-to-day I work out of my home. I’ve become accustomed to the temperature controlled by my thermostat, the LED lighting from my energy-saving bulbs, the softness of my couch, eating delivered food, and entertainment at the press of a button. Having the privileges of living in the U.S., I’ve forgotten what it was like to struggle.
It’s the struggle that reminds me to appreciate the blessing I do have. Everything slows down when I disconnect from my phone with no service. I found myself immersed in conversation with the people around me. A bear paid us a visit one morning reminding us of potential threats and danger that are ever-present. The weather enjoyed being undecided on rain or shine and gave us both. I looked up at the trees from my hammock and took off my glasses. The way the trees melted into each other reminded me why we were all made different. We all see the world different and that is by design. This space and time away from society made me look at my life from a new angle.
Money is an important goal for me. It’s part of the reason why I started this blog–to help others find a way to increase their income. I discovered I associate money with freedom. It’s freedom that I really want. Freedom from the system that has made an indentured servant out of me. I desire a life where I have an economic wall so thick that nothing can get through. The same wall can be used to protect my family and those I love. It can also be used to help those that touch my heart. After coming back, I am resolved to get myself out of all debt and bring myself back to zero. From there, I think my life can really begin.
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