Have you ever dreamed of starting a business or pursuing that “big idea” deep in your heart, but doubted whether you had what it takes? Maybe you’ve thought, “I don’t have the skills. I don’t have the talent. Who would take me seriously?” Or perhaps it’s not even about running
a business—you just want to be recognized for something more, something bigger than just your name or your job title.
You’ve been working job after job, fulfilling your responsibilities, and doing what you need to do to pay the bills. And while that’s served its purpose, if you’re honest with yourself, you know something feels unfulfilled.
It’s not that you’re ungrateful. Your life has meaning to your family, your friends, and your colleagues. But there’s a voice inside—a persistent, quiet whisper, or maybe even a loud demand—that says, “There’s more for me. I’m meant for more.”
You want to create something that impacts others. You want to leave a meaningful mark on this world. You want to give back in a way that reflects the blessings you’ve received.
And yet, here you are—stuck. You’re standing on the edge, weighing whether to take the leap of faith or wait it out, hoping for the “perfect” time to act. Maybe you’ve spent hours scrolling through social media, looking for inspiration or signs. Maybe you’ve even found yourself praying, “God, help me. Show me what to do.”
Let me assure you, I understand.
For years, I felt like something was missing in my life, despite all the outward signs of success. Friends and family would look at me and say, “What’s wrong? Look at everything you’ve achieved! You’re living the American Dream!”
And on the surface, I was. I’m married, a mom to a beautiful daughter and a bonus mom to another. I have three college degrees and have held well-paid salaried positions since I was in high school. Yet, despite all the achievements, there was still a void I couldn’t ignore.
Have you ever felt that way? You look at the evidence of your success—the promotions, the accomplishments, the accolades—and think, “I’ve done well,” but still, deep inside, there’s an ache, an unshakable feeling that
something is missing.
Then, the guilt sets in. “Why do I feel this way? I should be grateful.”
Here’s what I want you to know: don’t feel bad.
Accomplishments are wonderful—they’re a reflection of your hard work, discipline, and dedication. But they’re not the whole story. Accomplishments are like chapters in a book—they mark moments of success but aren’t meant to define the entire narrative of your life.
A Tough Question and a Tougher Truth
Now, I want you to pause and think about this: how long did it take you to achieve those accomplishments? Getting a degree likely took four years or more. Building your career probably took a decade or longer.
Here’s the part that might sting a little (but I say it with love): have you given yourself four years to pursue that dream you’ve been holding onto? Have you even given yourself four months of consistent effort?
Maybe you’ve started and stopped. Maybe you’ve tried, failed, and decided it wasn’t for you. Maybe you’ve said, “I gave it my best, but it’s just not meant to be.”
While I’d love to comfort you and tell you, “It’s okay, you’ve done enough,” the truth is, you don’t need comfort right now. You need a little tough love.
The Tough Love You Need to Hear
The Perfect Time Doesn’t Exist. Waiting for the stars to align or for circumstances to be just right is a losing game. There will always be something competing for your attention or holding you back. Start anyway.
Feeling Ready Is Overrated. Nobody feels 100% ready when starting something new. Confidence isn’t a prerequisite—it’s the reward for taking action.
Your Dream Deserves Consistency. Think of the time and effort you’ve given to your education, career, or other accomplishments. Why wouldn’t your dream deserve the same level of commitment?
Failure Is a Step, Not an Endpoint. Failure isn’t the enemy—staying stuck is. Every misstep is an opportunity to learn, grow, and get closer to your goal.
You Were Made for More.
If you feel the pull toward something bigger, that’s no coincidence. Trust that you’ve been given the vision and the tools to achieve it. But you have to take the first step.
So, What’s Next?
You have two choices:
Stay where you are, doing what’s safe and familiar, wondering what could have been.
Take the leap, start messy, and give yourself permission to grow into the person you’re meant to be.
You’ve already proven that you can work hard and achieve great things. Now it’s time to channel that same energy into building something meaningful—something that’s yours.
Your story isn’t finished. This is your chance to write the next chapter.
Are you ready to start?
The Black Diamond Accounting Group
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