My Path to Personal Freedom
I have not always had personal freedom and control over my own life.
In fact, just a few years ago I remember frequently calling my mom about all the things that were going wrong in my life.
From a devastating heartbreak, working in a toxic soul-sucking environment, drowning in a mountain of debt, struggling to pay even the basic necessities, and moving to a new city a thousand miles away from home, it felt like the sky was falling.
Life after college was so much different from what I imagined it would be. With the years spent “preparing” in school, I thought I was ready to take on the world. Truth be told, I was hardly ready at all.
I began to question myself and really struggled with what I considered to be my true identity. I had no work-life balance, high stress, and no financial independence. I was also unhealthy and dissatisfied with where I was in life.
I entered the rat race without even knowing it since it has become so “normalized” in today’s society. It got to the point that I was just going through the motions of life on autopilot. I didn’t feel like there was a light at the end of the tunnel and that I had hit ultimate rock bottom.
In my gut, I knew that there had to be more to life and that I needed to change. I hated the thought of wasting my life away and feared never discovering my full potential.
With an intense desire for change and to live a happy and healthy life, I committed to creating a new life for myself.
Several mornings were spent reading articles and books. As I prepared for work, meal prepped, and drove around, I listened to various podcasts and audiobooks.
Every minute I had was spent consumed in learning.
I researched anything and everything from finding happiness, effective daily routines, meditation, exercise, the importance of community, decluttering, organization, self-care, healthy food recipes, relationships, motivation, etc.
Little did I know, at the age of 24, I was slowly changing the outcome of my life.
Fast forward to the present, I have learned to take control of my life, become financially free from debt in 4 years, and liberated myself from the rat race.
I truly believe that “nothing is impossible, only you have the power to sculpt yourself into what you want to become.”
My journey has not always been simple or easy, but I have learned to embrace change and welcome challenges. Now, I move together with all the ups and downs to build the life that I have envisioned.
As I continue to define who I truly want to be and what I want for my life, I strive towards bringing my intentions to life.
The more I understand my strengths and discover my passion, I know my purpose is to be of service to others. This is the primary purpose of HowdyAce.
What you will find on here:
HowdyAce is a simple lifestyle blog dedicated to helping you discover your personal happiness, take responsibility of your life, and build a lifestyle that you love.
Self - Improvement
awareness, cultivating positive change, recommended books
Well - Being
happiness, nutrition, sleep, meditation, movement
Productivity
morning/night routines, organization, planning
Personal Finance
loans, budgeting, financial literacy and independence
Read all the lessons I’ve learned from the little victories to huge screw-ups.
I will share my journey of intentional living, pursuing happiness, and the positive lifestyle changes that have helped me to thrive along the way.
With the hope that my content brings value to your life and that it helps you in a significant way!
Or even to provide a new perspective that inspires you to make a positive change.
In the end
We are all human and just doing our best to figure out this game called life.
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