Limitless Entrepreneur Day 3

I just finished Day 3 of the Limitless Entrepreneur Retreat by mastermind coach Melyssa Griffin. I crocheted earsavers while watching the video for the day, and completed the module in between batches of crocheted bands. I like working this way because my mind is alert and I am able to seamlessly integrate my volunteer work with my lockdown learning routine.

Here are my lessons learned for the day:

  1. My blog, www.speakoutsam.com, has become a platform for me to share my thoughts on volunteerism and the small businesses I support. I plan to continue showing up on this blog as often as I can. I am sharing my life because I believe that living intentionally can help my audience and connect me with like-minded individuals.

  2. My Human Nature online store (please buy today and support my small business!) has not just become my primary income source during the lockdown. It has also become my calling card of sorts. I believe that social entrepreneurship is the way to go as I can support myself while helping the needy at the same time. I am thankful that Human Nature is a company that produces essentials, which is why I continue to be in business during the pandemic. I hope to continue thriving beyond the quarantine period.

  3. Volunteering for Earsavers for Lifesavers PH as a crocheter has given me an abundance mindset. I no longer think that I don’t have enough resources because so far, I was able to provide more than 400 earsavers to frontliners. I am still making for some pending requests. Helping others has helped me change my thinking and perspective.

I am excited to learn more in the coming days!

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Communicating with Guys

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I am in a stable relationship with A. We have worked out our issues through counseling and we have discovered that building our life together is not a one-time deal. It is a journey that constantly needs care, attention, and mutual respect. While we are not married yet, we are both improving ourselves. I am fond of reading books that resonate with me, either through self-help or inspiration. These books provide the perfect balance to my fictional novels which make my life interesting and colorful.

Last week, I bought this affordable book at Nationals Bookstore. I was browsing through it when I realized that it is the ideal book for me. I am not daydreaming that A should marry me right this moment. Rather, I know that like any working relationship, we need to communicate effectively with each other if we want to grow and mature together.  

I have just finished reading it and it is a goldmine of wisdom for any woman who is in a relationship. I now understand why A tells me that I am a nagger. I believed that I was only asking him to do something, but thanks to this book, I have learned that it is the approach that makes men think that a woman is nagging. Once a man thinks that a woman is nagging or forcing him, he shuts down. In the same manner that when a man makes insulting comments to a woman, she also shuts down. There were many points of interest in this book, and I highly recommend it. It is an easy read and it is a wise investment for your relationship. I guarantee you that it will strengthen your bond and improve how you and your partner communicate with each other.