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2021 changed me, 2022 broke me, 2023 opened my eyes.
We’ve all experienced those moments. I vividly recall the onset of the COVID-19 era — the emergence of quarantine, the disarray in schooling, my health taking a nosedive, and the relentless grip of financial struggles. As a young student, life was a blur of video games and aimless days until reality struck. Depression settled in, fueled by a messed-up sleep schedule and a sense of purposelessness. Adding to the turmoil, I dabbled in day trading and watched my hard-earned money vanish, dragging my mental health down a treacherous spiral of anxiety.
But I made a choice to transform my life. Determined to break free from the chains of despair, I delved into researching side hustles, self-improvement strategies, and the elusive path of ‘escaping the matrix.’ I took a deeper plunge into day trading, explored the realms of dropshipping, YouTube automation, and affiliate marketing. Simultaneously, I committed to enhancing my physical and mental well being by securing a gym membership.
Today, I stand proud, generating over $10,000 a month through these endeavors, and my mental health is on a steady ascent.
Some may argue that it’s too late to embark on a journey of self-discovery or that every side hustle is saturated. Let me tell you, it’s never too late to prioritize yourself and take those crucial baby steps. Many individuals achieve financial success in their 30s or 40s, and I stand as living proof that if I can turn…
