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The transition from making decent money and knowing roughly what was coming in every month to starting over completely without a paycheck and expenses that are beginning to mount. There’s more, but I’m not comfortable sharing it. Here’s what I do know.
I’m a pretty good photographer, and my skills are growing every day. I’m good at it. Occasionally really good. And I don’t charge what I’m worth because I need to build a business. You should book me. But I don’t control that.
I’m a pretty good writer too, and that part of things I do control. I have a business to build there too, and sometime soon I’ll be producing new content wiith a new message along with Kathryn Tague, who is partnering with me on this message, to change the way we talk about mental wellness. It’s big, and it changed my life. I know it can change others too.
Music is the thread that weaves it all together. I want to partner more with organizations like The You Rock Foundation and its founder, Joseph Penola. Without music, I can’t write. I don’t edit photos, and the darkness crowds me in ways I can’t begin to explain.
Today I believe all of this is possible, and once I get my collective shit together, there may even be a podcast coming. For now? Stay tuned, keep your arms and legs inside the ride at all times, secure your seat belts and make sure your tray tables and seat backs are in their upright and locked positions. It’s going to be a bumpy fucking ride.
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All the best Shawn! I know, like I’m sure a lot of readers here do, just how hard the first step is, and you are doing it! I am in a similar place, taking each day as it comes and not giving up. Pursuing my goals with effort and hard work! I look forward to following your journey!
Thanks Joe! My best to you on your journey!