Out Now

Introduction

Over the years there have been many times where I wished I had someone (other than my parents) to ask for guidance and who would share their words of wisdom with me. By the same token, I must confess that, because I am self-sufficient and headstrong, I may not necessarily have taken the advice, let alone listened to it. However, now that I am older, I can see things with much more calmness and clarity, and upon reflection, I wish I had paid more attention.

Throughout my life, I have experienced different roles; a troubled and somewhat rebellious teenager, a daughter, a sister, a friend, a girlfriend, a wife, and a mother. Each of these roles has led me to have experiences that I never thought I would have, but in turn, I have learnt many lessons from. Some I have to admit were hard and painful, while others were filled with extreme happiness.

There have been times where I have said to myself, ‘I wish I knew this earlier’ or ‘I wish I had been able to ask my mother’ (but, alas, she is no longer with us).

Perhaps I would have done things differently or made different decisions. Perhaps I would have walked a little taller, had a little more confidence, spoke a little louder, and believed in myself a little more.

This book is for you if you want to get the best out of life from early on. It is a note to my younger self about the things I wish I had known earlier on in my life. I hope that it helps you along your journey of life by saving you time and preventing painful heartache; I don’t want you to go through things the hard way. This book helps you through everyday matters. It discusses the things most people don’t talk about, such as you staying positive while the environment around you seems negative. It will also offer practical advice on how to manage your money; I am sharing with you the best practices I have learnt from my financial experiences, including my time as a manager in retail banking, my working life, and as a current business owner of an award-winning company. But, of course, before you focus on building your wealth, it is essential to maintain your health too, as this is what will keep you going. I have included topics about this, because, in my experience, the mind, body, and spirit are all magnificently connected.

Life is a voyage of self-discovery, and there will always be new things to learn as we take in all the experiences life has to offer. It is a gift that should be treasured, appreciated, and celebrated. At times it may not be easy; there will be lows as well as highs, but you are not alone.

I hope this book will feel as though someone is holding your hand through it all. Let’s take the first step together by putting one foot in front of the other; let’s enjoy the journey…