Hello friends, this is Youheum. I used to work a full time job
and now I'm a Digital nomad. I make a living as an Illustrator, Designer, and content creator.
Today, I'll share my transition and some pros and cons. I will also share my reading list and the specific tools
I use as a freelancer.
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I used to struggle with emotional blocks
against manifesting my dream job. It's okay to face negativities along the way
because we're all capable of fully embracing, accepting, and
forgiving our shadows. So our journey doesn't have to look perfect and it's okay to
experience blocks and struggles.
I used to deal with self-doubt,
insecurities, and
hatred towards those with more freedom and money than me. If you're currently struggling
or if you have already overcome similar blocks in the past, share with me in the comments below.
Did you also feel burnt out or drained after work? Have you dealt with
passive-aggressive co-workers who refuse to be supportive?
I have also gone through this. My worth and talent felt
unrecognized and my presence felt unappreciated.
I was completely frustrated that I was unhappy with my job. I used to spend my energy
focusing on the helpless part of myself, the part that I can't change
immediately like the job structure, this society, and the surrounding people like my boss and co-workers.
I simply blamed the
Individualistic approach of this world without taking any actions on a personal level.
When I realized how toxic and pessimistic I have become, I wanted to get out of this victim mentality
and take conscious control over my career path.
After practicing minimalism, mindfulness, and using other healing tools like EFT and
meditation, my approach and values changed completely.
I started to focus more on productivity and less on
self-destructive thoughts and I was taking a mindful approach to my business and my finances.
I was scared to quit my full-time position
but I made up my mind that I no longer wanted to sacrifice my own
happiness for a decent paycheck.
I wanted to have freedom,
flexibility, and be able to fully express my unlimited
creative potential. I no longer wanted to be my job. I wanted my job to be me.
I wanted to have fun while making money and while being my authentic self.
So I transitioned out of my desk job by becoming a
contractor which means doing part-time freelance work with the flexibility of working from home time to time.
And I know that this is specific to my own position as a designer and illustrator.
But other remote positions that I have seen our copywriters, virtual assistants, and social media managers.
Also, give me a shout out if you're working remotely, at home, at cafes,
maybe at co-working spaces,
or while you are traveling. I would love to know what you're up to and how you support yourself financially.
I only recommend
transitioning to contract basis from a full-time position
because I have taken that path. I know that everyone's life situation is very different and unique.
I negotiated with my company that I was working 9 to 5 at.
I understand that it could be very difficult for some people to do this
so feel free to take your time and approach it in your own unique way.
If you currently love your full-time job, that's completely okay and I accept you no matter what.
They are definitely downsides to being an entrepreneur,
freelancer, or a creative individual
pursuing a unique lifestyle.
I have the responsibility to be on top of my taxes,
contracts, and business expenses. I only say that these things are downsides
because I know that it can feel overwhelming at first but
once I was able to get on top of it,
I was able to be okay with this process. The positive aspect of being a freelancer
Includes the freedom to choose my own clients, choose my own place to work at, and set my own rates.
But the best part is
being able to express my creativity
without holding back my fullest potential.
Some mindset resources that helped me arrive in this present moment
include Ask and It Is Given and
Money and The Law of Attraction
by the teachings of Abraham Hicks. I also recommend Secrets of The Millionaire Mind by T Harv Eker,
Success Is For You by David R Hawkins, and
Essentialism by Greg McKeown.
I take courses for self-development as well
and I watch marketing expert videos like Sunny Lenarduzzi.
It also helps to create a clear goal with tools like vision boards and journaling.
Because I am a solopreneur running everything in my business,
I use different apps for bookkeeping, time tracking, appointments, and scheduling.
I'll leave a link to my blog post if you want to know more.
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I'm able to be more intentional with my time.
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I hope that the resources that I shared today will shed some light in your journey.
I know that it's difficult to
let go of fear and resistance of becoming a creative money maker.
It helped me to focus less on the material gain and more on the joy of doing what I love.
I am grateful that you allowed me to share my transition and my thoughts.
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Thanks again for being here my friends and I hope to see you again soon.
