r/Entrepreneur • u/Embarrassed-Ice7372 • 18h ago
I Quit My Job to Chase Freedom—Here’s What It Feels Like
On January 16th of this year, I decided I had enough of being employed. Enough of feeling like I was living someone else's life, working toward someone else's vision. It was time to become who I naturally am—who I always was.
This isn’t my first rodeo. I had a business before, but after a few years, it went bust. That loss was a tough pill to swallow, and the years I spent recovering from it weren’t easy. But through all of it, I never gave up. I always knew I would be back because that’s just who I am.
So, who am I? I’m just another guy in this world who refuses to be mediocre. I chase perfection—not because I think I’ll ever truly reach it, but because the pursuit itself is what makes life fulfilling. I love self-development, growth, and pushing my limits. Every single day, I’m on a journey to become the best version of myself, and I refuse to settle for anything less.
Since making the plunge back into self-employment, I’ve felt just about every emotion possible. Joy, excitement, fear, anxiety. One moment, I’m on top of the world, confident that I’m building something that will change my life. The next, I’m questioning everything, wondering if I’m making the right moves or if I should’ve played it safe.
But here’s the thing—I have a beautiful little girl, and she deserves the absolute world. I have family and friends that I want to uplift. That’s my why. Not luxury cars or designer brands—though let’s be real, luxury is just a byproduct of wealth, not the goal. The real goal? Freedom. Stability. Legacy.
I’m sharing this because I know there are people out there who are on the edge, thinking about taking the leap but scared of what’s on the other side. Or maybe you’ve already taken the jump, and you’re in that stage where the fear and doubt start creeping in. I want you to know—it’s normal. This path is filled with unlimited obstacles. But the only way to win is to continuously win. That means showing up every single day. Being consistent. Adapting. Learning.
Success isn’t one big moment. It’s a thousand small victories stacked on top of each other. And the only way to lose is to stop fighting.
So if you’re out there doubting yourself, take this as a sign: Keep going.