This article is a testament to the power of self-belief and the courage to pursue one's dreams, regardless of age. It's a story of a woman who, at the age of 50, embarked on a journey of entrepreneurship and self-discovery, defying societal norms and her own fears. It's a story that inspires and motivates, reminding us that it's never too late to chase our dreams and conquer our "Wish-Idas".
"Understanding the realm of possibilities is the first step towards happiness," said George Santayana. If someone had predicted in my 20s that I would venture into entrepreneurship at 50, I would have dismissed them as delusional. If someone had suggested in my 30s that I would author articles read by hundreds, I would have questioned their sanity. If someone had prophesied in my 40s that my business would revolve around a computer, I would have laughed uncontrollably.
Yet, here I am at 50, running my own home-based business, writing articles that have been read by hundreds, and using a computer as an integral part of my business. I share this not out of vanity, but with a sense of awe and wonder. This is my life, a life I had only dreamt of.
I have dreamt of owning a business and being a published writer for years. I am still learning the ropes of technology, often crashing the computer. But I don't regret not starting earlier. At 50, I appreciate my journey more because I understand the struggles I've overcome. My success is humbling, and I view my achievements with the astonishment of a child.
Turning 50 was a wake-up call. I realized that the road ahead was shorter than the one behind. This realization sparked a fear of the "Wish-Idas" - the things I wished I had done. This fear overpowered my fear of failure, humiliation, and technical incompetence.
In your 20s and 30s, you feel like you have all the time in the world. It's like standing on the East Coast, seeing the road to the West Coast stretching out before you. At 50, you're somewhere in Kansas, close to the Colorado border, and the road ahead doesn't seem so long.
In your younger years, you can afford to say, "I can always do that later." At 50, your "laters" become "nows". But this isn't a depressing realization. Turning 50 revitalized me. It gave me the confidence to tackle my dreams. If I failed, I would keep trying. If it wasn't meant to be, at least I gave it my all.
The essence of this article is simple: Pursue anything you sincerely and passionately want to do. You have nothing to lose. Think you're too old? How old is "too old?" If you decide there is no such age, then the world will make way for you.
I am gradually ticking off my list of "Wish-Idas". More and more, I find myself reflecting on a life filled with passion, successes, and failures. But at least I tried.
Never limit yourself. Don't be the one sitting on a porch at 80, filled with regret over the "Wish-Idas". As Pindar said, "Do not aspire to immortality, but exhaust the limits of the possible.
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