Business woman and guest blogger Daphne Wells tells her story, in a light-hearted way, about rescuing herself from a difficult personal situation.
Her story inspired me and I'm sure it will inspire many out there who feel stuck in a toxic rut.
(The piece has been edited for legal reasons.)
Here's how I became my own 'knight in shining armour'.
By Daphne Wells
Once upon a time not so long ago I became my own knight in shining armour and rescued myself.
I’d waited long enough for a real, ‘knight in shining armour’, to come and rescue me. You know, the fairy-story kind.
Pretty soon it became obvious nothing would change unless I became my own rescuer.
Here’s the thing... I’d gotten stuck in a hole. Living someone else’s life. Keeping someone else happy. All the while, I felt like I was dying on the inside.
While I’d known for a long time something had to change, it wasn’t at all easy sorting all the obstacles that were in my way.
The fact that I’d dug my own hole didn’t make it any easier either. After all, I’d purchased the cattle. At his request, I’d allowed the man to board for free, in my home, in exchange for caring for the animals.
Picking up the phone and asking for help was undoubtedly one of the hardest and the bravest things I’ve ever done.
Truth is there’s been no fairy-tale ending as the man has since shown his true (negative) colours.
Without doubt, rescuing myself has proved to be harder for me than rescuing others.
By the way, let me know if you’d like me to support you as you rescue yourself.
Daphne Wells, founder of Passion for Growth, guides you to grow your business to full bloom while creating a lifestyle you love so you can make a difference and make money. For over 6 years she has represented highly-motivated, courageous and successful women in business, small business owners, coaches, therapists and entrepreneurs. As an ICF credentialed coach, with a history of birthing and growing small businesses, Daphne has a deep passion for inspiring you to recognise and appreciate your magnificence whilst you grow your fabulously successful business. Her true magic lies in empowering you to do it your way. She lives in the beautiful South Island of New Zealand from where she works with women business owners and entrepreneurs worldwide. She’s President of ICF NZ Southern. Grab her FREE eBook ‘3 Keys to GET MORE CLIENTS’ at www.DaphneWells.com
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