I have been very vocal about my financial goals in this blog since forever. Well, come to think of it, I started this blog with the intention of having a side hustle. 💻💰
And you’ve had a glimpse of my story—how I struggled to reach my goals over the years.
Frustration after frustration, I somehow rested for a bit… and then got back at it again. Looking for answers, I stumbled upon self-care, diet, cures for depression, keto, and lastly, carnivore.
That’s when I finally made the connection between years of neglecting my body and the results I was reaping back then.
From fast foods, branded biscuits, chocolates, and trending foods like milk teas—I indulged in it all. These were the foods I couldn’t afford before, so when I could, I went all in. 🍔🍫🧋
This was the type of diet I was on for many years. I thought I was living my life… until I started noticing:
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Poor performance at work
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Feeling hungry all the time
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Forgetfulness
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Constant tiredness
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Learning very slowly, even for simple tasks
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Being overly emotional and sensitive, affecting my work relationship
Feeling lost and blinded, unable to think straight. I blamed my failures on other reasons—like not graduating from a good school, physical appearance, having toxic parents, or lack of support—when in reality, my health is declining.
These processed foods wrecked my body. They kept me undernourished, lacking essential nutrients like B vitamins, iron, and protein.
These bad food choices made my brain unable to think intelligently. As much as I wanted to be free and financially independent, I kept failing because I didn’t have the mental clarity to do so. I couldn’t even keep a job. I kept job hopping, unable to gain tenure or learn new skills.
Years of failure led me to depression. Thankfully, God gave me the opportunity to rest. 🙏
There were times I was unemployed for 8 months, sometimes more than a year. Yet God still provided me food and clothing, and for that I am very grateful.
During those times, I was always tired and could only rely on the internet. I’m thankful I stumbled upon nutrition and the importance of a proper diet. Although not everything online is correct—just like how keto ruined my gut health even more by eating too many vegetables—there is still gold out there. ✨
That’s when I discovered the carnivore diet. Once I prioritized eating beef, I felt energized again. 🥩
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No more feeling hungry after every meal
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I now have energy for work
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I learn faster
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I was able to keep my job and even got promoted after a year
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I became mentally capable of planning and executing my financial goals
Never in my life did I think I’d be able to connect food with finances. Looking back, I don’t act better when I’m undernourished—I react instead of being professional. Not a good sight in a professional setting.
My unknowing self always wanted to quit my job, even though it was my main source of income. Like… why??????? Why would you do that to yourself? 😅
Your job is your most important wealth-building tool. So how in the world would I want better finances if I couldn’t even keep decent work?
Well, that’s in the past now—thankfully and gratefully. 🙏
Once I prioritized my health and chose real food—especially beef 🥩—I became more capable of acting on my financial goals. I truly believe the power to protect your job, your money, and your finances starts with taking care of yourself, so you can make better decisions. 🌱💪
That’s it for now. Thanks for reading all the way. 🤍