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[@victoriancu7358]

The best quote I have ever heard was "if you don't have your own plan, you are part of someone elses plan".

[@boayoon8715]

That hit hard son

[@lizardman1303]

What’s wrong with working for someone else

[@AlifMunim]

To be honest I don't think there's anything wrong in being part of someone else's plan, as long as you're aware of it and you've made that decision on your own

[@invictuz4803]

What's so bad about having no plan?

[@pasticherecords]

Wow. I envy your honesty and your courage. I am proud of your story.

[@tsjoshi]

"We don't buy things with money, we buy them with hours from our lives."

[@scholas_creative_space]

This is deeppp

[@taniaburton7559]

That's how I price stuff. How many hours does this cost and how many hours is it worth?

[@godsangel67able]

Truth!!!

[@dw_forevertoys]

Truth 💯

[@manictiger]

Although, sometimes we buy things to save hours, too. I got a new mower and it's far more efficient than the one I got for free. The higher end paint and the 15 dollar Wooster cutting brushes help speed things up for me, too. Higher quality tools get jobs done faster.

[@marianagrnk]

"I fear regret more than I fear Failure" - I just found your channel, thank you for being so inspiring!!

[@kamillabingham7718]

Yes, I love this quote. Powerful message.

[@kingston163]

Fear is: False Evidence Appearing Real

[@aleksandrekapanadze8913]

99% will fail and will regret. 2 in 1 combo!

[@TheJackCain-84]

We read news in the media that doom and gloom is coming and we just accept it, doom and gloom doesn’t always have to be coming, I’ve read numerous success stories of people that are pulling off tremendous gains of up to $250K within weeks in this crazy market and I just want to learn how to achieve such figures.

[@Syndiewndell]

Since the crash, I've been in the red. I’m playing the long term game, so I'm not too worried but Jim Cramer mentioned there are still a lot of great opportunities, though stocks has been down a lot. I also heard news of a guy that made $250k from about $110k since the crash and I would really look to know how to go about this.

[@martingiavarini]

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[@gnagyusa]

The whole point of making money is to have freedom to do what you want in life. If you have to work every waking hour until the grave, it completely defeats the purpose.

[@michellesweightlossjourney6599]

💯💯💯

[@waterheaterservices]

TRUE

[@user-nt4oo5qt1v]

Couldn't agree more

[@sjjjvideo1]

It was your boss's error to find himself in the situation that he couldn't even let his associate visit a dying relative. What a failure as a lawyer, as a boss. What a failure as a human being.

[@slavko321]

But there are people that don't say no to this abusive behavior either. I am glad she did.

[@kiwi123467]

Yucky boss leave asap

[@jc8431]

Just proves the point that lawyers are bottom feeding lowlifes and they eat their young.

[@starwalk3r]

This is the only way of life that her boss knows. It's what he was taught by his bosses. He is only a cog in the machine, just like she was.

[@stephaniedifilippo428]

I wonder if she could have hired a paralegal to handle it?

[@Erinmills98]

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[@AstaKristjan]

Big moving stochastics are not the secret to high returns. It involves controlling risk in relation to reward. Putting on the proper size and spinning your edge as many times as required to achieve your objective. That is valid for both day trading and long-term investments......

[@IrenaDolinsek]

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[@simonbad]

@@IrenaDolinsek Who is your financial coach, do you mind hooking me up?

[@IrenaDolinsek]

@@simonbad I happen to know Michelle Christine Parker, She has been my fin coach since 2018, no major losses has been recorded. Totally recommend her too.

[@simonbad]

@@IrenaDolinsek Oh found her! Looked up her full name and she was my top search. Thank you for this! Really appreciate.

[@Laurenski67]

This is one of the most inspirational stories I've heard. You're helping people just by doing this video.

[@johncarton3023]

Her story is another example of why I hate when people say rich and successful people "just got lucky."

[@dml1514]

“No amount of money, ever bought a second of time” - Howard Stark

[@BasedBrothers]

“We have two lives, and the second begins when we realize we only have one.” - Confucius Stay Based

[@laVIEchef]

❤️!!!

[@TheMessMaker111]

Deep!! I love it

[@bigtiny3857]

Read this daily.

[@theplatinumbeardeddread5628]

Wow!!!!!!!!

[@FriendlyPharmacy5]

This is SO true. Thanks for sharing

[@pixie9366]

Sorry to hear about your grandfather. I’m sorry you missed those last hours. Thank you for sharing such a personal story. It was very brave of you to be so authentic and real. You learned a powerful life lesson. You are more powerful than the people you left behind trapped and dying in their gilded corporate prison. I hope the money is truly worth it for them. You have saved your soul and the best years of your life while you’re still young. You kept to your values. I believe your grandfather would be so proud of you today. I wish you the very best in life.

[@richiekock8835]

I worked for 2 Big 5 accountancy companies 20+ years ago as a tax lawyer. In short: horrible experience! 3 out of 5 of my room mates were burned out or were on medical leave and I remember saying goodbye to someone leaving the company almost on a weekly basis. Toxic, horrible work environment. But when you are young (20's/ 30's) you think that you have to "sell" yourself to get ahead, which is not true at all. Currently, I have my own small law firm. I help people, and I am appreciated. And I make enough money to buy my first home.

[@beebuzz959]

If more people realized this than those caught up in chasing their next elitist fix, the whole world would be a much better place.

[@hayleynhassan]

whoa...can we chat? I just left big 4/tax law life. I'm happy to hear there is life after hell.

[@claremiller9979]

Good on you, this is what my partner is pursuing as a lawyer - to be in a position to help people who need it.

[@dave5185]

The words that changed my life direction were "Money is the drug they give you to forget your dreams". That hit me like a gut punch and motivated me to start my own business.

[@miatortillaa]

I love this 💕I wish you nothing but success.

[@mckell38]

This was one of changing quotes in my life too

[@WanderlustingCouple]

@@mckell38 should be *salary :)

[@mckell38]

@@WanderlustingCouple yes and salary to follow lifestyle. Thanks for your advice im useing help like yours to plan and start a auto restortion business 👍

[@WanderlustingCouple]

@@mckell38 All the best to you, Cheers!!! :)

[@seervisual7447]

"I fear regret more than I fear failure". As an aspiring artist these words hit hard. Thanks for the video! Liked and subbed :)

[@pearlvongpusanachai5942]

I quit a highly coveted job when I was 40, I’m 56 now and never regretted my decision. If I die tomorrow, I would be proud that I chose to have less money and more time to help others in the most meaningful way to me. So happy you made the choice and that you posted this VDO. ❤ from 🇹🇭

[@sppsports2449]

For those of us in the legal world, this woman is a gem. Seriously. It's hard to explain what's she's been through without seeing it first hand, but this woman has worked countless hours to achieve a dream then had the balls to quit that job and pursue her own path. May her Grandfather Rest in Peace, I'm sure he's proud of her. And may she live in regret no longer.

[@sunsoulco]

My grandmother passed away and I missed out on the last few hours with her because of work... I empathize so much. Thank you for having the courage to share this. It helps me with my regret too. Your story is priceless to me 💞

[@timothyoherlihy5391]

You said it perfectly :as a lawyer who has been lucky enough to work laterally from the profession I can so appreciate this lady's sentiments. Lawyers tragically are slaves not to money but to status. Just tell any fellow lawyer 'if I had a chance to work for double the. Money as a bin man I would happily do so and watch their face'. I deploy this statement and instantly discover so much. The longer one stays in lawyer the more disappointed and regretful kindred spirits one meets.

[@SimonSozzi7258]

A Quarter of a MILLION DOLLARS in a YEAR!!! Shut the FU@% up! When was the last time you gave your Maid a raise and tipped tour Barista!? Cry me a River! 60% of Americans live on $50k a Year! 50% under 30k! Get over yourselves!

[@dawnfoster6530]

Folks, it's an elitist attitude to think that only lawyers trade their time for money. That has become the "American dream" - the small business owner is rare. The majority of us work for corporations where we're just a number and if we don't like the 'abuse' well, don't let the door hit you in the a** on your way out.

[@dawnfoster6530]

@@timothyoherlihy5391 Folks, it's an elitist attitude to think that only lawyers trade their time for money. That has become the "American dream" - the small business owner is rare. The majority of us work for corporations where we're just a number and if we don't like the 'abuse' well, don't let the door hit you in the a** on your way out.

[@katarixy]

.when I decided to go to college I decided to stay local for my grandparents (they raised me). I passed on Berkeley because it was too far from me. I was a low income student and my grandparents didn’t speak english. On my second year of college grandma had a heart attack and we managed to help her. She had a slip next year and broke her hip and I was able to help her there as well. I took a job as a teacher for stability and soon after my grandpa had a stroke. I was able to help him as well. I will never regret staying close to them because it bought me more time with them. At the end of the day, no matter how much I was able to help them, it pales in comparison to the life they gave me. I needed them more than they ever needed me. Thank you for sharing your story!

[@Erika2]

Thank you for sharing yours! I’m so happy for you and I’m sure your grandparents are very proud ❤️

[@Iamniko__]

Almost cried. This is beautiful.

[@EricFu-qh5fw]

WOW! Totally respect you!

[@Esther-ps3vx]

This made me cry! Albert, you are an awesome grandchild. I am sure your grandparents are proud of you. Thank you for sharing your story.

[@virginiawango3968]

Thanks for sharing your story. So moving and wonderful grandchild you are.

[@charlesmannisto2480]

Hi. I'm a 58-year old man who has been working everyday for the last 15 years. And this video has opened my eyes. I don't want to have regret. Thank you for so much for sharing your story. You can add another one to the thousand you have helped. You are so strong and amazing. Thank you so much

[@mikeepagdanganan4340]

Your grampa would be so proud of you and how much you're positively impacting a lot of people in need!! You have no idea how much this video touched me. I needed to hear this kind of message today. Thank you !

[@rowddyone3570]

I quit at 35 so I can spend more time with my husband, create memories, and focus on health. The day we paid off our house and became debt free that was it. You dont need millions to retire, invest but also focus on the now, because we dont know how much time we have. :)

[@drdwgmd14]

That’s inspiring. Thanks. Advice on paying down a home?

[@rowddyone3570]

@@Isabella-wo9bg yes, without IRAs we need 1700 to live comfortably here in the Midwest, we started going out to eat 1-2 times a weeks as a treat, we fund2 IRAs.. everything else is for whatever, possible bathroom renovation and may be going to the beach once a year, our son is 16 so we want to help him out with school as well

[@ewayjeng1]

💯

[@lucaspham7440]

I like this. Another way to retire w/o being an entrepreneur 👍

[@ewayjeng1]

💯 debt and material things weigh you down and rob you of freedom

[@dessanguyen]

I cried watching this. Biglaw shed off years of my health and I still shudder at the thought of how soul crushing that toxic environment is. Thank you for sharing your story and congratulations for taking back your time and your life.

[@Erika2]

I'm sorry for making you cry :( It sounds like you've taken your life back in your hands now. I'm proud of you!

[@shinebrightcreations]

Amen. What are you doing now?

[@lorrainebazydola816]

Soul crushing. Perfectly said!

[@momentumstocks3493]

Lesson number one. NEVER work for corporations..

[@jcnlaw]

Such a great message! Love the video.

[@paulpham3466]

Erika, Great story. I also have a son who was in Big Law in DC. I was very proud of him when he landed this big law job but I am even more proud of him when he had the courage to walk away from a multi 6 figure salary to follow his passion. I know that most immigrant Asian parents push their kids to succeed at all cost but as an immigrant parent myself I can say that there is nothing more important than health and happiness for your kids.

[@davisj.miller1541]

Erika, I thank You for all the valuable videos! I began investing at the age of 35, primarily utilizing my hard work, dedication and with the assistance of my financial advisor, Christy Val D'souza. Now at the age of 48, I am delighted to say that my retirement income has grown enough to take me through my later days in life. So don't hesitate to take action when you can. Remember, it's not about achieving wealth quickly, but rather about building wealth consistently and persistently.

[@davisj.miller1541]

That is exactly my point, you need the assistance of a professional in whatever investment you want to embark on. For me it is a lot safer that way.

[@davisj.miller1541]

Yes, just as I said, *CHRISTY VALLEN D'SOUZA* is the best stockbroker, investment portfolio manager and financial advisor I know. This is because I have tested her services firsthand. She has never failed me or anyone I recommended to her. She is very trustworthy.

[@davisj.miller1541]

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[@jenifernadeau]

​@@liamcarter5241 no risk no reward❤

[@nevermindthebull0cks]

Your boss wasn't worth knowing. At least you figured this out young, I'm sure your grandpa would be proud.

[@abdulhye]

I worked at Microsoft and was on call when my father passed away back home .. I can feel your pain and lover your why

[@Erika2]

I'm so sorry for your loss

[@clynn4mk]

I'm so sorry!!! I feel your pain. 😭

[@digitraxanr]

You are absolutely correct for walking away. When we sign on to our high paying jobs, we work for blood money. Our freedom to do what we want to do, what we need to do for our souls is more important than the money we make realizing someone else's bidding.

[@maragirl1658]

It’s never enough and it is never appreciated. The loyalty is not reciprocated. I’ve heard the saying that if you are not building your dream that you are building someone else’s. True. Pace yourself. Save some of that time and energy for your own pursuits and building your own financial freedom. Erika is a gem and her message is so true!

[@slampog]

“If you don’t build your dreams then someone else will hire you to build theirs.”

[@largon2008]

Worker: Your car is beautiful. Boss: If you're determined and work hard for 5 years, I will buy me another one.

[@brendaabarca1774]

Sooo true!

[@siramike2654]

it's all illusion. if i can't happily earn enough to buy a beautiful car, then that beautiful is not worth my happiness. i can only work pass 60 hours a week on condition that my work is part of my happiness.

[@RP-zx1ze]

Bitter truth

[@samfrancisco8095]

YOU, will buy me another one.

[@keysoteriq2590]

Hilarious….

[@shangobunni5]

This brought tears to my eyes. Beautiful message. Thank you, Erika.

[@ladyk5266]

Me too.😢 I needed this encouragement. Thanks Erika.😊

[@raywan22]

Such an important message and delivered so authentically. Got a bit emotional watching this - I'm sure your grandpa is super proud of the bold actions you've taken and I'm very happy for you. Thank you for sharing your story 🙏

[@sinemcelcius]

*”Sometimes the most productive thing you can do is to relax.”* -Mark Black

[@brittanystar3103]

❤️

[@antonnovo695]

Amen

[@alfs3]

yep, that's when i do all of my best thinking!

[@OrganicFreedom]

Absolutely!

[@adamdominguez656]

Impossible lesson to convey Must be experienced

[@SimonTBech]

We work for years to have , $1million while some people I know put thousand of dollars in some meme coins and they are millionaires.

[@alexlees8697]

I always wanted to trade crypto for a long time but the volatility in the price has been very confusing to me although I have watched many KZbin videos about it but I still find it hard to understand.

[@laurenandrews618]

How? I know it's possible, I would appreciate if you show me how to go about it

[@carolm.anders3501]

@@alexlees8697 .First understanding the financial markets and how it works then you need to know how to study the market chart. That's all you stand to when you start trade with a Mentor

[@WalterNRoark]

I've been making passive income monthly from crypto for over a year but I prefer trading with the Help of Mentor or guide because it saves me time and reduces the risk of loosing.

[@PatrickMTrent]

@@WalterNRoark .Big pump's to you what a step you took. Please any recommendation from you! Need to start somewhere.

[@mar25947]

Thank you for sharing this personal story. I'm so sorry for your loss. Your perspective on labor is refreshing. As broke as I am, I always put myself and family before corps I work for, and people call me "spoiled" or "lazy" for it, but stories like this let me know that I'm making the right decision. Your channel is so empowering and valuable. Thank you!

[@jonpauldelange]

Probably one of the best personal positioning statements I've ever seen. Way to speak your truth with courage, integrity, and honor, Erika. I have no doubt your Grandpa is extremely proud of you.

[@gojump7]

$250k sounded like a large annual salary, until you said that it meant 100+ hours per week.

[@OrganicFreedom]

I felt the same way. Even Working for 40 hrs a week for $60k used to make me feel trapped.

[@midnull6009]

...100+ hrs a week??? Hell no...omfg!!! so most all of that 250k is ot money.

[@mg-by7uu]

Not to mention the government takes about 65-75% of that in income tax and social security

[@eksine]

@@mg-by7uu 65% is ridiculously exaggerating

[@drdwgmd14]

Ahh thats the catch. Wow. If 40-50 hrs, thatd be better.

[@kdubz1137]

Wow! I’m so proud of you for figuring this out at such a young age when most people barely have the strength to make bold decisions like this in their 50s! You were brave to stay strong and listen to your instincts despite all the criticism from “colleagues” Who is laughing now?? Lol you GO girl! We appreciate you!

[@jasonolds4482]

Erika, you’re an inspiration for everyone, and I’m so sorry to hear about the situation that happened with your Grandfather. Thank you for sharing your story!!

[@luckywinner4936]

Money can be replaced. Time with your family/relative/friends can never be replaced.

[@familylifetoo9541]

👏👏👏🙏🙌👍

[@undeadblizzard]

But all my friends are dead.

[@luckywinner4936]

@@undeadblizzard Make new ones!

[@youngpatrick29]

Money can also buy you more time with friends/family!

[@blakecushing1562]

This description of Biglaw is absolutely uncanny. It is not only the norm that you will sacrifice your own health and relationships in order to clock as many billables as possible, it is the expectation. There is no such thing as a family emergency, a holiday, a vacation, or a weekend. There are certainly outliers who are willing to make those sacrifices or manage to end up on a unicorn team, but I have yet to meet a lawyer who regretted quitting their Biglaw job. Best night of sleep I ever got was right after I put in my two weeks' notice. Great work, Erika!

[@Erika2]

Thank you Blake!

[@carl9729]

I went through something similar, and now that my kids are all grown I see how much of their young lives I missed and how much the money really didn’t matter. Thanks for sharing

[@candicewaller403]

I found this video in a roundabout way, just as I was questioning my decision to take a promotion for a job I don't even like. I felt a lot of pressure to accept because it was "the next logical step" and now I'm miserable. No amount of money makes up for being too busy to enjoy life. You've given me a lot to think about and reflect on. Can't wait to see more.

[@Kooley]

Your grandpa is looking down on you smiling and proud of who you've become.

[@nursebondemcanada]

true

[@fingerarmy6669]

How he can look at her when he is dead

[@keh-dalia809]

AMEN!!!

[@singlaurenashley6698]

this comment had me crying a min :)

[@NCmountainview]

"Regret implies you had the opportunity to do something differently but you choose not to." That really resonates. Congratulations on getting your priorities straight, and more importantly finding the courage to believe in yourself. Nice video!

[@wafflecat711]

No matter what we do, we will regret not doing the other thing and taking the alternate path. Think carefully before we make a serious decision and find peace in the decision we have made

[@carlossantiago9926]

Thank you Erika. You are already helping people like myself by sharing this testament. We're told that there is a certain way to live life and be successful, but at what cost? It's refreshing to hear the way you speak about challenges in the world. Keep up the great work. It's very inspiring and practical.

[@PhilipMurray251]

These are very valuable info for anybody who wants to get rich. Unfortunately, most people who will watch this video will not really be able to apply the principles. We may not want to admit, but as Warren Buffett once said, investing is like any other profession-- it requires a certain level of expertise. No surprise that some people are losing a lot of money in the bear market, while others are making hundreds of thousands in profit. I just don't know how they do it. I have about $109k now to put in the market.

[@Natalieneptune469]

Understanding personal finances and investing will most likely lead to greater financial independence. By being knowledgeable about money and investing, individuals can make informed decisions about how to save, spend, and invest their money. I know someone who made over $350k in this recession influenced market, but to the best of my knowledge, it was through a financial advisor.

[@tradekings5433]

Yeah, financial advisors could make a lot of difference, particularly in a market such as this. Stocks are pretty unstable at the moment, but if you do the right math, you should be just fine. Bloomberg and other finance media have been recording cases of folks gaining over 250k just in a matter of weeks/couple months, so I think there are a lot of wealth transfer in this downtime if you know where to look. I have been using an FA since 2019, and I return at least $121k ROI, and this does not include capital gain.

[@PhilipMurray251]

Mind if I ask you to recommend how to reach this particular coach you using their service? Seems you've figured it all out unlike the rest of us.

[@tradekings5433]

Cant reveal much info, Kate Elizabeth Amdall is the shrewd advisor responsible for my portfolio success, it's only right you look her up and confirm yourself.

[@PhilipMurray251]

I just checked her out and I have sent her an email. I hope she gets back to me soon.

[@karenm19]

Please don’t delete this video! I think this message is something people hear a lot but can’t hear enough. No B-rolls or over-use of fancy typography to keep your audience visually entertained - just a simple face-to-face message with your moving story because the topic matter is so relevant to so many people that a sit down is all it needed. P.S. I’m sorry to hear about your loss and regret. It’s heartbreaking to hear how your boss (likely being puppeteered by his own boss) handled the situation knowing damn well that if he were on his deathbed, he’d want his family to visit. I hope you find peace in what you’re doing now and what a great way to honor your grandpa’s memory ❤️

[@breakthespice]

"I fear regret more than I fear failure" - this is the true path to finding fulfilment. Success is inevitable if you keep working and learning from your failures. But lost time is lost forever. You are so brave and inspiring! Wish you the very best ❤️

[@Erika2]

Well said! Thank you so much!

[@siul6146]

Not really you shouldn't fear anything since you should act so you don't leave regrets and failure is just a process to success no one can achieve success without failures along the way but no one talks about the failures usually only the achievements and success. That is why having your own job is the best, since working for someone means they own you for that amount of time to do a certain task. In reality we haven't changed from the slave system, it is a system with make up so people can't tell they are just slaves to it.

[@RojoFrijol]

Regret is an awful thing

[@annabizbiz]

I’ve loved you from day 1 but seeing this video just made me love you sooo much more. Thanks for sharing your story and being so authentic and care for the greater goods. You amazing ❤

[@KalpeshPatel-tq5jl]

I love your story Erika and your message. I came from nothing and now I’m a doctor and own assets. A lot of my colleagues work for private companies or work abroad for lots more money. I choose to work in the NHS and serve the community. Be your why and stay human ❤

[@flowerhour9539]

Look what your grandpa did for you. He loved you and believed in you so much that his spirit catapulted you to become the real you! Beautiful.

[@taginefc3189]

That is the same thing I thought... he liberated her before he transitioned.

[@OrganicFreedom]

I felt the same way. 😭

[@chavasophielabarre414]

This resonates with me and my experience in medicine. I went to medical school in my 30's, didn't come from a well off background, and worked extremely hard to become a doctor because I wanted to help people. I graduated during the pandemic, and believe it or not I found myself feeling morally drained and that clear vision of helping people in the way I envisioned became so much murkier. I am not sure what I want to do with my career at this point. I really appreciate you sharing your story, thank you!

[@momentumstocks3493]

I wonder how many people spend years and a ton of debt to get into a profession....only to question what they actually got into. It's sad. But how can you prevent it?

[@johncollado3610]

Hang in there. We need you.

[@chavasophielabarre414]

@@johncollado3610 Thank you!

[@akankshavreddy14296]

Congratulations! And all the best, hang in there!

[@alisonwoodrow6424]

come to the UK & work in the NHS. I am serious. pick an area and ring the local hospital. I don't know what training is involved but they'd be able to tell you....

[@TT-ls1yz]

Thank you Erika😘🤗 Love and hugs. Please don't ever delete this video. I am sending this video to my teenager who needs to know upfront so they can prioritize what is important in life before it gets too late. I salute your courage to create this video🙋👮‍♀️ Wishing you the very best in all your future endeavors 👍🌹❤️

[@Vennelaa]

I'm suree you're grandpa would be sooo proud of you. I'm proud of you, you are soo brave to realize and confront what you want out of life. most people don't do that. You're actually making an impact and helping people thats amazing !! keep going. sending you lots of love.

[@gbcmmm]

Your grandpa would be proud that you learned this lesson and now have a fulfilled life. ❤

[@amunra4015]

Nobody on their death bed ever said "I wish I just could've got in a few more billable hours"

[@a.m.a.484]

Thank you for sharing Erika 🙏😇 It is very brave of you to share your heartbreak of losing your grandfather without being able to say goodbye 💔 And like others are saying on here, perhaps that’s what it took to save your life ❤️‍🩹 God works in mysterious ways ✝️ I know your grandfather is proud of you. You’re a true asset to society. Your videos are sooo informative, helpful and really fun! I love watching them 💖 Now that you’re on your own path and not working for those soul-less monsters anymore, you’re servicing people who actually appreciate you! 🤗 you are a gift 💝 Thank you for educating us with your wisdom, sharing your truth and inspiring others to assess what truly matters in this world 🌎 we love you!!! ❤️❤️

[@djmumma]

Thank-you for sharing. Having worked at a big law firm, I have witnessed the reality. I wasn't a lawyer, but saw and heard how life was. There's always going to be a fear of giving up on all you have worked for and that salary... that said, the possible regret of not trying something else and looking back knowing you never tried, well, that is a whole lot worse! Keep doing what you are doing and great video Erika 🥰

[@kmsnow6292]

“20 years from now you’ll be disappointed by the things you didn’t do than the ones you did do” - Mark Twain.

[@OrganicFreedom]

The quote made me decide to pursue financial freedom.

[@Ayenyint]

I just quit my job. They announced it to my team today too. Feels unbelievable. Freedom. Weight off my shoulders like no other

[@msnzbody3712]

It feels great the first week... Not so much later.

[@fionamuhoro5681]

How are you doing?

[@msnzbody3712]

He is probably bored depressed and hating that he quit.

[@heatherbrown1503]

@@msnzbody3712 bad mindset

[@heatherbrown1503]

@@msnzbody3712 bad mindset

[@angell.9947]

Thanks so much for sharing your story. It reminds me of my experience in law firm life. I, too, came out of law school making six figures at 26 and it was a big accomplishment considering that my parents, who were not college educated, immigrated to this country with three young children and several thousand dollars in their pockets. My moment came in year 4 when a partner came into my office, slammed the door, and proceeded to yell at me, dropping f-bombs because of a mistake I made. I wished I was brave enough to tell him that they didn't pay me enough for him to talk to me that way. But shortly thereafter, I decided firm life was no longer for me and I gave notice without another job lined up. A few days before I was supposed to leave, that partner asked me where I was going and when I said "nowhere," he asked if I would stay longer because it was very busy. I wish I could have captured the look on his face when I said "no."

[@RobotsCanDoAnything]

Jessica, I'm very happy you made this video post. You are right on target and I love the fact that you are seeking to fulfil your passion. Good luck to you and keep up the good work.

[@EmandLloyd]

Originally came across this video earlier in the year when I (Em) was thinking about when I should quit my Big Law job. I found it extremely reassuring to hear you talk about issues like complacency and the pressure of doing what society wants you to do, all of which had been weighing on my mind. But what resonated with me the most was hearing you talk about fearing regret more than fearing failure - when you said that, I think that was the first time I consciously realized that I also felt that way. It helped give me the courage to finally quit my Big Law job to pursue something I'm more passionate about, and now that I'm out, I had to come back and comment to say thank you for sharing your story!!

[@Erika2]

Congratulations Em! I'm so proud of you and I'm sure you won't regret your decision.

[@EmandLloyd]

​@@Erika2 Thanks so much Erika, that means a lot! I'm sure I won't regret my decision either :)

[@jansenintheprovince5282]

Quitting sometimes leads one to a much higher level. Just like when I quit my high paying position in order to take care of my mother who was hospitalized and was put into ICU. Guess what, when she was discharged and has fully recovered we were able to improve our family business and I was able to do multiple side hustles that enabled me to earn more than the job which I left.

[@cocomarineblu993]

How many more hours did you put in to the side hustles?

[@TheFirstRealChewy]

They keyword is "sometimes". There are no guarantees that simply going for it will lead to success. Afterall, there are many unsuccessful businesses. However, if you think you can fly, then there is a possibility that you can, so you owe it to yourself to at least try. If you fail, pat yourself on the back and acknowledge the fact that you got further than most people, because most people aren't willing to try due to the fear of failure.

[@lissetsanchez5316]

Thank you for sharing! ☺

[@alikaacousta3003]

For years I needed this!! Mahalo Nui Erika. I pray blessings over you and your Ohana and everyone else who is watching this video and changing their life today! Keep it coming E!

[@adesign3755]

So proud of you Erica! Your so smart and brave, you have a huge heart and I am so happy for you that things are going so well. Your parents have to be so proud of you too!

[@Naswillshine]

“I fear regret more that failure” wow. I felt this so deeply. That line alone answers how I’ve been feeling about “living my life” without the guilt of not being too accessible and forgetting me.

[@tippytoe1250]

I quit my job 8 years ago. I come to the conclusion that time is very valuable and we don’t have a lot of it. I have friends that has a bit of a superior complex because they went to the traditional route. They went to college and got multiple degrees and work for corporate America. They are so proud about bringing work home that they post about it. Lol! My husband and I went the non traditional route. No college. But I we are so happy with multiple stream of income/ passive income. I get to stay home and raise our kids. My husband only works 20-30 hours a week. We have the freedom of time to go out and enjoy nature and the world. We try to see as many states and country as possible.

[@renatv6552]

May I ask what kind of passive income you have?

[@terenarosa4790]

How do you get money to survive?

[@krystle3822]

Inquiring minds would like to know how

[@Victoria-eo1xp]

Guess we're just gonna be left hanging on what they do 😂

[@Wyattgonzo1]

@@Victoria-eo1xp fr

[@BianicEpicVideos]

Such a beautiful message 🙏🏽 Thank you, bless you and your family...

[@timwillits3795]

Beautiful message given in a kind, loving way. It's a very clear message on the priority of developing and maintaining a good, healthy mindset. Beautifully done. Thankyou!

[@111Econ]

I’m a consultant and I flat out refuse to work beyond my hours without compensation. This or the highway.

[@Love-zh5ow]

I completely agree with you, what is your specialty?

[@praveensg]

@@Love-zh5ow influencer

[@notme-sm6zb]

Wow! This has never been my reality.

[@Love-zh5ow]

@@praveensg what kind of influencer?

[@ah5721]

How do you get people to pay you on time? I want to do a consulting job but I'm not sure were to start

[@amygarza1571]

I am not a lawyer, but a doctor. I see this in my profession all the time, too. Somehow hard work and long hours are truly glamorized, you're totally right. I only took one week off of work when my youngest daughter was born--simply to prove I was as hardworking and tough as the men I worked with. I "quit" shortly after. I now work less than 30 hours a week in my own private practice. Much less pay for MUCH MORE FREEDOM and HAPPINESS! Thanks for this video.

[@Erika2]

Hi Amy, thank you so much for sharing! I'm so sorry to hear this but happy that you have your own practice now - congratulations! It's true. I can't remember if I mentioned it in the video, but I think a lot of the pressure I put on myself was to prove that I was equal to the men.

[@deutercoyg]

Hi Amy! I am interested in pursuing a career in medicine. May I ask what specialty you are in?

[@amygarza1571]

@@deutercoyg I’m board certified in anesthesia, but I now practice lifestyle medicine specializing in hormones and sexual health.

[@mario125ww]

@@amygarza1571 sorry to hijack this convo but I also have a question. I am thinking about med school as well and anesthesia was something of interest. Would you recommend it?

[@anastasia7343]

@@amygarza1571 Really inspiring Amy. How long were you a practicing doctor before you started your own practice?

[@jchowald]

Really incredible story. Same things happened to me when I started my career in NYC. I missed the last chance with my grandfather due to work and I’ll regret it forever. Like you, I learned the lesson early and never let a company own me again. Thank you for sharing.

[@mOy2234]

Love it. Thank you for being vulnerable and sharing your story

[@ajhill5094]

It took me 40 years to realize these things. But, it's better late than never! As a dad, though....your dad is going to be proud of you no matter what you do. When we're young, we worry about what others thinks, but now I'm older and a dad, i don't care what anyone thinks. It really has freed me from so much and allowed me to grow personally and financially.

[@barbfan8739]

Agreed😊

[@manosk1705]

We become “golden handcuffed” is the most useful expression I heard this year. Thank you, Erika, you’re absolutely right.

[@craigraymondmusic]

Sorry for your loss. God bless you, and excellent message! I'll be doing the same step of faith this year, in music.

[@paulneelis]

Thank you for this inspirational story, I am very proud of you and it shows that you have a beautiful soul Erika

[@AMBERMANIYA]

“I fear regret more then I fear failure”💯👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@lifeofanentrepreneur7837]

Facts 💯

[@OsirusIrdia]

Yes

[@theorialogos]

I was working on a project once and a team member of ours commuted in weekly from another city. His young son got really sick and was hospitalized. He asked his boss if he could fly back home and work from home so he could be close to his son... Our boss said to him "Is he really that sick?" and did not allow him to go home... That's when you need to contemplate and start making life changing decisions.

[@raultejada5231]

Good 4 You!!! You will Succeed, stay strong n Soar! 😊

[@marizarimando5933]

So proud of you! I wish i had your guts to do what I needed to do. But I’m working on it. Thanks for being the voice to affirm what I believed in.🙏

[@susanswanson4079]

Whenever I feel guilty about being off from work I tell myself this "No one ever lies on their death bed and says "Gee I wish I worked more!"

[@tonyasanders6927]

Me to!

[@ivanmontero9477]

Thank you for this

[@kiwi123467]

My wife would she's a workaholic lol

[@ebonysharee]

lol right

[@thetruthsayer8347]

@@tonyasanders6927 to where?

[@camilleorfao]

Your grandpa would be so proud! You're inspiring people like me to quit our jobs and satisfy that hunger to use our skills and knowledge to support others and their dreams. 💛

[@PetrichorPlays]

Umm she could’ve actually quit and not been a baby and seen her grandpa Sooooooo

[@trinitywright7122]

He'd be proud that she didn't say no to her boss so that she could come spend the last hours of his life with him? No I don't think so in fact I think that this young woman is terrible and has terrible morals and that her misplaced loyalty to her job instead of her dying relative is one of the worst things I've ever heard

[@MrMoon-bu2xi]

@@trinitywright7122 her grandfather would be super proud of her accomplishments, because if he can see her right now, she is what every parent would like to see in there children. She is smart, strong and overall very self centered in what she needs to donin her life. If i was her father i would applaud her all the way, and tell her she did an amazing job. You became better than me and that what it is all anout being better thAn your parents not like your parents. “Everything has a sacrifice in life for you to be able to conquer what the future holds for you.” Fear is your biggest enemy, if she would have stopped and turned the other way she would have seen her grandfather and lost her opportunity of a lifetime and her grandfather still would have passed away. I believe her grandfather would be really lroud of her. Im proud of her, and i dint even know her 🤷🏻‍♂️.

[@jeskabrodbeck6341]

Grace. We all get to give ourselves grace. There are learning moments in life where we do something that we realize afterward didn’t work. This is how we grow. Thank you Erika for the courage you had in sharing your story with us. 💕

[@samanthanoellesmith]

Love this story. The insane thing about what your boss said to you is that what they pay you is pittance compared to what they make off of you. The markup on hours for lawyers and accountants at these big firms is gross. If you haven’t found already, I can guarantee by stepping out on your own you’ll make more than you ever did working for someone.

[@samanthanoellesmith]

I commented a couple minutes before the end. But, yup, you massively surpassed what you were doing before. Wishing you the most success.

[@TippiTub]

Thanks Erika, wonderfully put .

[@nathanming8524]

You came up on my “Recommended” youtube search, I watched this video, and tears began to fall watching your video. I am not smart like you , but I understand coming from nothing and I’m still there, but I have hope that as I study and learn from you as well as others... I will make it. Thank you for sharing your “Why” to me💪🏾☝🏾👏🏾🙏🏾

[@Erika2]

I wanted to thank you for your comment. This made my day to read and I'm so happy that you could relate. I'm wishing you the very best in everything you do!

[@moleculardrugs]

Wow, just wow. I’m so happy I clicked this video. I feel like I needed to hear this at this point in my life

[@Erika2]

I'm so happy to hear that! Thank you for taking the time to watch.

[@TheJoshuaFrey]

I appreciated this video! It was great to hear your story. It's amazing what happens when a person aligns themselves with their "why"!

[@Fadeproof1974]

Great for you, Erika! Just found your channel. Awesome testimony!

[@camrendavis4268]

"Two things that reveals alot about someone, Their patience when they have nothing and their attitude when they have everything."

[@OrganicFreedom]

So deep and true. Who said that?

[@camrendavis4268]

@@OrganicFreedom wasnt something I came up with, it's a quote I read one day when noticed a calendar in a house I was putting a hardwood floor in and that saying stuck with me all these years after

[@camrendavis4268]

As a young gambler I related with this quote and applied it to my life often lol.

[@OrganicFreedom]

@@camrendavis4268 Thank you for sharing, Camren.

[@OrganicFreedom]

@@camrendavis4268 I didn’t expect that gambling part 😂

[@MelissaFreeman]

I know this video is a bit older but I am very sorry to hear this about your grandpa. I was once unable to take my kids to their great grandpa’s funeral because I was not allowed to leave work. I only made $15 an hour at that job but I had 3 kids to provide for 😞 I wish I could have left at that moment

[@bobmcdonald6245]

This is an important offering. You traded an impressive paycheck for a life of purpose and meaning. I think that your grandfather would be proud that you have the courage to live your values. Thanks for your inspiring message.

[@user-of9pc9nr6t]

You are doing a great job. Thank you for all the help you provide.

[@emmadiponio4947]

Your story is close to my heart. I lost my grandpa, too, under the same circumstances in medical residency. I carry that regret that I prioritized other patients dying over my own grandfather. It’s a pain of medicine that most people will never understand about doctors. We sacrifice for others, but need to know when to prioritize ourselves, so that we can continue to outpour our souls in our work.

[@user-wi8vs4de9y]

From being unemployed to actually deciding not to take a 9-5 job, it has been more than a year now, I have never learnt so fast in life, the motivation is real. my body has never felt better

[@volarex5311]

If you don't mind sir, what are you doing now?

[@GomiBombs]

@@volarex5311 hes homeless. jk

[@thenycfamily8431]

Lmao

[@user-wi8vs4de9y]

I am now trading futures and stocks at home, at the same time, I am also a freelance PR consultant for different companies.

[@theq1621]

@@user-wi8vs4de9y what's trading futures?

[@edwardsantos9517]

Absolutely amazing. You actually took that step of faith that most will never take. Yes, you're right, it's the fear of what people will say or think of us that prevents us from reaching our true potential. I applaud you. You are serving others instead of yourself. I feel very encouraged and motivated. Thank you

[@programadorimpostor]

Thanks for sharing your story. It is very motivational but I'm really sorry that you missed saying goodbye to your grandpa. But I'm sure he would be so proud of you now. I've wanted to start my own thing for a long time and it's fear and golden handcuffs in between my dreams. This was a little push, thank you 🎉

[@aniketjaiswal3876]

That's why money is temporary, time is permanent. Young people should follow their dream, Money will follow them.

[@user-bo1wx3qw2r]

Time is also temporary...

[@phylisiadaley5995]

How is time permanent?

[@Anto-xh5vn]

Like hell XD 🥴

[@damionsmith8097]

@@phylisiadaley5995 maybe he’s immortal?

[@damionsmith8097]

Idk what my dream is anymore I feel lost