Hi there! Happy to have found your channel. I’m in a somewhat similar situation. I’m an attorney with a small solo practice, but a contract I had ended last summer, which reduced my income by over 50%. The second half of 2024 was definitely humbling and challenging. However, it allowed me the time to put things back in proper perspective, God, family, then work. At this age, and especially where I live, large firms really aren’t hiring people my age, and the truth is I’m not even interested in working for a large firm, working 80 hours a week, and having little time for anything else. Been there done that, so the past 6 months has really been a blessing. Financially hard, but I got to spend lots of time with my grandchildren and refocus on my relationship with God. Now I am focusing on rebuilding my business and finding other sources of income. I recently started posting on my UA-cam channel again, which for a long time was my happy place, but I definitely fell down the rabbit hole of overconsumption. This time around I’m definitely going to be more intentional about avoiding that trap and 100% agree with you about using what I have. I will definitely be joining the panning community this time around. I’m excited to join you on your journey, and hopefully we can support each other’s journey. Wishing you the best! Count me in. I have subscribed.
@@WonderfullyMade thanks for sharing what you’ve been through. Changes in work definitely provide the opportunity to learn a lot of lessons. I’m glad to hear you were able to refocus on what matters most to you. Here’s to both of us enjoying this creative outlet, and I’m ready to support you as a creator ❤️
Hello..I just found ur channel..thankyou!! Im gonna be 60 and have quite a damn story myself..lol...I've worked in food n beverage my entire life..mom had massive stroke..quit 11 yr job to take care of her..took mua classes..spent more money than I 3ver wanna admit on makeup n am starting a channel in few days..I just wanted to say to you I so loved ur honesty n just the raw real content! No judging here on ur collection as I have over 150 pallettes..lol..thankyou I was struggling on my do i?? Do I not??..etc..im stuck at home 24..7..as my mom can't remember if I'm here or not..just wanted you to know this video was so appreciated n now I'm gonna watch n share the rest! Happy new year! Wishing you the most success!!
Hi Shannon, my company is doing massive layoffs right now and as a 54 year old woman it does not look promising in the market. I’m older than you, but I have a slightly bigger following, I’d be happy to collaborate with you on some makeup/beauty/lifestyle topic and help you to hopefully get to 1K and get monetized. My name is Mona! ❤
@@AboutFaceWithMonaBagot you are so sweet to offer your support, Mona. We should definitely connect and do something! My whole family is from south Louisiana, btw. Small world ❤️
If you want me to share my journey for my 2nd resolution or you have tips to help me succeed, please share in the comments. Thanks!
This community is about so much more than just the latest beauty product. It’s about having a place for women to uplift women. ❤
So true
Good for you!
I’m staying with you Shannon. Very excited to be on this journey with you; doing the same myself. You are a strong and resourceful woman ❤
@@evie7738 you are so sweet. Thank you! Good luck on your efforts. We just have to stay focused.
Hi there! Happy to have found your channel. I’m in a somewhat similar situation. I’m an attorney with a small solo practice, but a contract I had ended last summer, which reduced my income by over 50%. The second half of 2024 was definitely humbling and challenging. However, it allowed me the time to put things back in proper perspective, God, family, then work. At this age, and especially where I live, large firms really aren’t hiring people my age, and the truth is I’m not even interested in working for a large firm, working 80 hours a week, and having little time for anything else. Been there done that, so the past 6 months has really been a blessing. Financially hard, but I got to spend lots of time with my grandchildren and refocus on my relationship with God. Now I am focusing on rebuilding my business and finding other sources of income. I recently started posting on my UA-cam channel again, which for a long time was my happy place, but I definitely fell down the rabbit hole of overconsumption. This time around I’m definitely going to be more intentional about avoiding that trap and 100% agree with you about using what I have. I will definitely be joining the panning community this time around. I’m excited to join you on your journey, and hopefully we can support each other’s journey. Wishing you the best! Count me in. I have subscribed.
@@WonderfullyMade thanks for sharing what you’ve been through. Changes in work definitely provide the opportunity to learn a lot of lessons. I’m glad to hear you were able to refocus on what matters most to you. Here’s to both of us enjoying this creative outlet, and I’m ready to support you as a creator ❤️
Hello..I just found ur channel..thankyou!! Im gonna be 60 and have quite a damn story myself..lol...I've worked in food n beverage my entire life..mom had massive stroke..quit 11 yr job to take care of her..took mua classes..spent more money than I 3ver wanna admit on makeup n am starting a channel in few days..I just wanted to say to you I so loved ur honesty n just the raw real content! No judging here on ur collection as I have over 150 pallettes..lol..thankyou I was struggling on my do i?? Do I not??..etc..im stuck at home 24..7..as my mom can't remember if I'm here or not..just wanted you to know this video was so appreciated n now I'm gonna watch n share the rest! Happy new year! Wishing you the most success!!
Thank you so much for the encouragement - it means more than you know. And good luck on your channel!
I’m in!
Hi Shannon, my company is doing massive layoffs right now and as a 54 year old woman it does not look promising in the market. I’m older than you, but I have a slightly bigger following, I’d be happy to collaborate with you on some makeup/beauty/lifestyle topic and help you to hopefully get to 1K and get monetized. My name is Mona! ❤
@@AboutFaceWithMonaBagot you are so sweet to offer your support, Mona. We should definitely connect and do something! My whole family is from south Louisiana, btw. Small world ❤️