“I Should Be Further Along…”
Maybe you invested in a business that didn’t take off.
Maybe you lost a job and drained your savings trying to stay afloat.
Maybe you made some financial mistakes that you now regret.
Now, you feel behind—watching others thrive while you struggle to pick up the pieces. You wonder, “Shouldn’t I be further along by now?”
If this sounds familiar, take a deep breath. You are not alone, and you are not a failure.
Life doesn’t always go as planned. Financial setbacks happen—to even the smartest, most hardworking people. But here’s the truth: your past does not define your future.
We live in a time where success is displayed like a highlight reel on social media. A quick scroll on Instagram, TikTok, or LinkedIn shows people winning—buying homes, investing in real estate, starting businesses, traveling, or retiring early.
It’s easy to feel like you’re falling behind.
But here’s what you don’t see: the struggles, sacrifices, and setbacks behind the scenes.
- The entrepreneur showcasing their new business may have failed in three ventures before this one.
- The person who just bought a house may be drowning in mortgage payments.
- The flashy lifestyle influencer might be surviving on debt.
Social media doesn’t show the full story. It creates a false sense of urgency—making you feel like you should have it all figured out now. But wealth-building isn’t a race. Your timeline is your own.
Instead of comparing yourself to others, compare yourself to who you were yesterday. The goal isn’t to keep up—it’s to move forward, at your own pace, with wisdom and strategy.
Have the courage to begin again;
There’s a stigma around starting over as if rebuilding means you’ve failed. But what if we reframed it? Starting over doesn’t mean failure—it means growth. It means you’ve learned, adapted, and are choosing to rise again.
Maybe your business collapsed. Maybe you made poor investment choices. Maybe you trusted the wrong people with your money. It’s painful, but it’s not the end of your story. Every financial misstep is an opportunity to learn, adjust, and build back wiser.
Starting over financially requires courage, resilience, and a willingness to shift your mindset. It’s about recognizing that the past is a lesson, not a life sentence.
Start by
- Forgiving Yourself
Financial missteps don’t define your worth. Beating yourself up won’t change the past—but taking action will change your future. - Assessing Where You Are
Take an honest look at your finances. How much do you owe? What’s your income? What habits led to your current situation? Understanding your reality is the first step to improving it. - Start Small, But Start Now
You don’t need a huge windfall to begin rebuilding. Even saving Ksh 100 at a time or clearing small debts consistently makes a difference. Progress is progress. - Create a Game Plan
A fresh financial start requires a strategy. That’s where I come in. Together, we can create a personalized wealth plan to help you rebuild—stronger and smarter. - Surround Yourself with Support
You don’t have to figure this out alone. Whether it’s a mentor, community, or a wealth advisor (hi, that’s me!), having the right guidance makes all the difference.
Lastly,
No matter where you are today, your financial future is still in your hands. You have the power to turn things around. But you don’t have to do it alone.
Ready to rebuild your wealth with confidence? Book a wealth advisory session today.
Your comeback story starts now. Let’s make it a great one.