Welcome to the Inspiring Women Series! My intention behind this series is for women of all backgrounds and stages of life to share what makes them love their life. My hope is that, through sharing this, you become inspired to live more of a life that you love. If you are interested in being featured in this series please send me an inquiry at danielle@danielleyeager.com and I will send you more information. I am incredibly excited about this series because I see so many women floating through life not feeling engaged, happy, or loving life. I want everyone to love the life they are living and live to the fullest!

The inspiring woman being featured this month is the AMAZING Marrissa Nicole, here is her story:

Tell us how you are living a life you love? 

I run my TWO of my own businesses—web design and online business management. I help others, get to do different tasks/projects every day (I love variety), I set my own hours and I can work from anywhere. I live in a city I love – San Diego, CA. I live in a comfortable apartment, where I get to see the sunset every day! I live in a central location, I can walk anywhere: bars, restaurants, grocery stores, drug store, gym, breweries, park, etc.

What hurdles came up on your way to getting there?

Negative self-talk, fearing not making enough money, letting go of “job security” to get fully dedicated to my business, an emotionally abusive relationship, fear of unknown, self-sabotage.

What has been the biggest help in living a life you love?

Be compassionate with yourself. Don’t let other people dictate your feelings and the way you live your life. Don’t let other peoples’ judgements of you dictate the way you function in day-to-day practices. Follow your intuition and everything else falls into place.

What is the best lesson you have learned along your journey?

Be true to yourself and follow your dreams.

What would you say to someone who feels like living a life they love is impossible?

I empathize. I understand. I remember that hopeless, nervous feeling like everything I wanted was really just a dream, a hopeless, out-of-reach dream that I would never get. Big time – just breathe. It’s going to be okay and you’re going to get what you want if you work towards it. Baby steps count. Every time a little thing happens or you take a step in the right direction, celebrate. Enjoy it. Breathe it in. Because that’s your dream happening.

How are you continuing to ensure you love your life every day?

Breathing deeply and always remembering to slow down and take a deep breath. 🙂

Marrissa Nicole is not your typical ginger-haired babe residing in San Diego, CA. that loves craft beer, gaming and surf & sun. She’s a motivated & go-getting entrepreneur who LOVES helping others create, implement, organize (insert deep breath here) and totally dominate their own specific corner of the online marketplace to profit. She’s obsessed with efficiency–and loves helping her clients ease the work & life balance while still managing to profit.

marrissanicole.com

I hope you enjoyed Marrissa’s story of following her passion, self belief, and having support. Did you gain any insights from her story? If so, please share them in the comments and if you are looking to connect with other women going after their dreams join Marrissa and I in the free facebook group Your Life. Your Way. 

Much love, Danielle