Most people might say that wishing to be a millionaire at twenty might not sound right.
Some may say we are...
1. Too greedy pertaining on their thoughts to shop 'til they drop;
2. Too idealistic pertaining to this bubble of a usual fresh-out-of-college kid have when they finally got the go signal to make the world as their oyster;
3. Too lucky if they achieve such goal because they don't even have bills to pay yet -- no rent to think about, no utilities expense because they're still practically living with their parents and probably might get discouraged to work harder the next time because they stumbled upon such opportunity so easily;
4. Too hard to reach pertaining to the simultaneously non-stop quivering questions:
Where and how will you get your first or first few millions at twenty?
And given that there's a way to earn that amount, can and will this twenty-year-old be able to handle all the pressure and stress that entail with such prestige?
This may be too much inspiration extracted from watching The Apprentice Asia and hearing Jonathan Yabut speak--but I am one of the few twenty-year-olds that will withstand and declare these three points:
1. Earning a million or two at the age of twenty is possible;
2. Not all fresh graduates face a responsibility-free/carefree life;
3. And with the right attitude and perspective, yes we can handle the pressure and stress --might get emotional sometimes, but you can never question a youth's fighting spirit especially when they are fighting for a reason so dear to them.
Here's my side of the story:
I graduated from DLSU, but that doesn't mean I came from an extremely well-off family. I got my diplomat at twenty years old, which was just a few months ago. Surely, it was fun and humbling to carry the pride of being a La Sallian; but for reality to smack you at the face saying it's time to use that tool and privilege to help your family is a big responsibility to take.
I want to be a millionaire at twenty to experience that exhilarating sigh of relief that every month, all our bills are covered. My mom wouldn't have to worry where to get, just in case the clinic is not doing well or if the allowance from my dad will be delayed for a few days or if he's out of the country, weeks. I want to treat my family to dinner whenever and wherever they want. I want to receive a call from my parents telling me that there's a huge expense they're not expecting to have, and arrive at that priceless moment when I'll assure them not to worry because I got it all covered. I want to treat them for a family trip abroad we've been longing to have. I want to have a bonding session with my mom and be able to shop for her; or as simple as treating my dad for coffee or a hearty breakfast and just sit there with him while reading our own newspapers. I want to give decent gifts to my family where I'll see their wide-eyed shocked expression when they realize my gifts to them are those they've been wanting to have but can't. I want to ensure that I will be able to assist my parents on giving my brother not just the best education, but the best environment and culture there is. I want to provide my own needs as well, take a step closer to the image of my ideal and just be comfortable on my own skin without worrying what others might say about me, because by that time, I'll most probably feel secured, independent, strong-willed and someone that had proved she can handle herself. I want to experience the finer things in life, not alone but with my family, friends and colleagues so dear to me. I want to look back and have a smile on my face realizing that all the hard work and struggles were worth it, that I wouldn't take the path I'm in any other way.
I want to be a sophisticated and independent young lady that is able to enjoy life because she worked hard for it, to not be a hot mess but be a beautiful twisted sunshine, to be a daughter that my parents can be proud of, to be a sister that my brother will always look up and seek advice to, to be trusted by my manager that I will perform by hook or by crook, to be known as a hard and smart worker by her colleagues which they may see as an inspiration, to be known as a person who didn't celebrate her own feat alone but still surrounded herself by loving family, friend and colleagues. I want to be that sophisticated lady whom everyone would say she deserves wherever she is and whatever she has now.
I have decided to put these thoughts here in my blog to serve as an inspiration and motivation to work harder and smarter. Right now, my status in the job that I have now is really not good. I am being depressed, getting frustrated and on the verge of giving up because I can't perform even some of the most basic requirements. But at the end of the day, I always question myself if I could have seized the day more, if I could have done better in all aspects, and if I could have gotten more quality and qualified clients. What baffles me is my always answer is yes. I know I am capable; I know I can find a way despite the variance of support even on the farthest of my network; but why do I always allow the day to eat me alive and choke such talents and abilities that I have? Time isn't on my side now, and I can probably lose my job next month if I continue to work like this.
This blog post is a simple way to fuel myself fully again, especially now that I have been running out of wisdom and will to fight.
This blog post will always remind me of why am I here even if almost everything isn't going my way.
This blog post will always remind me of who I want to be and what future do I want -- not just for me but for my family as well.
On a lighter note, I am blessed that God prepared me for this. He had given me parents that taught me how to deal difficult times on my own. He had given me obstacles before that taught me how to be strong and resilient. He had given me enough wisdom to help myself carry on. He had given me this level of maturity at such a young age, because He knows I believe I am destined for greatness. And knowing how blessed I am no matter how difficult the instances are now, I know I will survive and I will make it.
My vision of a 2014 version of Vrig is something like this:
Simple but elegant, classy and with subtance.
TRANSLATION NO. 1: If you didn't reach the stars, at least you fell in the roof!
TRANSLATION NO. 2: Libre mangarap! Teehee. :)
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