I Built a Life of Freedom — So Why Does It Feel Like a Dead End?

Rethinking success, fulfillment, and what comes next

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I’ve been dragging lately, and it doesn’t feel great. I’m not exactly sure where my path leads — or if I’m even on a path. The truth is, the work I do is a dead end, and I know it. But it’s comfortable, and it provides the freedom I crave. I work independently, providing business development and consulting services. I don’t have many clients, and I’m not looking to expand. The clients I do have, respect and appreciate me, but there’s no growth with them. It just is what it is. And I guess that’s okay.

But then I question, — what is this “dead end” I’m talking about? Is there a destination I’m supposed to be headed toward? And if there was, how would it feel?

I mean, I’ve been there before — strict goals, a clear path laid out. But no matter how much we stay strong, stay disciplined, adhere to the path… it doesn’t lead to joy. Maybe some…