The American “Dream”
It’s simply no longer exists in American terms of what it means. Okay let’s just face it, the American Dream once existed long ago back in the days of war when the men (head of the household) would go out and work as the the wife stayed at home with the white fence and little puppy taking care of the kids. It just made sense or at least that’s what people would like the think. See but now it’s a house full of generational family members trying to get it together. Elders might say (or think) you’re 25 year old son or daughter is still living with you? But I like to say let’s face it. Times have changed and living in the city is NOT catered to your “average joe” I myself is one of them. They have might be thinking. “Well why don’t they just move somewhere else that’s less expensive, some place they can afford.” ... hmm and you know I’d have to ask you “if the sun decided to alternate its shift with the moon would you then just move to the place where it accommodates you?” I know kinda weird analogy. But my point is, most people are looking for a solution not an exit plan. If things were to shift in the same way it did in the city they grew up in “what do you tell them then?”. So moving forward it hasn’t been easy living as a millennial in a time where cooperate America has taken a shift. Things aren’t the same as they used to be and people are now creating there own businesses side hustles getting the Benefits and let’s not forget responsibility. It can be brutal out here. But to be honest it goes to show how many are committed to creating a better life “finding a new way”. One that doesn’t enslave them to a company for many year to retire at 70. In no way am I saying that 9-5s are just completely out the window. I’m saying that people want and are experiencing life beyond that. Don’t be ashamed to be that 25 year old living in your parents basement because you chose to save up money to create your own wealth and not be limited to “a” job. At the end of the day regardless of what route you choose to take they both require some level of commitment, TIME, and effort. I’m not here to bash one over the other so let me make that clear. To be honest people might look at you like your insane and they’ve got it all figured out. Some may judge you wondering “Will this child ever get a job?” But the truth is if they were honest with themselves they’d be able to see destiny in your decision. We can’t live by what people define as “The American Dream” because it simply looks different for everyone and every error. When you realize it’s not about the big house, white fence, puppy (for some), and kids. Rather it’s about the adventure in trying something new in risk or blessing in receiving or loosing. None of it really matter aside from aspiring to live life to the FULLEST.
i don’t say this to support people with no vision. That’s something that you have to have to see things through. Take me for instants. I came home from college at the age 20. I didn’t find a job right away and started trying to pursue other skills. When I did hold down a job I always felt excited at first but after 30 days, I was ready to quit. my longest way stable job was for about 6 months. I found myself quitting every job not only because it became boring, but because I only worked there to survive. There was no real passion. I was blessed enough to have parents that didn’t require me to pay any rent so I didn’t have to worry much about major bills. Some would see more of a curse than a blessing. Part of me would agree. At some point though, I needed to figure out how I was going to live this Entrepreneurial lifestyle (creating wealth) that I so believed I was made for.
one major point I’m learning now, is not to chase the American dream. Instead, I’m chasing after the kingdom dream/life and trusting that everything else will be added. As long as I’m after God I know he will provide. Starting this blog is now my first step. Follow me as things unfold.
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*picture of a college dorm set up