7 Things I Had to Stop Doing to Move Forward

Sometimes the Fastest Way Forward Is to Let Go

We often talk about what to do to create freedom, build income, and design a better life, but rarely about what to stop doing.

When I started my journey from career stress and uncertainty to creating an online business that gave me control over my time, income, and future, I realized it wasn’t just about learning new skills. It was about unlearning old habits that were holding me back.

So here are 7 things I had to stop doing to truly move forward. And if you’re stuck in the grind, chances are these may be holding you back too.



Why Paying Off Debt Matters More Than Ever in 2026

When was the last time you looked at your debt, not just as a number, but as a weight you’re carrying into your future?

Back when I was stuck in the cycle of paycheck-to-paycheck living (cheque in the UK!), debt felt like background noise. 

Something to manage, not something to conquer. 

But as the world shifted, costs rising, job security evaporating, and digital opportunities exploding, I realized: debt isn’t just a financial burden. It’s a barrier to every dream you’ve quietly put on hold.



As the New Year Begins, Take a Breath

As the previous year winds down and a new year begins, things get a little quieter.

The inbox slows.

The calendar opens up.

And for a brief moment, there’s space to think.

Not about goals yet.

Not about resolutions.

But about direction.

If you’re anything like the people I speak to every week, part of you is excited about 2026… and part of you is quietly asking: