Supporting yourself is a life-hack.
It provides solace when there is none. Motivation when feeling defeated. And maintains personal values in the face of challenge.
It is self love with self control.
This creates and hones intent.
Intent is self directed behavior. Choosing to act with consistency. Showing up because of a dream that's become a strategic plan.
It is living with purpose.
This provides hope.
Hope is a feeling in the chest. It's every dream. The why behind living through terrible things.
It is being alive.
Some start with hope.
Some start with intent.
And some start by supporting themselves.
All 3 intersect in abundance.