Burn, Baby, Burn. Let that Dumpster Fire Go.

Walking away from chaos, not stepping into it is often the best course of action. I’ve learned that several times over.  Losing my dad was more than just a financial blow–it was an identity crisis. My whole life had revolved around building his company and making him proud. Then, overnight, my income disappeared, and I faced the harsh reality: no life insurance, no succession plan. 

The loss reshaped my family too. My dad was the glue holding the paternal side together. After he passed, the family dynamic shifted and it felt like I was being left out of a new family ecosystem.

Caught in a scarcity mindset and poor personal boundaries, I got sucked into endless legal meetings — sometimes arguing over reimbursement of items you could find at a local drug store. 

If I could do it again, I would walk away from all of it. My dad struggled with his demons and life challenges. Managing that turmoil was never my job, either in life or death. I’d toss the match behind me and run—fast.