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Month: December 2025

Coach Freedom and Friends

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 MY FAMILY DESERVES MY TRUTH, NOT MY “SHOULDS”.

 02/12/2025 02/12/2025
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    |   Mentor Ben Drake Mentor Ben Drake
    |   7:00 pm 7:00 pm

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 MY FAMILY DESERVES MY TRUTH, NOT MY "SHOULDS".

For a long time, I let the world dictate what kind of parent and provider I was supposed to be. As a disabled entrepreneur managing chronic conditions, the list of "shoulds" was endless.
"You should be resting, not working."
"You should get a 'safe' job."
"You should lower your expectations."
But listening to those voices didn't serve me, and it definitely didn't serve my family. It just kept me small. That is why this quote by Stephanie Boisvert-Zack hit home today:
> "I'm leaving behind everyone else's ideas of what I "should" be, or how I "should" live my life. Instead, I'm following my own footsteps on the pathway of my soul. Along that pathway is the intuition I never trusted, the purpose I always shunned, and the passion I greatly feared."
>
Family is the reason I chose the network marketing path. 🏡❤️
I stepped off the traditional road because I needed a way to build a legacy for my kids while respecting my body's limits. I realized that following "my own footsteps" meant embracing the flexibility of direct sales so I could be a present Dadpreneur.
If I listened to what I "should" do, I wouldn't be here building a future for them.
To my fellow parents, Mumpreneurs, and families navigating life with chronic illness or disability:
Your children don't need a parent who fits a perfect mold. They need a parent who trusts their intuition and follows their passion, even when it’s scary. 🦁
Show them that disabled people can build empires.
Show them that healthy individuals embrace their purpose.
Show them that walking your own path is the greatest gift you can give them.
Our intuition is usually right. It tells us we can provide MORE by doing it OUR way.
👇 Let’s chat below: How does following your own path help your family? Are you breaking a cycle for your kids? Let me know! 💬

A Note From Ben:

​My goal is to help you build a life of health and freedom. This blog is supported by two resources I personally use and trust to achieve that mission:

  • ​My ASEA Business: Supporting my family's wellness from the inside out.

  • ​"Success in 10 Steps": The framework I use for building a successful business from home.

​You can learn more about ASEA here and "Success in 10 Steps" ebook here.

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🛑 FEAR STOPS YOU. COURAGE MOVES YOU. 🚀

 02/12/2025 02/12/2025
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    |   Mentor Ben Drake Mentor Ben Drake
    |   4:00 pm 4:00 pm

🛑 FEAR STOPS YOU. COURAGE MOVES YOU. 🚀

I know what fear looks like. It isn't just about someone saying "no" to your opportunity.
For people like us—disabled entrepreneurs, parents, and those managing chronic conditions—fear hits differently. It’s that voice at 3 AM asking, "Can I really build this legacy when I’m in pain?" or "Am I doing enough for my kids?" 🤕💭
It is easy to let the fear of a flare-up or the chaos of being a stay-at-home dad freeze you in your tracks. Fear whispers that you have to be a "perfectly healthy individual" to succeed in business.
But here is the truth: "Fear is what stops you... courage is what keeps you going." 💪
Courage isn't about having zero pain or zero doubts.
🦁 Courage is sending that message even when you’re tired.
🦁 Courage is showing up for your team from your bed because your legs aren't working today.
🦁 Courage is building a direct sales empire in the pockets of time between school runs and doctor appointments.
Whether you are a Dadpreneur balancing the budget, a Mumpreneur juggling toddlers, or a network marketer fighting invisible battles—your resilience is your superpower. 🦸‍♂️🦸‍♀️
In MLM and this industry, we don't just build income; we build freedom. Don't let fear steal the dream you are working so hard to create for your family.
Keep going. You are capable of more than you think. ✨
👇 DROP A 🔥 IN THE COMMENTS if you are choosing COURAGE over fear today! Let's lift each other up.

A Note From Ben:

​My goal is to help you build a life of health and freedom. This blog is supported by two resources I personally use and trust to achieve that mission:

  • ​My ASEA Business: Supporting my family's wellness from the inside out.

  • ​"Success in 10 Steps": The framework I use for building a successful business from home.

​You can learn more about ASEA here and "Success in 10 Steps" ebook here.

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🌟 My Limitations Became My Greatest Strength 🌟

 02/12/2025 02/12/2025
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    |   Mentor Ben Drake Mentor Ben Drake
    |   11:00 am 11:00 am

🌟 My Limitations Became My Greatest Strength 🌟

Living with a chronic condition, I thought the "entrepreneurial dream" wasn't for me. I was wrong.

My health challenges forced me to find a smarter way to build a life, not a harder way. I needed flexibility, a supportive community, and a mission I believed in.
That's when I found this. ❤️😀👪
We're focused on helping families live better lives through powerful education and real teamwork. Our personal development program isn't just about business; it's about owning your life, no matter your circumstances. It has helped thousands, and it changed everything for me.

Whether you're a parent juggling it all, an entrepreneur feeling burnt out, or someone living with health challenges (I see you, spoonies 🥄), this is for you.

This is accessible entrepreneurship. This is designing a life that works for you.

Would it be okay if you joined us for the calls this week to see how?

💬 Comment "INFO" below or send me a DM saying "Personal Development" and I'll get you all the details!

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A Note From Ben:

​My goal is to help you build a life of health and freedom. This blog is supported by two resources I personally use and trust to achieve that mission:

  • ​My ASEA Business: Supporting my family's wellness from the inside out.

  • ​"Success in 10 Steps": The framework I use for building a successful business from home.

​You can learn more about ASEA here and "Success in 10 Steps" ebook here.

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2026: The Real Hustle

 01/12/2025 01/12/2025
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    |   Mentor Ben Drake Mentor Ben Drake
    |   11:25 pm 11:25 pm

2026: The Real Hustle 🔋📱
I was recently asked: "I am just curious, what are YOU working on this year 2026?"
As a disabled network marketer managing chronic conditions, my answer isn't just about sales targets. 🛑
This year is about Integration.
It’s about proving I can be a successful dadpreneur and build a legacy without sacrificing my health. It’s about working smart (sometimes from bed 🛌) so I can show up fully for my family.
Whether you are a healthy individual chasing a marathon or a spoonie chasing stability, we all have something driving us.
👇 I want to know about YOU! 👇
What are YOU working on this year?
Drop one word or emoji in the comments that describes your 2026 focus! 💬✨

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A Note From Ben:

​My goal is to help you build a life of health and freedom. This blog is supported by two resources I personally use and trust to achieve that mission:

  • ​My ASEA Business: Supporting my family's wellness from the inside out.

  • ​"Success in 10 Steps": The framework I use for building a successful business from home.

​You can learn more about ASEA here and "Success in 10 Steps" ebook here.

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⏳ It’s Not Just “Time”—It’s “Energy”

 01/12/2025 01/12/2025
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    |   Mentor Ben Drake Mentor Ben Drake
    |   7:00 pm 7:00 pm

⏳ It's Not Just "Time"—It's "Energy"

We’ve all heard it: "Every dad wants to spend more time with his family." ❤️

Most are stuck in the 9-to-5 grind, coming home exhausted, and only seeing their family for a short, tired window each day.

But as a father living with chronic conditions and disability, I felt this on a much deeper level.

It wasn't just that I was "at work." It was that even when I was home, I had nothing left to give. 💔

My pain levels were high, my energy was gone. I was physically present, but I wasn't mentally present. I was the dad on the couch, watching, instead of the dad on the floor, playing.

My family deserves more than that. I knew I had to find a different way.

I needed a path that allowed me to build a future for them, but not at the expense of my present (or my health).

I found that path in network marketing. 💻
This isn't just a "job" for me. It's the vehicle that lets me:
* Work around my body: I work when I feel good. I rest during a flare-up. No boss to ask for permission.
* Be a present parent: I have the energy for my family because my work schedule respects my body's limits.
* Build a legacy: I'm creating freedom on my terms, not the terms a rigid 9-to-5 demands.

To all the #Dadpreneurs, #Mompreneurs, and especially my fellow #DisabledEntrepreneurs and #ChronicWarriors:

You don't have to choose between providing for your family and taking care of your health. You can have both.

Some of us found a way. You can, too. ✨
Are you a parent who's tired of being "present but not present"? Drop a "ME TOO" in the comments, and let's chat about how to change that. 👇

A Note From Ben:

​My goal is to help you build a life of health and freedom. This blog is supported by two resources I personally use and trust to achieve that mission:

  • ​My ASEA Business: Supporting my family's wellness from the inside out.

  • ​"Success in 10 Steps": The framework I use for building a successful business from home.

​You can learn more about ASEA here and "Success in 10 Steps" ebook here.

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