Mentor Ben Drake • Coach Freedom and Friends

My Mission: More Family Time, Even with Chronic Illness! 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

Every dad wants more family time. As a father + chronic illness warrior, I really feel that. The guilt of short daily glimpses, the longing to be present – it's real.
Traditional work hours just don't fit my health or my family's needs. But here's the good news: Some dads (and parents!) have found a way to be home more often. And I'm building that reality!
It's not less work, it's SMARTER work. As an entrepreneur/network marketer, I'm creating:
* Flexible schedules for family.
* Leveraged time, even with energy limits.
* A future where my presence isn't a luxury.
This is about time freedom, not just financial. If you're a parent dreaming of more precious family moments, know there's a different way!
Dad (or parent!) dreaming of more home time? What's your vision? DM me "FAMILY TIME" to chat! 👇

About the Author and Our Supporters

Author: Benjamin "Ben" Mathew Drake of Coach Freedom and Friends

Supported By:

Mentor Ben Drake: Get your free eBook, Success in 10 Steps, written by Linda and Michael Dlouhy for the Mentoring for Free system.

Ben's Customer: Discover fantastic health and wellness products to help you achieve your health goals.

World Help Organisation Team: A dedicated team of mentors helping families live better lives.

A Brand New You: Helping families transform their health, one family at a time.

You Can Do This Also: A team that uses the Mentoring for Free system and training to help families achieve the life of their dreams through education and teamwork.

Sytoomba Mountains Layout: A layout based on our version of the Sydney to Blue Mountains with mountain ranges.

Life’s a Gift”: Making Every Day Count (My Chronic Illness Perspective)

29/09/2025

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"Life's a Gift": Making Every Day Count (My Chronic Illness Perspective)

"I got everything I need right here with me... I figure life's a gift and I don't intend on wasting it... You learn to take life as it comes at you... to make each day count." - Jack Dawson

This quote hits differently when you live with a disability/chronic condition. My "unpredictable" days might look different, but the wisdom is gold. ✨

For entrepreneurs, network marketers, parents, and anyone transforming their life:
* Gratitude for the basics.
* Embrace life's wild unpredictability.
* Make EVERY single day count.
It's about finding joy & purpose in this moment, adapting, and leveraging teamwork when the "hand you're dealt next" isn't what you expected. My "grandest ship" moments are often found in resilience and growth, even amidst the challenges.

Life's too precious to waste! What small joy or victory are you seizing today?
What's one way you're making today count? Share in the comments! 👇

About the Author and Our Supporters

Author: Benjamin "Ben" Mathew Drake of Coach Freedom and Friends

Supported By:

Mentor Ben Drake: Get your free eBook, Success in 10 Steps, written by Linda and Michael Dlouhy for the Mentoring for Free system.

Ben's Customer: Discover fantastic health and wellness products to help you achieve your health goals.

World Help Organisation Team: A dedicated team of mentors helping families live better lives.

A Brand New You: Helping families transform their health, one family at a time.

You Can Do This Also: A team that uses the Mentoring for Free system and training to help families achieve the life of their dreams through education and teamwork.

Sytoomba Mountains Layout: A layout based on our version of the Sydney to Blue Mountains with mountain ranges.

Never knew a healthy lifestyle

29/09/2025

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🫂👨‍👩‍👧‍👦❤️ Growing up I never knew a healthy lifestyle, we were barely active, barely going outdoors, eating a unhealthy diet. My family continues the old diet today despite having seen myself changing my lifestyle choices. I’ve gone from being able to drink a 1.25 litre soft drink in hours to barely any. From a lifestyle where fast food was part of the normal to eating salads and vegetables more regular than knew as a child growing up. I’ve gone from a very inactive lifestyle to being at the gym swimming regularly and going for a walk regularly too. Demonstrating a transformation of life they still keep up with their old school habits.
Comment 👇 bellow with the habits you have needed to overcome, either from family or any other influence in your life.

About the Author and Our Supporters

Author: Benjamin "Ben" Mathew Drake of Coach Freedom and Friends

Supported By:

Mentor Ben Drake: Get your free eBook, Success in 10 Steps, written by Linda and Michael Dlouhy for the Mentoring for Free system.

Ben's Customer: Discover fantastic health and wellness products to help you achieve your health goals.

World Help Organisation Team: A dedicated team of mentors helping families live better lives.

A Brand New You: Helping families transform their health, one family at a time.

You Can Do This Also: A team that uses the Mentoring for Free system and training to help families achieve the life of their dreams through education and teamwork.

Sytoomba Mountains Layout: A layout based on our version of the Sydney to Blue Mountains with mountain ranges.

My Secret Weapon? I Just. Don’t. Quit. (Especially with a Chronic Condition!)

27/09/2025

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My Secret Weapon? I Just. Don't. Quit. (Especially with a Chronic Condition!)

"One way to achieve success is: Don't Quit. Just keep on going, no matter what you are working on."
This isn't just a motivational quote for me; it's my daily strategy as someone living with a disability/chronic condition. Every day presents unique hurdles, but giving up simply isn't an option when you're building a better life.
Whether I'm:
* Pushing through fatigue to build my business as an entrepreneur/network marketer.
* Finding adaptive ways to be present and active for my family.
* Sticking to a healthy routine when my body resists.
* Learning new strategies in direct sales or MLM.
...the principle remains: Just keep on going.
It's not about being perfect, it's about being persistent. It's about adapting, finding a different way, taking a break if needed, but ALWAYS returning to the path. My definition of "going" might look different on some days, but the commitment to progress never wavers.
This relentless spirit isn't just about personal victories; it's about modeling resilience for my family and showing what's possible, no matter the circumstances.
Call to Action:
What's one thing you're refusing to quit on this week? Share your commitment below! Let's fuel each other's persistence! 👇

About the Author and Our Supporters

Author: Benjamin "Ben" Mathew Drake of Coach Freedom and Friends

Supported By:

Mentor Ben Drake: Get your free eBook, Success in 10 Steps, written by Linda and Michael Dlouhy for the Mentoring for Free system.

Ben's Customer: Discover fantastic health and wellness products to help you achieve your health goals.

World Help Organisation Team: A dedicated team of mentors helping families live better lives.

A Brand New You: Helping families transform their health, one family at a time.

You Can Do This Also: A team that uses the Mentoring for Free system and training to help families achieve the life of their dreams through education and teamwork.

Sytoomba Mountains Layout: A layout based on our version of the Sydney to Blue Mountains with mountain ranges.

What’s REALLY Holding You Back? (It Might Not Be What You Think!)

27/09/2025

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What's REALLY Holding You Back? (It Might Not Be What You Think!)

"What you've been holding on to might be what's holding you back." This hits different when you're living with a disability/chronic condition and building a better life.
Sometimes, it's not new challenges, but old comforts keeping us from our dreams as entrepreneurs, network marketers, or parents.
Are you holding onto:
* Old identities: "I can't because of my condition."
* Outdated coping habits?
* Fear of letting go of the familiar?
* Limiting self-talk?
Releasing these isn't easy, but it's where true transformation begins. What if letting go of that one thing is the key to your incredible future? ✨
What are you ready to release this week to move forward? Share below! 👇

About the Author and Our Supporters

Author: Benjamin "Ben" Mathew Drake of Coach Freedom and Friends

Supported By:

Mentor Ben Drake: Get your free eBook, Success in 10 Steps, written by Linda and Michael Dlouhy for the Mentoring for Free system.

Ben's Customer: Discover fantastic health and wellness products to help you achieve your health goals.

World Help Organisation Team: A dedicated team of mentors helping families live better lives.

A Brand New You: Helping families transform their health, one family at a time.

You Can Do This Also: A team that uses the Mentoring for Free system and training to help families achieve the life of their dreams through education and teamwork.

Sytoomba Mountains Layout: A layout based on our version of the Sydney to Blue Mountains with mountain ranges.