In this episode, we’re going to talk about why we should not live for others' approval and why we should stop living through them and think that our efforts can sustain or elevate them, thereby positioning us to live for them. Our life is ours. And yes, it can be our mission to serve others, to teach and uplift others, but it’s their mission to do whatever work is required of them, to do what they’re supposed to do. Our natural inclination to do this is tied to seeking approval from the parental and familial figures we were raised with, and it flowed into the relationships we had with our teachers and coaches, and wanting to gain their approval, acceptance, and be told that good, great, worthy, etc. But when do you start living for yourself? When do you start stamping yourself with your own stamp of approval?This episode explores motivations for goal attainment, gift-giving, philanthropy, and more. We discuss the traps of living vicariously through others and how parents can be the biggest obstacle in their child's life. We also discuss the conditions we keep placing on love and our relationships with the people we should protect. And we outline some suggestions from mental health professionals and life coaches with ways to stop living for others and living other people’s lives.We also shout out some hard-working, smart-working people and the companies they’ve built to bring you the products and services you desire.BUSINESS SHOUT-OUTSSHOUT-OUT #1 LAUNDRY JETHeadquartered in Oroville, CA, They’re revolutionizing how laundry is done. One home at a time. They’re the first vacuum-powered laundry chute that transports laundry from any room with ports installed directly to your laundry room. Unlike a traditional chute, Laundry Jet can be used in a single-story or multilevel home because it’s not reliant solely on gravity. It can be installed into any custom laundry room design and existing laundry rooms.https://laundryjet.com+1-800-867-4580IG: https://instagram.com/laundryjetSHOUT-OUT #2 Chappelle Candle Co.Plant-based and hand-poured candles coming from Downtown Frederick Maryland. For those of you who are passionate about investing your dollars into women-owned enterprises, black-owned enterprises, and black women-owned enterprises, well, guess what? You’ve made a match with Chappelle Candle Company. They have candle-making workshops and partnered with Abound to sell their wholesale products online. So don’t forget to check out those details if you’re interested.25 E. Patrick St., Frederick, MD+1-240-486-9458https://www.chappellecandleco.comIG: https://instagram.com/chappellecandle.coSHOUT-OUT #3 The CobblersDelivering world-class restorations to your finest luxury and leather goods nationwide.Headquartered in Miami, Florida, they can repair bags, women's and men’s shoes, sneakers, luggage, hats, wallets, and belts; and soon, they will be accepting jewelry and watch repairs.6300 NE 4th Ave., Miami, FLhttps://www.thecobblers.comIG: https://instagram.com/thecobblersofficialSHOW INFORMATION:Company: Foreman & Associates, LLCWebsite: https://ForemanLLC.comIG: https://instagram.com/ForemanLLCPodcast IG: https://instagram.com/DontCallitSmallFB: https://facebook.com/ForemanAndAssociatesTwitter: https://twitter.com/ForemanLLCPodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/ItAintSmallYouTube: https://youtube.com/user/ForemanAssociatesHOST: Natasha L. Foreman, Lead Management Consultant, Foreman & Associates, LLCWebsite: https://NatashaForeman.comIG: https://instagram.com/NatashaLForemanFB: https://facebook.com/NatashaLForemanTwitter: https://twitter.com/NatashaLForemanLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/NatashaLForemanTheme Song: “Higher Up” by Shane IversShout Out Song: “Pulsar” by Shane IversCopyright 2022. Foreman & Associates, LLC. All Rights Reserved.