Imagine pressure from all angles coming at you.

You can see them, all trying so hard to bring you down:

Pressure from family. They want you to take the safe route, to get a stable job with a steady paycheck.

“Why take risks?” they ask, their concern wrapped in love but heavy with expectation.

Hate from friends. Those who once cheered you on now throw shade, questioning your choices.

“You’re wasting your time,” they say, as if chasing dreams is a crime.

Jealousy from bosses and coworkers. You’re the one who dared to step out of the box, and now they whisper behind your back, hoping to see you fail.

Their envy is palpable, a constant reminder of how difficult and near-death experience it is to rise above.

Pressure from relationships. Partners who don’t understand the late nights and early mornings, the sacrifices made for a vision that seems too far away.

They want your attention, but your dreams demand your focus.

Envy from casual outsiders. Strangers on social media who watch your every move, ready to criticize or belittle your achievements.

Their comments sting like daggers, fueled by their own insecurities.

Everyone is just mad at you for one reason or another.

Imagine that amount of pressure for someone who is just trying to survive, build something great, contribute positively to mankind, leave a lasting legacy, and not be sad.

Well, this is just the beginning.

War is coming.

The war we can’t run away from.

It’s beyond a physical battle and layers of mental and emotional ones—a relentless fight against hate, envy, and jealousy from naysayers to personal doubt and negativity, all of which seek to undermine your every effort.

Get ready.

Every morning, you wake up ready to face the world armed with nothing but determination and hope.

But as you step into the arena, the stakes are high. The whispers grow louder; the weight of expectation feels heavier.

It’s a fight within and beyond.

You will find yourself battling not just external pressures but also the inner critic that tells you you’re not enough.

“What if I fail?” echoes in your mind like a haunting refrain.

But here’s the truth: failure is not the end; it’s part of the journey.

You learn to embrace those moments when everything seems to collapse around you.

Each setback must be a lesson carved into your experience—a stepping stone rather than a stumbling block.

Arm yourself.

It’s getting to that moment when you realise that this war is not just about survival; it’s about thriving amidst chaos.

Don’t panic; it’s just another battle time out of many!

Every battle fought shapes your legacy.

You’re not just building a business; you’re creating something meaningful that impacts lives—your own and those around you.

So when the weight of expectation feels unbearable, remind yourself why you started this journey in the first place.

Have you forgotten?

You’re here to make a difference, to carve out a space where dreams can flourish despite adversity.

Have you forgotten… everything?!

Fight with me, brother.

Let’s embrace this war; as part of our story.

Each challenge we face and overcome adds depth to our narrative.

Stand tall amidst the storm; the war is here, and it’s time to fight!

Nasiru Abdulrasheed
Nasiru Abdulrasheed

A Tech-Journalism entrepreneur.