No Support? No Problem. Here’s How I Thrived Anyway
Hey, it’s your boy Mark Evans DM, and today I want to get real with you about something we all face at some point—lacking support. Whether it’s in business, from family, or from friends, not having the right people in your corner can make everything feel a whole lot harder. But here’s the deal: Even when you’re feeling alone, you’ve still got the power to push through and succeed. Let me tell you how.
Be Your Own Biggest Supporter
First things first—you’ve got to be your own biggest cheerleader. Now, don’t get me wrong, I’m lucky to have my amazing wife, Deena, cheering me on—she’s probably my biggest fan (even if she secretly rolls her eyes when I come up with another big idea). But here’s the thing: there have been times when the support I thought I’d have just wasn’t there. But you know what? I didn’t let that stop me. I kept telling myself, “Mark, you’ve got this.” And guess what? I did.
When you’re lacking support, you’ve got to dig deep and find that inner drive. Remind yourself of your strengths, your past wins, and why you started in the first place. Your confidence will carry you through when the going gets tough.
Find Strength in the Struggle
Here’s something most people don’t realize—lacking support can actually make you stronger. When you don’t have a safety net, you learn to rely on yourself. You grow in ways you never thought possible because you’re forced to step up and handle things on your own.
Think about it: When everything is easy, you don’t grow as much. But when you’re challenged, that’s when you really learn what you’re made of. So if you’re feeling like you’re on your own, embrace it. Use it as a chance to prove to yourself just how strong you really are.
Seek Out the Right People
Not everyone is going to support your journey, and that’s okay. Some people won’t get it. They might not see your vision, or they might be dealing with their own stuff. But here’s the thing—you don’t need everyone’s support. You just need the right people in your corner.
So what do you do? You seek out those people. Find the ones who believe in you, who lift you up, and who want to see you win. It might be just one person, but that one person can make a world of difference. And if you haven’t found them yet, keep looking. They’re out there.
Don’t Take It Personally
One of the biggest mistakes you can make is taking it personally when others don’t support you. Listen, it’s not always about you. People have their own issues, insecurities, and limitations. Sometimes they can’t give you the support you need because they’re dealing with their own stuff.
So don’t let their lack of support get you down. Keep your eyes on the prize and focus on what you can control—your actions, your mindset, and your determination to succeed.
Building Your Own Network
If you’re not getting the support you need, build your own network. Reach out to like-minded people, join groups, and connect with others who share your goals. I’ve built my own network over the years, and it’s been a game-changer. These are the people who understand my journey and are there to support me when I need it most.
Remember, support doesn’t always have to come from the people closest to you. Sometimes, the best support comes from those who are on the same path as you, even if you’ve just met them.
Use Doubt as Fuel
Finally, let’s talk about doubt. When people doubt you, let that light a fire under you. Use it as motivation to prove them wrong and to push yourself even harder. There’s nothing like the sweet satisfaction of achieving your goals when others thought you couldn’t.
When you start to see success, you’ll notice that the support you were missing often starts to show up. Funny how that works, right? But by then, you won’t need it as much because you’ll have already proven to yourself that you can do it on your own.
Wrapping It Up
At the end of the day, lacking support doesn’t mean you can’t succeed. It just means you’ve got to find the strength within yourself and seek out the right people who will support your journey. Be your own biggest cheerleader, embrace the struggle, and build your own network if you have to.
And hey, if all else fails, just remember—you’ve got Deena and me cheering you on! Now go out there, keep pushing, keep believing, and don’t let anything hold you back.
Mark Evans DM