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Ever Feel Helpless & Useless?

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I thought twice or three times about writing this.  But, I absolutely hate NOT writing (or saying) what I feel & what I'm really thinking.  That's just part of my nature.  It's a blessing and a curse at the same time.  It's a blessing for me and for others around me in the sense that you always know that what's coming out of my mouth (or through my fingertips) is exactly what's in my head too.  It's a curse because I feel compelled to share things that others would not share for fear that they might be percieved as weak or "less than brilliant" or whatever.

This morning I just feel useless!!!

I get up probably 350 days a year and I'm "on purpose" and "on target" - probably way too much of the time.

But today, I'm thinking "Oh man, I'm not sure it matters what I do!  These problems are far too big for me to effect".

Before you get started with a helpful comment of encouragement, ask yourself if you ever really feel this way?  Do you admit it to yourself?  How 'bout to others?  How 'bout to all of Active Rain!

I really do have a point here...

This is some bad, bad stuff going on in our business right now.  I'm not suggesting that we all go put our heads in the sand and quit.  Not at all.  In fact, that's the last thing I would ever do or suggest that you do.  We need to keep up the fight.  Perserverance is everything.  BUT...

Is it ok if I don't feel like it today?   Is it ok to admit to myself and the world that I don't have the answers?  Is it ok to share my heart on AR?

I think it is!  and, even if you don't think so, I'm gonna do it anyway!

 

ps    If this resonates with you, be encouraged.  The Lord is in control and - no matter what - it really will be ok.

ps again... For those of you who like to write the "high and mighty" posts about how you have it all together, I challenge you to show your true self.

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Bryant Tutas
Tutas Towne Realty, Inc and Garden Views Realty, LLC - Winter Garden, FL
Selling Florida one home at a time

Matt, This current market is very challenging and we are certainly have "bad" days. No problem at all with sharing that with others as long as it doesn't last more than a day or two. Mine usually last about a  day. Then I get up, dust myself off and jump back into the fray.

Here's the reality of what's going on and what we can expect over the next few years. Fortunes will be made!!! Real estate prices will be at an all time low and folks who have not been able to afford housing can now afford a place to live. FHA, VA and USDA still offer 96.5%, 100% and 106% financing with out the use of credit scores.

The government will soon own or have an interest in billion$$$$$ of bad debt and properties and will be looking for brokers to help unload it. Investors are going to have a feeding frenzy. We will have more opportunities in real estate than we have had in a very long time.

BUT.....and this is important.....the old ways of doing business will not work. This is a new adventure requiring new ways of doing things.

I for one am very excited!!!! And bummed every now and then:)

Oct 11, 2008 02:50 AM
Rick Frissell
HomeXpress Realty - Valrico, FL
aka "The Red Baron of Real Estate"

Matt,

I think everyone has those types of days from time to time.  I don't care how driven or motivated or positive you are, we all have those days.  I believe the trick is to acknowledge these feelings to your self and admit that they are legitimate and then move on. 

You sir have every reason to be positive concerning the real estate industry, your real estate brand and the future.  You are positioned to ride the huge wave of real estate success that looms just around the corner.

All I can say is Cowabunga Dude, bring on the wave.

Rick

Oct 11, 2008 04:46 AM
Cyndee Haydon
Charles Rutenberg Realty - Clearwater, FL
727-710-8035 Clearwater, Beach Short Sales Luxury Condos &Homes

Hey Matt - like you I have an occasional day - to tell the truth - I usually find it's a reminder get more balance ( I can be a little intense -lol)  to take some time off and just spend a day with family, at the beach, relaxing and recharging. Like BB I am jazzed about real estate and we have been VERY busy - which is great - yet again on todays like today it's a total relax day...ahhhhh I'm feeling better ...Does any of that resonate with you?

When are you coming to Tampa Bay next - would love to meet in person!

Oct 11, 2008 06:13 AM
Lane Bailey
Century 21 Results Realty - Suwanee, GA
Realtor & Car Guy

I have those days.  I wonder how I can change the world... but then I realize that the world isn't MY responsibility.  I am.  I need to look at what I can do to change my little part. 

Sometimes I get it right... often, not so much.

Oct 11, 2008 04:27 PM
Heather Goodwin
Licensed by the Louisiana Real Estate Commission - Shreveport, LA
Results That Move You

Hi Matt.  When I'm feeling like that, I acknowledge the feeling is legitimate even if I don't like it.  I also remind myself that the feeling WILL pass.  I cling to my faith and know that God is in control.

Oct 12, 2008 10:00 AM
Alexander Harb
Knights Investing - Mesquite, TX
Dallas, Texas Real Estate Investing

Read the psalms, bro..... King David felt bad about things also...even he wondered why sometimes things just did NOT work out.... BUT.....

His faith in God was undiminished and even got stronger as time went on...... because he remembered that God IS FAITHFUL....all the time.....

We have to remember that also.....

=-)

Oct 14, 2008 12:19 AM
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