The Lowdown Hustle & Link Up On the Edge #156
Last week, I let you all in on a little secret…I have no idea what I’m doing. But I made my public declaration/affirmation/whatever kind of “ation” you want to call it that I am a writer through and through. But my interests are varied and diverse and I am a firm believer that you have to take some big chances and make some big waves in order to make some big impact.
So now I want to share with you some of the projects that I have in the working stages right now. If you follow me on Facebook, you will have seen some teasers by now, but if you don’t follow me or just missed my posts, I ask that you check your judgments before you continue reading. Some of the things are opportunities that may not cause an eye to blink, but others may elicit a gasp of shock at first. Gasp if you must, but know that my purpose is one of passion and empowerment, inspiration and an exhibition of guts. It takes some courage to do what I am doing and I will admit that I have struggled with lots of internal voices trying to talk me out of it. But in my guts, deep down in my very heart and soul, there is something stronger than those voices telling me to forge ahead and do this work. Even in the face of judgment, disapproval, shock, and misunderstanding. While I really have no idea what I am doing, I am simply following the work wherever it leads me.
So here is the lowdown on the hustles that are the makings of my new adventures.
Hustle #1: I will continue sharing fashion and lifestyle posts right here at Shelbee on the Edge. I have branded myself as such and I will continue to live up to that name! But I will be posting less frequently. Probably only on Tuesdays and Fridays for my link parties with the occasional intermittent posts for collaborations (you can find all of my collaborations on the menu at the top of my page) and contributed content (for those are the posts that fund the whole thing).
Hustle #2: I have started posting articles on Medium. The more people who read them and engage and click the little clapping hands icon, the more chance I have of generating some income. So go on and follow me and become a fan! I would much appreciate it. So far, I am focusing on mental health writing in that forum.
Hustle #3: I am also looking into some other outside publications where I can write on various life topics. These require some research and emailing pitches and then crossing your fingers and hoping that they like what you have submitted enough to publish your work on their websites. That is a bit intimidating and I keep reading that I must be prepared for rejection and to not take it personally. The process will certainly be a test of my durability. Wish me luck!
Hustle #4: I just established an account on Patreon (under the name Shelbee on the Edge) where I will be sharing adult-oriented content addressing issues of body positivity, sexuality, and nudity. Yep, you read that correctly. Nudity. While there will be no sexually explicit content in this forum, I will be talking about things that people are uncomfortable discussing. And there will be nude photographs and lots of them. Intimidating? Absolutely. Terrifying? You bet your ass. Empowering? More than anything I ever done in my entire life. Liberating? A huge resounding YES! There will be public posts every Sunday that are SFW (safe for work) viewing. But all other posts will require a subscription to access. Because we can’t have just any innocent minor gaining access to view nude photos or other adult content; therefore, a credit card is required. And well, because I am trying to make a livable wage here by cashing in on my artistic talents. Inspiring, empowering, bold, and crazy content is one of my talents. I think. I am calling this project a Body Positive Movement.
Hustle #5: I have also launched a new blog. Without my name attached to it. (But I kind of just attached my name to it, didn’t I?) However, only you, faithful readers, will know it is mine. Anyone else who stumbles upon it will find just an anonymous writer sharing her stories about her life as a love junkie. There isn’t much there yet, just an introduction page. But I plan on publishing one post a week beginning next week at The Seven Year Itch. If you are interested in the sordid details of the love affairs in my life, go have a peek. But shhhh…it must all remain a bit of secret for now.
Hustle #6: Oh sweet savior of my life and my health and this perimenopausal hell in which I exist. Sweet, sweet Shaklee. I owe you so much for all you have done for me. Therefore, I must share my personal Shaklee story. Seriously, these products have changed my life. Since I began using the Vita-Lea Multivitamins, the Soy Protein Life Shake, two 7-Day Healthy Cleanses, the 180 Metabolic Boost, and all the of the Green Home Household Cleaning Products less than one year ago, I have experienced the following results…
- 28 pounds lost.
- A drastic reduction in perimenopause symptoms.
- A noticeable increase in energy, focus, and motivation.
- No more headaches or migraines. (I suffered from migraines and headaches on a weekly to monthly basis.)
- Healthy blood pressure. I had to take prescription medications to manage my blood pressure. My blood pressure is now completely normal without medication since December.
- Reduction in allergy and acid reflux symptoms. I was also medication dependent for the treatment of seasonal allergies and acid reflux. I have not needed these medications since December.
- A much stronger immune system. Every single winter of my life for as long as I can remember, I would be stricken with all sorts of viral and bacterial infections (at least 5 a season). This past winter I cruised on through, healthy as can be…not even a runny nose.
- The yeast infections have disappeared! I have been a victim of chronic yeast infections since I was about 12 years old. Literally every other week I would be stricken with the horrors and discomfort of that dreadful vaginal discharge and ever so embarrassing itching of the privates. Since I began using Shaklee products, I cannot remember the last time I had a yeast infection. It has been at least 6 months. And man that makes me happy to have a healthy vagina!
- Minimal mosquito bites. I have that blood type that the bugs love! And now I have finally found an insect repellant that works so I can actually enjoy outdoor activities.
- Eczema relief. My children have experienced significant relief from eczema outbreaks since we began using the laundry products.
- Clean and chemical free home. Our house just smells cleaner as it is now free of chemicals.
And now I want to give you the opportunity to just try some of this for yourself. Shaklee just rolled out a Prove It Challenge and I know I am going to sound all salesy and stuff…but I swear I wouldn’t share this with you if it didn’t work wonders for me. The Prove It Challenge offers new members your choice of 2 Life Shakes (30 day supply), 30 days of Vitalizer multivitamins, a 7-Day Healthy Cleanse, Free Shipping, and Free Preferred Membership for $159. (All of these products would typically retail for $248). They have a no questions asked money back guarantee if you are not satisfied, but I don’t think that will happen. I started seeing and feeling results within about 2 weeks of using these products. You all have seen the difference in my photos, too. Now, I am not a pushy person at all. I really just want everyone to live their very best life. So I am merely passing the information on to you. If you are interested in learning more, please do let me know. I am more than happy to guide you in the right direction. The only thing I have to gain from it is seeing the people I admire and love find their way to their very best life.
I think 6 hustles is enough for now! I hope to add some public speaking to my agenda one of these days, too. We shall see what the universe has in store for me. And now I must get back to living my best life! Are you living yours?
And now your featured favorites from last week’s link party.
Jodie of Jodie’s Touch of Style shared a wonderful perspective on What Exactly is Frumpy? If you are concerned with falling into frumpville, Jodie has some great tips on how to fight the frump!
Erin of Delightful E Made shared a fabulous recipe for Classic Macaroni Salad. I might be making this next weekend for a baby shower!
Hustling on the edge,
Shelbee
Linking up with these Fabulous Link Parties.
44 Comments
Nancy
Congratulations on your adventures! I’m so happy for you that you have, and took, the chance to do what you want to do! Enjoy every minute of it!
shelbeeontheedge@gmail.com
Thanks so much, Nancy! I am so grateful for all of the support and encouragement! Have a great weekend.
xoxo
Shelbee
Kellyann Rohr
Awww Shelbee – good for you! I am excited about your hustles. I think you are going to kill it on all fronts and I am going to check out and subscribe to your new forums. I love that you are pursuing all of your passions!
xo,
Kellyann
shelbeeontheedge@gmail.com
Thanks so much, Kellyann! I appreciate all of the encouragement and support!
xoxo
Shelbee
Julie | This Main Line Life
Wow, how on earth do you find the time for all this. Are you one of those people who can do just fine on 5 hours of sleep a night? Paul’s sister is like that. Wish I were. These sound like really great adventures and I’m sure you’ll have lots of really great thoughts and ideas to share with the world.
shelbeeontheedge@gmail.com
Julie, thank you so much! I do need about 7 hours of sleep but once I get rolling, I sort of feel unstoppable! It’s the new healthy lifestyle that definitely helps with the energy levels!
xoxo
Shelbee
Shugunna Alexander
Hustle and Flo/Shelbee, go get it girl!! Not mad at you, continue to do you; congratulations.
shelbeeontheedge@gmail.com
Shugunna, thanks so much! Hustle and Flow! I love that! I think that will become my daily mantra while I get all this up and running. I am going to stick it to my computer! Hustle and Flow!
xoxo
Shelbee
jodie filogomo
6 hustles is craziness Shelbee, but if anyone can do it, you can!!
I’ll try to support you every way I can (it may be a while because of our move to AZ, but as soon as I have time, i’m there).
OXOX
Jodie
PS…thanks for the feature!
shelbeeontheedge@gmail.com
Aw, Jodie, thank you so much! You are always so supportive and I appreciate that more than words can express! I wish you so much luck with your move. I hope it goes easy and smoothly!
xoxo
Shelbee
Jacqui Berry
This is a good look Shelbee, liking the jeans. Jacqui Mummabstylish
shelbeeontheedge@gmail.com
Thanks so much, Jacqui! Easy to put together and still look stylish. Have a great weekend!
xoxo
Shelbee
Jennie
Wow, girl. That is a lot of hustling going on! Sounds like you are going to be tackling quite a lot and I wish you the best of luck with each of your new ventures!
I am all kinds of loving those cropped pants! Really cool look.
shelbeeontheedge@gmail.com
Thanks so much, Jennie! The hustle might wipe me out, but I’ve gotta do it! Have a great weekend, my friend.
xoxo
Shelbee
Anika May
Love the jeans with this look! And congratulations on so many achievements in less than a year, that’s awesome 🙂
Anika | anikamay.co.uk
shelbeeontheedge@gmail.com
Thanks so much, Anika! Have a great weekend.
xoxo
Shelbee
Chrissy Rowden
That’s a lot of side hustles my friend, but you’re driven and I know you’re going to rock them. So glad you’re keeping the blog! Also, I’m so happy for your Shaklee adventures and changes that you’ve seen. That’s alot of health changes and advantages!!! I look forward to keeping up Shelbee!
shelbeeontheedge@gmail.com
Thanks so much, Chrissy! The Shaklee stuff has been so life changing! I don’t think I could do all this stuff without the health benefits I am experiencing. I was way too tired before! I hope you have a wonderful weekend!
xoxo
Shelbee
Deborah Stinedurf
Dang girl…that is some serious hustling! I love (as always) your openness and honesty. Anyone that gets judgmental or nasty needs cut loose because you are living life on your own terms and the approval/disapproval of others is irrelevant. xo
Debbie
http://www.fashionfairydust.com
shelbeeontheedge@gmail.com
Debbie, thanks so much! I am so grateful for all of the support and encouragement. And I am also so exhausted from living my life in such as way as “to not offend” others. How ridiculous is that? I feel like I am coming out of the closet! And it is amazing and so liberating!
xoxo
Shelbee
Tamar Strauss-Benjamin
This all sounds wonderful!! Best wishes!
shelbeeontheedge@gmail.com
Thanks so much, Tamar!
xoxo
Shelbee
Patrick Weseman
Congrats and I am so happy for you. Bless you. Thanks for hosting and I hope that you have a wonderful weekend.
shelbeeontheedge@gmail.com
Thanks so much, Patrick! I appreciate all the support I can get!
xoxo
Shelbee
Pamela
Go for it girl your confidence knows no bounds! Aim for the sky and the very best of luck with all your new ventures.
Pamela x
http://www.style-yourself-confident.com
shelbeeontheedge@gmail.com
Pamela, thanks so much for the encouragement and the vote of confidence! It is going to a be a journey, for sure!
xoxo
Shelbee
Kelsey Bang
I love those pants! you look super cute!
kelseybang.com
4allthingsdisney.com
shelbeeontheedge@gmail.com
Thanks so much, Kelsey! Have a great weekend.
xoxo
Shelbee
Tina von Tinaspinkfriday
You look stunning Shelbee! I love this pants 🙂
I wish you a healthy happy life ;(
XO Tina
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Tina, thanks so much! You are so sweet!
xoxo
Shelbee
Cheryl Shops
Congrats on all the side hustles, Shelbee! You can indeed make a living as a writer (it’s what I do), and I have faith in you! Can’t wait to read all of your various articles and sites!
Cheryl Shops | http://www.cherylshops.net
shelbeeontheedge@gmail.com
Cheryl, thanks so much for the encouragement! I would love to hear more about how you do it!
xoxo
Shelbee
Marilee Judith Gramith
I’m very impressed with your commitment Shelbee. You’ve clearly jumped in with some serious enthusiasm and challenged yourself with a diverse group of forums.
I’m curious and excited to read your new stuff and have re-subscribed to Medium and I’m in on Patreon as well. I’m convinced that you’ll do well. I can almost SEE the fire in your belly and I know you’re going to work your ass off on all of the writing assignments you give yourself because that’s how you do YOU!!
Are you familiar with Esther Perel? Definitely a GREAT source of “relationship insight”
Check her out. You’ll be so glad you did.
WHEN you have a glitch, block, burp or loss of faith PLEASE know that I’m a SUPPORTER and your e-mails are welcome!
Breathe deeply (A LOT) and take time for YOU, those darling/crazy boys and that incredible husband of yours too!
shelbeeontheedge@gmail.com
Jude, thank you, thank you, thank you! I can feel the fire in my belly more than ever right now! And I am putting all of my energy into staying positive even in the face of the rejections that will come! This is going to work out because I am not letting it not work out! Ha.
I just read a brief description about Esther Perel’s work and I am totally on board! In fact, I am going to try to find something of hers on our next visit to the library next week. Thank you for that recommendation! You are a wealth of information and I so appreciate how willing you are to share it with me.
When I hit a glitch, I very well may email you for a pep talk! Thank you for that as well.
I hope you have a wonderful weekend, my friend!
xoxo
Shelbee
Darlene
Shelbee, congratulations on taking the steps toward your vision for yourself. You truly are a WRITER–your passion shines through. My very best wishes on your new ventures, or hustles as you call them! Lol! Success will be yours with the mindset you hold.
Best,
xx Darlene
shelbeeontheedge@gmail.com
Darlene, thank you so much! I appreciate the encouragement and support so very much! I can use all the cheerleaders I can get! Have a great weekend.
xoxo
Shelbee
Lauren Renee Sparks
I have on a pair of crops just like those right now. They are so comfy and cool. Good luck with everything. Can’t wait to follow it all. laurensparks.net
shelbeeontheedge@gmail.com
Thanks so much, Lauren! I really like these pants in the fall with booties, too!
xoxo
Shelbee
Michelle
All of those hustles sound fun & interesting! I wish you the best of luck with all of them.
shelbeeontheedge@gmail.com
Thank you so much, Michelle! Week one was pretty fantastic. I just need to keep building momentum! Have a wonderful week!
xoxo
Shelbee
Molly
This is amazing. I will definitely be following your adventures and a HUGE YAY for adult content explorations. Go you, if you want any help or advice you know where I am
Mollyx
shelbeeontheedge@gmail.com
Molly, thank you so very, very much! I think I will be reaching out to you soon for some tips on the adult content! You rock!
xoxo
Shelbee
Mica
Oh wow it sounds like you are doing a lot of different things! good luck with it all, hope you manage to profit from all your different ventures! 🙂
Thank you so much for joining the #weekdayWearLinkUp 🙂
shelbeeontheedge@gmail.com
Thanks so much, Mica! Fingers crossed that it all goes well! Have a wonderful week, my friend.
xoxo
Shelbee