An Epiphany: How I’m Reclaiming My Life as a Single Mom with a 5-Year Vision Plan
By Stacy Kelly | Resilient Mompreneur
I Needed an Epiphany
I had a conversation —
not with anyone else, but with myself. it was a realisation that hit me: I was short-changing my
potential; it had me in tears and I was glad for the wake-up call. I’d been
slipping into the trap of nonchalance, overwhelm, and quiet complaint again.
But deep down, I knew the truth — I was fighting against the resistance my mindset
had built up for so many years. So, I decided to go to war with it. Why did I go
to war? For many years I struggled with procrastination and self-belief. If something
felt right and I was making progress my mind suddenly switched off and I was
left feeling doubtful. Well, I am tired of it. How many times should I prove to
myself that I have what it takes? If I can study and pass exams, acquire
certifications, learn to drive a car and confidently drive on the road then I can
build a business successfully, believe in myself and become the best version of
myself.
I got out of bed. I made a plan.
I asked myself:
“Why are you so good at advising others, yet so hesitant to apply it to
yourself?” Why wasn’t I applying the same wisdom to my life? I decided
there and then that I would start now and it began with planning for the long
term.
The Power of Planning as a Single Mom
As a mom to a little boy who turns 3 this April, it
feels scary. Life moves quickly, and I often feel unprepared. But the truth is,
I can’t afford not to show up. I must be ready — for my son, for work,
for the business I’m building, for the life I believe I deserve.
I’ve always set short-term goals — usually three to six
months ahead. But long-term goals? I rarely touched those. Isn’t that wild?
That stops now!
Short-Term Goals vs. Long-Term Vision
Short-term goals have helped me survive. But long-term
vision? That’s what will help me thrive. I’ve decided to map out a 1 to
5-year plan that includes:
Personal
Growth- Business
Success
- Spiritual
Alignment
- Financial
Freedom
- Raising
my son with intention and love
And I want you to come along with me.
Using Journals and Planners to Stay Focused
I’ve always loved planners. For years, I bought beautifully
designed ones created by other people. But now, I’ve started making my own —
for women like me who need more than pretty pages. We need purpose.
Structure. Encouragement. Simplicity.
And now, I’m using them to build the life I’ve been dreaming
about. Not perfectly. Not all at once. But with intention, faith, and fire.
Want to join me?
Just sign up and receive your free vision board that you can adjust and make your own
Starting from Where You Are
Maybe you don’t have the resources you think you need.
Neither do I. But guess what?
You don’t need perfect. You need progress.
God didn’t give me this vision to leave it unfulfilled. And
He didn’t give you yours to let it collect dust. So together, let’s start planning,
dreaming, and walking boldly.
Let’s Walk This Journey Together
This blog is not just for me — it’s for you, too.
Every post, every planner, every printable is designed to help us grow, thrive,
and show up for our lives like never before.
š¬ Are you ready to map
your long-term goals? Comment below and let me know how you're planning for
your future.
š„ Don’t forget to
download your free printable vision board. Use it to start designing the
next 5 years of your life.
You can follow this series to see how I build my life,
business, and motherhood journey in real-time — with transparency, love, and
faith. Because you’re not alone.
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