Back when I was a young man, Allen Iverson was the newest phenomenon in the NBA, making him a trendsetter for many individuals who admired his style and accomplishments. One of his major character traits was his cornrolls which the females went wild over. And of course, since the females loved the look, a great deal of males attempted to grow their hair out so that they could replicate Iverson's hairstyles. Some were successful, such as myself, while others learned their hair growth was no bueno.
A deciding factor for many was whether or not he could survive the dreaded “Ugly Stage” where the hair had reached an awkward length. At this stage, the hair wasn't long enough to be styled, and couldn't be cut into a style, as usual, as length would be diminished. So for that reason, the more narcissistic individuals never attempted to grow their hair out of vanity.
In your life, don't allow the “Ugly Stage” of your journey to hold you back from attaining your goals. Transitioning from a standard career to that of an entrepreneur will likely require an “Ugly Stage.” One may have to reduce spending and scale down his or her lifestyle temporarily until sustainability is obtained.
In one's personal life, an individual transitioning from one relationship to another may need to endure a period of being single before the right partner comes along that will be an asset and add value to their life.
In summary, the “Ugly Stage” is nothing more than a code word for sacrifice. A sacrifice is required to make progress on any scale. At times, that stage is brief, while other times it takes you to the limits. The Law of Compensation says you will always be repaid for your efforts. That compensation doesn't always come in the exact form in which it was dispersed, but it always comes back. The key here is to have patience and remain relentlessly persistent. Don't allow silence and slow movement to allow you to detour from your journey, both personal and professional. Those who can continuously endure the “Ugly Stage” time and time again in various aspects of their journey, will likely enjoy a beautiful life.
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