when backed into a corner you have 2 options...


Yo Reader,

Ever been backed into a corner?
You know that moment where it feels like there’s no room to move, no easy out, and pressure is building?

You’ve got two options:
👉
Fold — let the situation define you.
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Fight — find a way to rise, even when you don’t have all the answers.

I've been there numerous times and still find myself in new corners all the time... with business, running, and life.
And here’s what I’ve learned every single time: The corner isn’t where things end.

It’s where you discover what you’re really made of.

Last Newsletter can be read here

Lessons/Reflections/Thoughts

Over the last few weeks... actually almost 2 months now! Business has been challenging.

Challenging is good... it pushes you to new levels of growth.

But it can be hard to digest, hard to manage and hard to navigate.

I have some thoughts, lessons and reflections from these mom

1️⃣ Pressure reveals perspective.
When you’re forced to act, you stop waiting for perfect timing.
You focus on what matters most, what
actually moves the needle.

2️⃣ Resourcefulness > Resources.
When things tighten up — cash, time, energy... creativity steps in.
You start solving problems differently.
And suddenly, that corner becomes a doorway.

3️⃣ Every “stuck” moment is feedback.
If you’re backed into the wall, maybe you’re growing into new territory.
Growth rarely feels comfortable... but it’s the tension that creates transformation.

4️⃣ Progress is built in corners, not comfort zones.
The best breakthroughs in my business didn’t come when things were easy.
They came when I had no choice but to adapt, refine, or rebuild.

🧭 Challenge for You This Week

Ask yourself:

  • Where in your life or business do you feel backed into a corner?
  • What would it look like to choose fight over fold this time?
  • What could this challenge be preparing you for next?

Business Snapshot for 2025 (currently):

October continues to be an endless ROLLERCOASTER RIDE!

Up and down! Things rapidly changing. But We are starting to smooth out for a final 10 days!

Here is the latest snapshot; few more expenses to conquer yet!

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I hope to see you around via my Youtube, my Instagram or maybe even in person!

Thanks!

Chris Furlong // say hello@clfurlong.com

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