When most people hear the phrase “tunnel vision,” they think of someone being laser-focused, blocking out distractions to accomplish their goals. And as an entrepreneur, having that kind of tunnel vision can be essential at times. But the type of tunnel vision I’m talking about is a bit different than what you might expect—I’m talking about being *legally blind*. 

Some days are tougher than others because some days, things are a bit blurrier. As an entrepreneur, my job revolves around being on social media, handling websites, emails, and an endless flow of text messages. Research and decision-making come with the territory of running a business, and most of that requires my eyes. 

I’ll never forget the day I was at the eye doctor, and she said, *“You don’t have vision in your right eye anymore. We can save the left eye, but you will be legally blind.”* I braced myself, thinking that hearing those two words—*legally blind*—would impact me negatively. But instead, I felt something unexpected: gratefulness.

Grateful that I could still see something, that I could still function and continue my work. And to be honest, people who are completely blind have accomplished incredible things. But for me, knowing that I had some degree of sight was a reminder to not use my condition as an excuse, but as an opportunity. Life had taught me a valuable lesson: when you come close to losing something as precious as your eyesight, it changes you. It makes you realize that every moment counts.

It’s not that who I was before wasn’t good enough—but losing sight, even partially, pushes you to become better. On days when I can’t quite make out people’s faces, even when I’m standing right in front of them, or when I’m watching TV with my wife and struggle to make out the characters on the screen—I remain grateful.

I’m not sharing this as a sob story, but as a reminder: don’t take anything for granted. Live life fully. Enjoy every moment and make sure you’re doing what you love, because life is fleeting. The Word of God says life is like a vapor. So, do something meaningful with the life you’ve been given.

God Bless The Entrepreneur