I'm facing a lot of struggling in the past day. I'm getting this sinking feeling that we're in a dead-end, with no escape. Like discrimination, capitalism, and poverty will ensure that the life we want to enjoy with some security, might actually be stuffed with separation and wage slavery.

I really believed I could make a large income from erotica and writing, but the pace I have now is so glacial that I don't feel I'll ever get back on the horse. I've had a small stint last week, but I'm so unbelievably mired that I'm struggling to feel safe.

How many of you make ends meet through your self-owned business?