Stop Complaining. Start Building.

📝 Disclaimer: I’m not writing this because I’m for Trump or against Trump. I’m also not writing this because I’m some political genius.This isn’t about politics — this is about business. I’m using these examples to make a point, so trust me when I say: This is about YOU, not them.

Let’s cut through the noise.

You're upset about gas prices? You're blaming the president for your financial situation? Cool. But let me ask you this…

Are you still going to have bills next month?

Is your rent magically going to disappear because of who’s in office?

Can you stop putting gas in your car and just teleport to work?

Exactly.

👉 No matter who's president — Biden, Trump, Obama, or your cousin — you still have responsibilities.

And if you’re not actively doing something to change your circumstances, then complaining isn’t a solution... it’s a distraction.

The truth is:

📌 If you're really serious about changing your life — it does NOT matter who’s in office.

Because the president won’t pay your rent.

The president won’t build your business.

The president won’t stop Sallie Mae from calling.

Only YOU can do that.

And yet — every day, people are online arguing about who’s in power while their own life is falling apart behind the scenes.

So before we dive into the facts (and I do have the facts), I need you to stop what you're doing and answer this honestly:

"Am I doing everything I can to change my situation?"

If the answer is no, then this blog is your wake-up call.

Let’s get into it...

📍 The highest gas prices in U.S. history were recorded in 2022, under President Joe Biden:

• 🇺🇸 National Average: On June 14, 2022, gas hit $5.016/gallon — the highest ever recorded.

• 🌉 California: On June 15, 2022, state prices soared to $6.438/gallon, with some cities topping even that.

🛑 And yet, people act like gas prices only go up when Trump is in office? Come on now. The numbers don’t lie.

I counted 8 posts in one day with people saying, “Gas is high because of Trump’s tariffs.”I couldn’t help but laugh — because so many people are UNEDUCATED and just looking for someone to blame.

📊 Historical Snapshot

Let’s back this up with receipts. Gas prices have been rising and falling for decades — under Republicans and Democrats. You ready?

National Average Gas Prices by Year and President

⛽️ September 2005

• $2.77/gallon📝 Hurricane Katrina disrupted fuel supply nationwide.

• 👤 President: George W. Bush (Republican)

⛽️ July 2008

• $4.11/gallon📝 Crude oil prices spiked due to a global energy crisis.

• 👤 President: George W. Bush (Republican)

⛽️ June 2011

• $3.65/gallon📝 Middle East political instability impacted global oil markets.

• 👤 President: Barack Obama (Democrat)

⛽️ May 2014

• $3.77/gallon📝 Global demand kept crude prices high.

• 👤 President: Barack Obama (Democrat)

⛽️ June 2022

• $4.96/gallon📝 Post-pandemic recovery + supply chain issues = record highs.

• 👤 President: Joe Biden (Democrat)

⛽️ April 2025

• $3.26/gallon📝 Lower demand and increased production brought relief.

• 👤 President: Donald Trump (Republican)

💡 So… What’s the Excuse Now?

Here’s the truth most people don’t want to hear:

You say you can’t invest in your business because you “have bills.” But you’ll always have bills.

You say gas prices are too high. But you’re still putting gas in the car. Why? Because you have to.

So ask yourself this:

🧠 If I can make room for gas, groceries, and Netflix every month……why can’t I make room for growth?

Too many people use their financial situation as a shield to justify inaction.

But truthfully? You're not stuck because you're broke — you're stuck because you’re comfortable staying there.

💳 Let's Talk About Stripe Loans (AKA: No More Excuses)

Let me break this down:

✅ No Social Security Number Required

✅ No Credit Check

✅ Payments Only Every 60 Days

That means you can get funded for your business without risking your personal credit. And STILL people complain.

“What’s the interest rate?”

“What if I can’t pay it back?”

You’re asking about interest on money you don’t even have yet. 🤦🏾‍♂️

Some people could be handed a ladder and still complain about the climb.

🚫 Don't Be That Person

You know the one — always has something negative to say… even when the sun is shining. 🌞

Blames every failure on the president.

Blames gas prices.

Blames everything… but never takes ownership.

That mindset? It’ll keep you broke.

🧠 Final Thought: No One's Coming to Save You

Gas prices will go up again.

Presidents will change again.

Lifewill keep life-ing. But your future? That’s still on you.

So stop letting who’s in the White House be the reason you’re not winning in your own house.

Start today.

Invest in yourself.

Build something that can't be shaken by headlines, gas prices, or elections.

Because no matter who is president — your life won’t change until YOU do.

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