Should I feel guilty opening my own business?

I think it's great to be able to start a business. If that's something you love doing, if that's your dream, why not. Your family may just be afraid that the returns would not be enough for you to support them as you have unlike a normal pay where you would be assured to receive at the end of each month. That makes sense too. I think you should give a thought on this. Why not start something small where you don't have to loose a lot if it doesn't work but at the same time keeping your present job until your business is big enough to support you and your family.

Hey there, If you don't mind me asking, what kind of a business is it that you are opening? And why is it that you get the feeling that your family does not aprove of this? I think it's a great thing that you are going ahead and opening your own business, and i've recently (3-4 months ago) done this myself and it's very hard work (I wont lie to you) but if you need any help, I'll be sure to help (If I can!). It's a really great step forward in life, and will give you so much more freedom and hapiness, you really need to talk with your family members and find out why they don't like it (If this is actually the case) as, if you ask me, this is pretty selfish to take away such a great oppertunity from you. Please, go ahead! Lee.

I don't think you should be guilty in opening a business.if it will make you happy,then go for it.it is unavoidable that your family will be worried.you should explain to them that opening business is a big risk.it may work,it may not.explain to them that even if it doesn't work,you will learn a lot from the experience.

Hello ladynetz, I have one question for you who is living your life... you or parents? I think it is you. If you are over 18 then you can do what ever you want. I know you want there support and blessing... could it be they may be jealous... they may be looking out for welfare and not go in huge debt which they maybe liable for. You write a up plan on what items you need ... how you will be them... how you will them and what your profits are and how you will put profits back into the company... how many employees you want dwon the road... show how you will fiance your business opportunity... if it does not work how you will pay back the money from the loan. Let your parents read the plan and listen to there suggestions does not mean you have to incorporate all of them... maybe one or two to make them feel apart of your success. Thanks and have a great day! Sincerely Unique16