To a certain extent, everything in life can be boiled down to It’s not just chess, running marathons, or playing video games that people like to compare life to, but they also say it is. Because life is already so complicated, I enjoy seeing it presented in a more straightforward manner. However, despite the fact that these ideas are enjoyable, they don’t provide a viable strategy for guiding one’s life. There is no doubt that you need to be savvy, strategic, attempt to speed up your learning, get results, and be consistent all at once. We’re on board with that. But what happens if things don’t work out as you had expected? My life and career were dissatisfying me about three years ago. It’s hard to put your finger on why. When I was younger and more naive, I had no idea what was going on. I simply had no

I used to believe that changing your mind was a bad thing. In general, people think you’re a narcissist when you decide to change your mind. But what’s the point? Changing your thoughts can be beneficial for your well-being. You can see this in Derek Sivers, who is an excellent example. One of my favourite modern-day thinkers is Derek if you don’t know him. In 1997, he founded CD Baby, a company that distributes digital music. Today, that company is still in business. Derek, on the other hand, eventually sold it in 2008 and went on to become a well-known author, blogger, and public speaker. Derek told me on my podcast that he always has second thoughts: “The best part of the day is when my initial thoughts when I woke up this morning are the exact opposite of what I’m thinking now. Changing my mind or having my mind

There are a lot of myths that we believe in as a society. One of them is that you can only live a meaningful life if you pursue a career that you enjoy. That may be the case, but the pursuit of your passion can be just as rewarding, which is something that we tend to forget about. It’s hard not to admire Casey Neistat as a YouTuber and businessman. He frequently discusses how much he enjoys his job in his vlogs (most recently here). That’s why he preaches the mantra, “Find a job that you love and you won’t have to work a day in your life. “It’s not just him who thinks so. There are a lot of artists, athletes, and entrepreneurs who agree. Even Steve Jobs himself stated: “To succeed, you must discover what it is that you truly enjoy. What you do and the people you

An art dealer is one of my mentors. For him, mediaeval art is his area of expertise. When we last met, he showed me a portion of his private collection that he had brought with him. I was astounded by the scope of the collection and inquired as to the length of time it had taken to amass. When I looked surprised, he laughed and said, “45 years.” He went on to say: “You can’t buy this all at once.” It’s not like a trip to IKEA in that respect. It takes time to accumulate anything of value in life. For starters, it’s impossible for you to buy everything all at once. Secondly, there is a limit to what you can get your hands on. If you’re going to succeed, you have to be patient. One of the most difficult aspects of life is waiting. There are many examples of

When it comes to self-improvement, adopting a positive return habit is the best strategy. It is for this reason that a lot of advice focuses on changing one’s thoughts and habits. Every habit expert, on the other hand, conveniently ignores the disadvantage. In the words of 17th-century English poet John Dryden: Our habits are formed first, and then we are formed by them. The dual nature of this quote is what makes it so enticing to read. It’s easy to see why habits are good for you by reading this quote. As soon as you establish a routine, your habit will take care of itself. Performing an action is no longer a conscious decision. It doesn’t matter if you’re exercising, writing, or simply being grateful. As a cautionary tale, that quote also reveals the dangers. It’s time to ponder it. Are you willing to let go of your sense of

My guess is that you’ve already made up your mind. “This guy probably read a motivational quote on social media and now he’s telling us that nothing is impossible. Yeah right. “I think the world has no shortage of motivational articles, books, videos, or Facebook posts. You don’t need a bigger dose of motivation. You know why? That type of motivation is not practical. It doesn’t do anything. Because it doesn’t serve a purpose. It’s the same as drinking Red Bull. It quickly dissipates. When it comes to belief, on the other hand, it is a powerful tool. Many people also fail to take advantage of it. The problem is that most of us lack the faith necessary to take action. And when I speak of faith, I do so from a standpoint of application. I’m not referring to faith or hope. I don’t think you can just “hope” for

Is it important to you how others perceive you? Or are you more concerned with the actions of others? You’re not the only one who feels this way. While it might seem that people are selfish, most of us care a lot about what others think. Everyone’s thoughts and actions are influenced by those around them, as you’ll discover if you look closely enough. The following are some examples: • Who has been to the gym for years and always thinks others have bigger muscles than him? • It’s the girl who doesn’t want her friends and family to judge her for not pursuing a career path. • It’s the guy who only wears shorts and T-shirts because he is afraid of what the “bros” will think. • It’s the guy who thinks that because of his accent, people won’t take him seriously • The girl who thinks her followers

When you set goals for yourself, you’re putting effort into pursuing your aspirations. But before you start chasing your dreams, you should first define your goals clearly. Make your own goals if you don’t have any. Everything is preferable to having no goals at all. Find out what it is you want to do with your life even if you don’t know what it is yet. A few people have told me, “I’m just not a person who works hard.” Ambition and goals aren’t something you’re born with. Accomplishment or growth in life can only be achieved through a conscious decision to seek it out. Even if you have a reason for existing, life is still meaningless if you don’t have any specific goals in mind. As a result of our inability to passively wait for good things to happen, goal-setting is a necessity. “Hope” isn’t a tactic, either. As

You have a wide range of options for achieving your objectives. In any endeavour, you’ll likely have to put in a lot of effort. Here’s a thought experiment for you: Why do we always take the quickest route? To us, shortcuts in life are a badge of honour because we think we’re clever. As convenient as that may be when travelling by car, we all know there are no shortcuts in life. Everyday exercise and a healthy diet are required if you want a healthy body. In order to advance in your career, you must gain knowledge, establish contacts, and add value. Another question: Where are the shortcuts? “How about if we worked smarter?” You’ll still need to put in some effort. this for the first few years of my professional life. I scoured the internet for shortcuts and shortcuts to success. I only contemplated the short-term consequences of my