Quotes
"Life is what happens when you're busy making other plans." — John Lennon.
"You don't have to see the whole staircase, just take the first step." — Martin Luther King Jr.
"Your time is limited, don't waste it living someone else's life." — Steve Jobs.
"The secret of getting ahead is getting started." — Mark Twain
"The only thing that will make you happy is being happy with who you are." — Goldie Hawn
“Lower your expectations and have gratitude for what you have, and you will be surprisingly happier” — Teronie J. Donaldson (Yep, that’s me cool, right?)
Notes/Observations
Your past self made the decisions that brought you into today's person. And today's person will make the decisions your future self will face — so choose wisely.
Articles
Watched
Book of the Week
In “The Millionaire Mind,” Thomas J. Stanley provides an insightful exploration into the minds of self-made millionaires. Building upon his previous work in “The Millionaire Next Door,” Stanley delves deep into the unique characteristics and behaviors that distinguish these successful individuals from the rest.
My three takeaways:
1. Millionaires are focused on their goals. They have a clear vision for what they want to achieve in life and are laser-focused on achieving their goals.
2. Millionaires are good with money. They know how to make money, save money, and invest money. They are also good at managing their money.
3. Millionaires are risk takers. They are not afraid to take risks, even if it means taking on debt or investing in risky ventures.
Strategy
Embracing social interactions, pursuing passions, setting goals, prioritizing physical and mental well-being, embracing challenges, and cultivating a positive outlook can create a life filled with purpose, fulfillment, and meaningful connections.
Ultimately, it is in our hands to choose how we navigate life.
Start to intentionally live life the way you want.
Question
Will you choose to stay bored, lonely, and unfulfilled, or will you make conscious choices promoting growth, connection, and positivity?