We all have inner demons to fight.

We call these demons fear, hatred and anger.

If you do not conquer them then a life of one hundred years is a tragedy.

If you do, then a life of a single day can be a triumph

Confidence attracts; neediness repels.

Your work ethic is how you prove to God that you are worthy of the things you wish for.

Read that again…

Don't laugh if you don't find something funny.

Most men do it to please others and get their validation.

You're not most men.

You will be free when you understand that the cage where you live is made of thoughts.

Stop chasing approval.

Set your default expectation as not being liked by everyone.

Embrace it and find peace.

When someone does like you, it's a bonus, not a necessity.

Caring about being liked isn't a universal need for men.

Respect over popularity.

Competence and ruthlessness earn respect; approval is a byproduct.

Discipline today, freedom tomorrow.

Procrastination today, regret tomorrow.

If you crave freedom but struggle with procrastination, read this thread:

https://twitter.com/Mindset_Machine/status/1773698916287930878

A lot of success in life boils down to whether you can handle long periods of time alone undistracted, focused and diligently working on your long-term goals.

Respect is earned, not freely given.

A man gains honor through his actions, not his words.

Hence,

Actions are your currency,

Integrity is your wealth.

Talk less, listen more. Your silence speaks volumes.

Let them underestimate you.

If you are both competent and charming, you thrive.

If you are incompetent and charming, you survive.

If you are offensive or boring, and competent, you survive.

If you are neither competent nor charming, you die.

You learn a lot about people when they don't get what they want from you.

No discipline = no success

Lack of ambition = acceptance of mediocrity

Avoiding challenges = fearing growth

Ignoring health = neglecting wealth

Shunning responsibility = denying leadership

Preferring comfort = missing opportunities

Rejecting feedback = stagnation of character

Fear of failure = barrier to achievement

Disregarding education = limiting potential.

Focus on your growth
Cultivate your potential
Inspire your circle
Strengthen your community
Impact the world.

In that order.

What would you choose? And why?

https://twitter.com/Mindset_Machine/status/1776191981300892022

Power or Money: Which is Better?

Power is Tricky:

Having power means you have to be very responsible.

- If you use power on others, they might not like you.

- If you don't use your power, people might think you're not doing your job.


Why People Want Power

Some people want power to make money, scare their enemies, or be famous.

But if they lose their power, they also lose their money and respect.


Money Can Be Better

Money earned the right way can make you happy and give you peace.

Money is usually safer than power.


Who Looks for Power?

Power often attracts those from less affluent backgrounds looking to carve out a place for themselves or who see it as a shortcut to importance.

Wealthy individuals might not pursue power as aggressively, having already found their contentment in life's pleasures.


What I Would Choose

If I had to choose, I'd pick money earned in a good way over power.

Money is safer and makes life easier.

You attract what you reflect.

To find quality, be quality.

Always have goals that are slightly too difficult for the current you.

It forces you to grow, and your anxiety will go away during the process of improving yourself.