I found the secret to my happiness:
And it wasn't owning mansions or Maseratis.
It was living in the moment. Being grateful.
And focusing on creating my very best life;
Upskilling mentally, and helping others do the same.
Here's 10 lessons I learned along the way:
Stop Trying To Find Yourself. Your Already Here.
Life changed for me when I accepted -
We are a culmination of every one of our experiences -
And we are all a work in progress; Constantly growing.
So we have to love who we are, enjoying the journey.
1. “Fuel Your Passion - Focus on Your Skills.”
Passion is purpose. But skills are what empowers us.
I started with what I care about. People.
Then I bulletproofed my mind, learned psychology;
And set about mastering the art of supporting others.
2. “Comparison Is the Fastest Way to Feel Down.”
And I realized early on that this life is a journey -
Not just a destination.
Its easy to focus on all the success stories;
But its all about YOUR path. There is little point -
Comparing your chapter 2 to someone’s chapter 20.
3. Your Authentic Self Is Probably Pretty Weird:
- and that’s a good thing!
People think “being authentic” means always being confident, polished, and professional.
Nope. Own it. Flaws and all. I had to accept that too.
Real is always better than perfect anyway...
4. “Happiness Isn’t A Constant State
It’s an appointment. (That we make with ourselves)
Only this is one, we decide the rules for when to feel it.
Waiting for the perfect time to be happy? Don't wait!
Happiness comes in moments. Which we can create.
5. “The Secret to Success? Nike it”
I overthought success like a complicated recipe...
Here’s the real one: Do stuff. Keep doing it. You’ll fail.
Do more stuff. Help people. Eventually, you’ll win.
Don’t overcomplicate it. Action beats overthinking.
6. “Want To Be Happy? Stop Caring So Much.”
I realized a major source of my unhappiness:
Were factors completely out of my control...
My key to peace? Focusing on what I CAN change.
-and the rest? Letting it go...Not easy, but essential.
7. “You’re Not for Everyone, and That’s a Good Thing.”
Trying to please everyone is a guaranteed way to make yourself miserable.
When its all said and done you just have to be you.
Some people will love you for it, some will hate on you, but you can't please everybody. Facts.
8. “Authenticity Is a Choice, Not a Buzzword.”
I won the day I focused on truly accepting myself.
Faults and passions and skills. Showing up as I am.
Choosing authenticity over approval is a flex,
-in a world obsessed with faking it.
9. Success Looks Different for Everyone
Maybe it’s not the mansion, it’s peace of mind?
Society loves to sell you a one-size-fits-all version.
But your success might look nothing like theirs.
I defined my own win conditions. And you must too.
10. You're Not Lazy, You Just Don’t Care Enough
I believe people aren't lazy, they're just uninspired.
The trick is finding your passion and doubling down.
Motivation follows and feeds off action. And results.
So lets get down to business this Wednesday ! LFG.
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