Learn to be okay with looking stupid. Hear me out!
Dec 05, 2022 4:56 pm
Mind Blowing Monday!
Life lesson of the week
Hey , I hope you're week is going great.
Not sure if you faced this too, but back in secondary school, there were so many topics that were taught in a lot of subjects that I had a really hard time understanding. And funnily enough, most times, the majority of my friends also didn’t get what was being taught. But even though most of us didn't understand what was being taught, we hardly ever said anything to the teacher.
For instance, in a subject like chemistry, whenever the teacher was talking about a really complicated topic and asked if we understood what he was saying, we would all be like, "Yeah," but deep down, what we actually wanted to say was "no." But we almost never said that.
Why? Because no one wanted to look stupid. So whenever a classmate raised his hand to say that he didn't understand what was being taught, in a way, he was perceived as a hero because not everyone could do that.
It's strange that when someone else does it, they're perceived as heroes, but you feel stupid when you do it. My point here is that you need to learn to be okay with looking stupid. Yes, not just in school but in everyday life. If you don't understand something or need someone’s help, say so, because if you don't, it's your loss.
If you ask, what is the worst that could happen? No response? Then ask someone else. Don’t let your ego or shame stop you from asking for help. There’s humility and strength in that. Only a few things in this world can be accomplished alone.
“The man who asks a question is a fool for a minute, the man who does not ask is a fool for life.” ― Confucius.
Book recommendation of the week
Here are some important takeaways from the book.
Lesson 1: Rich people don't work for money; they make money work for them.
Rich people don't get rich just because they get paid more, though this helps a lot. They get rich because they own things that bring in more money.
Rich people use their income to buy assets (things that bring them money) that make them even wealthier. In the meantime, they spend as little as possible on expenses and buy liabilities (things they spend money on) so they can have more money to buy more assets.
People who don't get rich either spend their money on things they don't need or get into so much debt that they can't even save any of the money they have.
To be financially independent, you need money that makes you more money. You want your money to generate enough income so that you can stop working.
Lesson 2: Overcome Your Mental Obstacles
If you want to reach your financial goals, you need to take action, which can be hard to do because most people have a lot of mental obstacles in their way. So here’s how to overcome them:
- Self-doubt
When you see a great opportunity, you have to be brave enough to go after it. Outwork your self-doubt.
2. Fear
Remember that overcoming your fears can help you grow mentally and physically. Fear can be a powerful motivator, so use it to help you succeed.
3. Laziness
Ask yourself, 'What's in it for me?' whenever you find yourself avoiding something you know you should be doing.
The best way to stop being lazy is to increase your desire for more.
4. Guilt for Feeling Greedy
There's nothing wrong with wanting or having more as long as you do it ethically.
Money gives you power, and you shouldn't feel bad about wanting more of it because it will help you create your best future.
5. Arrogance
Many people stay poor because they are ignorant and arrogant. When you don't know much about something, admit it and then learn about it.
Intelligent people embrace new ideas because they help make other ideas work better.
Lesson 3: Develop Financial Intelligence.
Knowing about accounting, investing, markets, and law are all parts of having financial intelligence, which is essential if you want to be financially independent.
And if you improve your knowledge of financial intelligence by just 1% every day, you'll be much better off than someone who does nothing. And the faster you can build on what you already know, the faster the returns add up.
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The podcast episode recommendation of the week.
The School of Greatness:
How Fortune Favors The Brave w/Ryan Holiday EP 1171
Summary:
Ryan Holiday is one of the best writers in the world about ancient philosophy and how it applies to modern life. His books, including the best-sellers The Obstacle Is the Way, Ego Is the Enemy, The Daily Stoic, and Stillness Is the Key, have been translated into more than 30 languages and sold millions of copies.
In this episode, they talk about the benefits of fear, why some people have trouble mustering courage, how contemplating our own mortality can be empowering rather than depressing, the most important lessons we can take away from stoicism, and much more! Enjoy!
Quote of the Week
“Since we cannot change reality, let us change the eyes which see reality.” -Nikos Kazantzakis
Question of the Week
What will I need to do to become independent and successful if the people I relied on for any kind of support are not here tomorrow?
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Have a wonderful week!
Love to you and yours,
Nurain.
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