Summary: The article discusses various strategies for improving motivation, productivity, and overall well-being. It emphasizes the importance of focusing on one’s goals, disconnecting from distractions, taking small actions to change one’s self-identity, and learning to think like a bronze medalist rather than a silver medalist. The author also shares personal experiences and insights into overcoming obstacles and achieving success.
Highlights
And then if you stopped doing all these things you’re doing just for the money or the attention, what would be left? Who would you be if you didn’t do these things? (View Highlight)
Note: Should always ask this question, whether we still wanna do something if it’s not because of attention or money.
What would you do then, if you didn’t need the money and didn’t need the attention? (View Highlight)
“If they really wanted to do it, they would have done it. You’ve been talking about this new company idea since 2008, but never launched it. Looking at your actions, and knowing you, I’d say that you don’t really want to start another company. You actually prefer the simple life you have now, focused on learning, writing, and playing with your kid. No matter what you say, your actions reveal the truth.†(View Highlight)
Note: See beyond intentions and words, if you really want it. You probably done it.