Truth

Some deep wisdom from Henry Miller on character:

"One thing seems more and more evident to me now — people’s basic character does not change over the years ... Far from improving them, success usually accentuates their faults or short-comings. The brilliant guys at school often turn out to be not so brilliant once they are out in the world. If you... See more

I’d tell men and women in their midtwenties not to settle for a job or a profession or even a career. Seek a calling. Even if you don’t know what that means, seek it. If you’re following your calling, the fatigue will be easier to bear, the disappointments will be fuel, the highs will be like nothing you’ve ever felt

Your health is the foundation upon which your success builds.

Millionaires understand that without optimal health, their achievements are meaningless.

They:

• Exercise daily no matter what


• Make sleep a priority


• Eat healthy

(and YES - they invested in their health before they got successful, not after)

Invest in your health, and your success will follow.... See more

There is always more than one way to do something. Write down as many ways as you can think of to achieve your desired outcome. Then, rank them based on how much time they take, how much money they cost, and how effective you expect them to be. Choose the best.

The thoughts you think about all day long shape your reality.

The worst mistakes in life are made when you try to do fast what’s meant to be done slow. Real, durable things take a long time to build. Careers. Businesses. Relationships. Health. There are no hacks or shortcuts. The long way is the right way.

"The bad workouts are the most important ones. It's easy to train when you feel good, but it's crucial to show up when you don't feel like it—even if you do less than you hope.

Going to the gym for 15 minutes might not improve your performance, but it reaffirms your identity. It's not always about what happens during the workout. It's about... See more

Being average is incredibly boring and unfulfilling which is why it feels like a slow, unexplainable death.

When your priorities are clear, every 'no' becomes a step toward what matters.