9 Lessons From My Wife

Summary

• I made over $17 million in personal income within 24 months after meeting my wife, a step up from never making more than $3 million a year before that.
• Never hold back a generous impulse, whether it's giving a gift or offering praise. If you think it, do it.
• Stress is a normal part of life; it means you're alive. Learn to manage it rather than fear it.
• Be quick to trust others but be just as quick to retract that trust if needed.
• It's wise to take a night to sleep on emotional decisions. Quick reactions usually lead to regret.
• Only ask others for what you have already given; don't expect something for nothing.
• Compete fiercely with yourself and disregard what others are doing. Focus on your progress.
• Listen to feedback the first time and change for the better, even if it hurts. Improvement often comes with discomfort.
• Face your fears; the thing you fear most is likely what you need to do the most.
• Focus your efforts; you cannot successfully lead more than one enterprise at a time.
• Saying "no" to distractions allows you to say "yes" to what truly matters.

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How To Take Action

I would suggest implementing the idea of never holding back a generous impulse. It can be as simple as giving a compliment or helping out a friend. These small acts can create goodwill and build stronger relationships without spending much time or money.

Another good way of doing things is by treating stress as a normal part of life. When you feel stressed, recognize that it's a sign of being alive. Learn to manage it through healthy habits like exercise or meditation, which don't cost much but pay off big in clarity and peace.

Be quick to trust others, but also don't hesitate to withdraw that trust if necessary. This helps build efficient teams and partnerships. Remember, it's okay to trust your instincts and make changes when needed.

Always make decisions carefully, especially emotional ones. Before reacting, take a night to think things over. This approach helps avoid regrets and leads to better decision-making.

Compete against yourself and focus on your own progress. This will keep you moving forward without getting distracted by what others are doing. It's more rewarding and less stressful.

Listen to feedback and be open to change, even if it's uncomfortable. This is crucial for personal growth and improving your business or skills.

Finally, focus on one main project. It's challenging to effectively lead more than one venture at a time. Saying "no" to distractions helps you concentrate on what truly matters.