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Recent content by Akita

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    BREAKING NEWS: The Mexican Fisherman has filed for bankruptcy.

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    I agree with MJ. At first when I heard this parable, I thought it was insightful and clever. Which for a guy who hates his life trying to build a fishing empire just so that one day he can take his afternoon nap, it might be a useful parable. But if someone is using it as an excuse to not...
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    What would you tell your 18 or 25 year old self?

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    Advice I would give to my 21 year old self: 1. Keep/find people in your life close that know your strengths and weaknesses, and will help you see perspective before you make an idiot mistake. Example: Dating a person that doesn't care for your values. It will cause pain and waste a lot of time...
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    Chapter 2 of my life is starting now. From military to entrepreneurship.

    MINDSET INTRO 
    Thanks for sharing! I'm learning number 4. on your list. "You can fail as long as you learn and get experience." If you're looking for a mentor, I know you'll find one here. And you can check out @LightHouse too.
  4. Akita

    I've Read UNSCRIPTED!

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    I’ve read it! Glad I got it.
  5. Akita

    Fastlane Success (8 figure exit!) - Now Back to the Starting Ground !!

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    Good to hear this story, I know that there’s many like myself that have so much to learn. So I’m sure you’ll be able to add much value in some capacity. Can’t wait to hear from you!
  6. Akita

    Quit my job, living in the fastlane. (How I Set Myself Up To Quit)

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    Wow! This was what I needed. Thank you Envision!
  7. Akita

    What improved your life so much that you wish you did it sooner?

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    But wouldn't that be kind of Epicurean though? To find the right balance? Stoicism would be more like to choose a "counter balance?"
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    What improved your life so much that you wish you did it sooner?

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    AndreP What do you think about the books "The courage to be disliked" and "The courage to be happy"? If you've read them, they were a game changer for me.
  9. Akita

    Great books that are NOT best-sellers. Share yours.

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    Book: Understanding Human Nature: The Psychology of Personality Author: Alfred Adler Genre: psychology/philosophy Subject/Description: This is just one of many books, but Alfred Adler's works changed my life. If you're used to thinking from a Freudian perspective, or never even considered a...
  10. Akita

    Is this a good plan according to moving into the fast lane approach?

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    Nothing is stopping me, It's only my choices stopping me, like MJ says. I think I just needed to rant a little bit. But I'm moving forward, I will learn by DOING.
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    Is this a good plan according to moving into the fast lane approach?

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    Hello everyone! I'm back to posting in the group since last year. I've had some major life changes happen since then. Like moving across the U.S. And starting a new job as a driver for $17 an hour, and I listen to MJ's books while I drive. Never the less, the point is I found myself slipping...
  12. Akita

    Value skew: What discernible difference ultimately turned you into a buyer or x-buyer?

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    Also because of working against negativity bias.
  13. Akita

    I've Read The Great Rat-Race Escape!

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    I read "The Great Rat Race Escape." It was very good and very valuable! I loved the story plus the information, it was very engaging! I thought it was perfect that the characters read the books I've read and listening to their reactions. So Good! I'll be referencing this book many times.
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    I've Read The Millionaire Fastlane!

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    It was a great read, and will probably read it each month. I listen to the audiobook version, so it's easy to do that.
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