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<blockquote data-quote="JB Books" data-source="post: 2859841" data-attributes="member: 6889"><p>Ok, my lad, you asked for it. Here is Uncle JB's formula for success. Despite some business set backs and dealing with more than my fair share of sh***y people, I've done extremely well and been fairly happy through all of it. Can't guarantee it will work for you, but it sure has worked for me (and a couple of friends who actually listened and tried it.)</p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p>1. Don't worry about what anybody thinks of you. They aren't paying your bills, and usually most negativity is based in jealousy. For the most part, these people are extremely unhappy with their lives, no matter how they try to portray themselves. They just don't matter.</p><p></p><p>2. Don't be too nice, or too giving. If you do, don't expect others to be honorable. They won't be. Mostly people will use and screw you over. I've done some serious favors for people, and they have turned out to be total scum. </p><p></p><p>3. Don't spend too much time thinking about, and judging, other people, even the scum mentioned above. They are not worthy of your thoughts and energy.</p><p></p><p>4. When someone shows you who they are, believe them. Don't waste time trying to change people, or change your behavior to accommodate them. People rarely change their inherent nature. Don't waste your time. </p><p></p><p>5. Avoid people who engage in unnecessary drama. Just avoid them. They are psychic vampires. Doesn't matter if they are friends, family, romantic interests, co-workers, or forum members (ha ha), just AVOID them. They add nothing but misery and inconvenience to your life.</p><p></p><p>6. Make some long term investments as a young person. You have time on your side. I made a lot deal of money from the ages of 21-23. I pissed it all away on cars, clothes, and women. Had I invested just a bit, I'd be in an even better position today.</p><p></p><p>7. Get a hobby you enjoy that can also be a little profitable. I have a friend with a gun collection worth $2 mil +. He just started collecting in college. Was very strict about condition, etc., and now has a major asset. Also, know a guy who deals in graded coins. He started off as a kid, and now does VERY well.</p><p></p><p>8. If you are not married yet, take your time and find a friend and a partner. Find someone who is down to earth and shares your values, but is different enough from you to see people and circumstances from another perspective. My wife is my greatest treasure. She has been absolutely critical to our success. (and she's really hot, so that's a bonus)</p><p></p><p>9. Have some goals and plans on how to reach them. You may completely change them at some point. However, this allows you to measure your progress, and helps you on the blah days.</p><p></p><p>10. Enjoy your life. Even the bad times. They strengthen you. The bitter makes the sweet all the better.</p><p></p><p>11. Realize that EVERYONE is afraid and insecure on some level. The more they deny it, the greater their fear. </p><p></p><p>12. Fear is a part of life. You will be afraid about relationships, finances, health, etc. It's just part of being human. Manage that fear and turn it into something constructive.</p><p></p><p>As for doing it differently, I'd have been much less nice.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="JB Books, post: 2859841, member: 6889"] Ok, my lad, you asked for it. Here is Uncle JB's formula for success. Despite some business set backs and dealing with more than my fair share of sh***y people, I've done extremely well and been fairly happy through all of it. Can't guarantee it will work for you, but it sure has worked for me (and a couple of friends who actually listened and tried it.) 1. Don't worry about what anybody thinks of you. They aren't paying your bills, and usually most negativity is based in jealousy. For the most part, these people are extremely unhappy with their lives, no matter how they try to portray themselves. They just don't matter. 2. Don't be too nice, or too giving. If you do, don't expect others to be honorable. They won't be. Mostly people will use and screw you over. I've done some serious favors for people, and they have turned out to be total scum. 3. Don't spend too much time thinking about, and judging, other people, even the scum mentioned above. They are not worthy of your thoughts and energy. 4. When someone shows you who they are, believe them. Don't waste time trying to change people, or change your behavior to accommodate them. People rarely change their inherent nature. Don't waste your time. 5. Avoid people who engage in unnecessary drama. Just avoid them. They are psychic vampires. Doesn't matter if they are friends, family, romantic interests, co-workers, or forum members (ha ha), just AVOID them. They add nothing but misery and inconvenience to your life. 6. Make some long term investments as a young person. You have time on your side. I made a lot deal of money from the ages of 21-23. I pissed it all away on cars, clothes, and women. Had I invested just a bit, I'd be in an even better position today. 7. Get a hobby you enjoy that can also be a little profitable. I have a friend with a gun collection worth $2 mil +. He just started collecting in college. Was very strict about condition, etc., and now has a major asset. Also, know a guy who deals in graded coins. He started off as a kid, and now does VERY well. 8. If you are not married yet, take your time and find a friend and a partner. Find someone who is down to earth and shares your values, but is different enough from you to see people and circumstances from another perspective. My wife is my greatest treasure. She has been absolutely critical to our success. (and she's really hot, so that's a bonus) 9. Have some goals and plans on how to reach them. You may completely change them at some point. However, this allows you to measure your progress, and helps you on the blah days. 10. Enjoy your life. Even the bad times. They strengthen you. The bitter makes the sweet all the better. 11. Realize that EVERYONE is afraid and insecure on some level. The more they deny it, the greater their fear. 12. Fear is a part of life. You will be afraid about relationships, finances, health, etc. It's just part of being human. Manage that fear and turn it into something constructive. As for doing it differently, I'd have been much less nice. [/QUOTE]
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