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Lao Tzu, also called the Old Master, shared wisdom that still hits home today for its practicality and simplicity. As the founder of Taoism—a tradition all about living in harmony with life's natural flow—he's inspired generations to rethink how we approach success and wealth. His insights encourage us to see things with more balance and mindfulness, making them just as relevant now as they were back then.

Studying philosophy lets us stand on the shoulders of giants, seeing more clearly and making better decisions. So let's climb onto the shoulders of a historical giant now with these insightful Lao Tzu quotes about money and life.

2025 is upon us. Here's my simple approach to making this year the best one ever:

1) Take your time 2) Less is more 3) Focus on your money 4) Get shit done 5) Get out of your own way 6) More wins than losses

When you invest in yourself, you're actively creating opportunities for financial growth at the same time. Unlike traditional investments, which depend on market factors outside your control, self-investment directly impacts your earning potential, career development, and personal satisfaction.

Furthermore, self-investment cultivates discipline and resilience - two traits essential for building and managing wealth. Discipline can help you create and stick to a budget, invest wisely, and avoid costly habits. Meanwhile, resilience gives you the ability to adapt and recover quickly, even in tough economic times.

Ultimately, investing in yourself is the most reliable way to build wealth because it fuels continuous improvement. As you gain confidence and refine your abilities, your capacity to make and manage money well increases. With every small investment in yourself, you're laying down stepping stones toward a more prosperous future.

I closed my work laptop on September 20th for what will be the last time for at least a year. Here's why I chose to embark upon this adventure of an extended sabbatical.

We are definitely in a recession. But no one will admit it. Why is that?

Also: 5 things you can do to prepare for the "real recession" once it starts.

Making a lot of money is good, but it's important to have realistic expectations. Also, where is all the money you've earned thus far?

Meanwhile, Millennials and Gen Z are doom spending because the world is about to end.

I'll be a frontrunner here and go out on a limb to say that traveling sucks. In addition to being wildly expensive, travel sucks because it's time consuming, exhausting, and a major inconvenience at almost every level. These are probably the reasons we often hear people say they need a vacation from their vacation.

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