Hey there, folks. Let’s dive into a topic that’s been buzzing around lately. Whenever someone who’s been rubbing elbows with powerful figures meets an untimely end, you can bet conspiracy theories start spreading like wildfire. Now, I wanna make it clear that this post, heck, this whole blog ain’t here to fuel any of those theories.
We’ve talked before about how developing some kind of mastery can help you apply Law 11: “Learn to Keep People Dependent on You.” It’s a solid path to securing a great standard of living for yourself and your family. You could be someone’s personal chef, a DJ, or even their legal counsel. But here’s the deal, with great access to power comes great responsibilities.
See, the powerful can be generous, sure, but they’re also wary of potential troublemakers in their inner circles. These underlings might have their own reasons for trying to apply Law 3, hiding their intentions to pull off a “Reversal” of Law 1 while exploiting Law 33. It’s a fine line, my friends. A master’s temperament can be as short-fused as the Queen of Hearts from “Alice Through the Looking Glass.” And trust me, you don’t wanna be caught eating their proverbial “tarts.”
Don’t make the mistake of overestimating your bond with the powerful either. Remember what happened to Fredo in “The Godfather Part II.” In the first “Godfather” movie, Michael Corleone gave him this stark warning: “Fredo, you’re my older brother, and I love you. But don’t ever take sides with anyone against the family again. Ever.”
Now, luckily for most of us, our lives don’t mirror art to that extreme. Instead, if we trigger the card of Law 15 to be played against us, as Deadpool might say, “most you could lose would be your job, career, promotion, pension, reputation, you know, stuff like that.” But looking at it from this perspective, it kinda gives you an urgent nudge to dig into Greene’s book, “The Laws of Human Nature.” It’s all about understanding the intricate dance of human behavior. Stay sharp, folks.
It’s a real drag that so often we find ourselves on this journey of needing to achieve some level of mastery to navigate life’s challenges. You know, this grind is beautifully captured in the movie ‘The Pursuit of Happyness’ when Will Smith’s character, Chris Gardner, delves into the concept of the ‘pursuit of happiness.’ He reminds us that the Declaration of Independence doesn’t promise us happiness itself but rather the right to chase after it.
You know, it’s crazy how sometimes life can feel like it’s closing in on you. Past decisions, bad luck, hardships, and all those failed relationships can make it seem like you’re trapped in this impenetrable enclosure. But here’s the thing, when you find yourself in a situation like that, maybe it’s time to channel your inner velociraptor. Let me break it down for you with a movie reference, ’cause you know I love those.
In ‘Jurassic Park,’ the park warden drops some wisdom about velociraptors. He says, “…that’s right, but they never attack the same place twice. They were testing the fences for weakness, systematically. They remember.” Now, think about that for a second. Apply it to your own life enclosure. Look for those openings, man. Find them in the months out of your years, weeks out of your months, days out of your weeks, hours out of your days, and even minutes out of your hours.
Life might throw some crazy stuff your way, but just like those clever raptors, you’ve got the power to learn, adapt, and find your way out. So, keep testing those fences, my friends, and remember that you’ve got what it takes to break free and make your own path.
When you’re open to learning and dead-set on breaking out of the rut, you’ll start noticing clues all around you. Let me give you an example. I remember listening to the legendary Dave Chappelle, and he shared a story about handling a tough crowd in Detroit. They were all worked up, demanding their money back. But you know what Dave said, among other things? He dropped the mic with, “I’m like Evel Knievel. I get paid for the attempt.”
Now, think about that for a moment. Focus on your attempts, your efforts. It all starts small, just like minutes out of your hours. Track it, man. Keep tabs on the actual duration, the frequency, and the variety of your attempts. Make it a fun game. Today, I attempted to work out for five minutes. I attempted learning Python for 15 minutes. I attempted writing for ten minutes, and so on.
The more of these “attempts” you make, the more data you’ll have to work with, to review, and to optimize. It’s like James Clear talks about in “Atomic Habits,” building those habits that fuel your pursuit of happiness. So, keep at it, keep attempting, and remember that every effort counts. Excelsior!
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