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Dec 25, 2023 โ€ข 3 MIN READ

3 Things I Learned Last Week #43 โ€“ Crafting Visions, Unfair Advantages & Self-Control Secrets

๐ŸŒŸ Welcome to Issue #43 of “3 Things I Learned Last Week”! ๐ŸŒŸ

Hey there, awesome humans! ๐ŸŒˆ Are you ready to turbocharge your week with a blend of brain candy and belly laughs? Let’s dive into this week’s edition for a fresh dose of insights and inspiration that’s more engaging than your last Tinder date (and way more informative, promise!).

This week, we’re exploring:

  1. Crafting a Vision for Progress (because wandering aimlessly is so 2022)
  2. Leveraging Your Unfair Advantage (Spoiler: You’ve got superpowers!)
  3. Mastering Self-Control (No, it’s not about resisting the cookie jar)

Strap in and letโ€™s embark on this wisdom-packed journey!

๐Ÿš€ Crafting a Vision for Progress

Ever feel like youโ€™re navigating life with a broken GPS? I stumbled upon a compelling video thatโ€™s like your personal life-coach, but without the hourly rate. It breaks down progress into three steps:

  1. Craft a Vision: Think of it as designing your own video game character โ€“ who you want to be, minus the pixelated abs.
  2. Power of Attention: Like a cat with a laser pointer, where you focus really does matter.
  3. Surrender to the Feeling: Basically, embracing your inner Elsa and letting it go (into the universe).

๐Ÿ”‘ Key Takeaways:

  • Build a vision board that’s more inspiring than a double rainbow.
  • Zoom in your attention like a paparazzi on a celeb.
  • Embrace the journey like youโ€™re hugging a giant panda.

๐ŸŽฅ Feeling visionary? Watch this!

๐ŸŒŸ Leveraging Your Unfair Advantage

Remember when you thought everyone had the same advantages as Pokรฉmon cards? โ€œThe Unfair Advantageโ€ by Ash Ali and Hasan Kubba is here to bust that myth. They introduce the MILES framework โ€“ think of it as your own personal Avengers team: Money, Intelligence, Location, Education, and Status.

๐Ÿ”‘ Key Takeaways:

  • Find your inner superhero (cape optional).
  • Adopt a “reality growth mindset” โ€“ like a bonsai tree, but for your brain.
  • Remember, success isn’t just hard work; it’s like a game of chess with yourself.

๐ŸŽฅ Unlock your superpowers here!

๐Ÿง  Mastering Self-Control

Finally, self-control. It’s more than just avoiding the last slice of pizza. Understanding it on a neurological level is like getting the cheat codes to your brain. Spoiler: it involves the anterior singulate cortex (sounds fancy, right?), which is like a referee for your inner conflicts.

๐Ÿ”‘ Key Takeaways:

  • Treat self-control like your phone’s battery โ€“ recharge regularly!
  • Boost awareness like Sherlock Holmes on a good day.
  • Navigate internal conflicts like a pro negotiator in a flea market.

๐ŸŽฅ Master your inner Zen here!


๐Ÿ“ฃ And that’s a wrap for Issue #43! I hope these insights tickle your brain cells and light up your path to growth. Not on the train of weekly wisdom yet? Jump aboard!

๐Ÿ“ฉ Subscribe now for more fun-fueled learning: https://www.nathanonn.com/newsletter/

Here’s to a week overflowing with discovery, growth, and chuckles!

Stay fabulous,

~ Nathan ๐ŸŒˆ๐Ÿ’ฅ

Nathan Onn

Freelance web developer. Since 2012 heโ€™s built WordPress plugins, internal tools, and AI-powered apps. He writes The Art of Vibe Coding, a practical newsletter that helps indie builders ship faster with AIโ€”calmly.

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