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I've Become a Billionaire, So What?
Who hasn't dreamt of becoming a billionaire?
I genuinely believe you and many of us here could be the next billionaire.
So, what are your desires? What goals do you want to achieve?
In this letter, I aim to guide your thoughts on what you might need to focus on in your journey toward success.
If you insist on expensive cars, lavish homes, luxury, and so on, I want you to know that this will not fill your soul but create a hole in your heart. Sure, you can have 50 or more fancy cars if that's your norm, but that's not the point I'm trying to make.
As I write this letter, I ponder how expendable "things" really are for my future self and you. I find more joy in giving gifts than in buying something for myself. When you give someone a gift, you imprint yourself in their memory. I know this because whenever I see or touch an object gifted to me, I'm reminded of the person who gave it to me. It's like a life-extending act. In contrast, when you buy something only for yourself, the emotions and meaning attached to that object will be lost forever when you pass away.
Every truly wealthy person should strive to make the world a better place, free of unnecessary suffering, without resorting to quick fixes like drugs. The aim should be to give others the opportunity for a meaningful life.
As children, we often hear adults say terrible things that make us feel inadequate. It creates dark corners in our hearts and minds. It's tempting to want to become a Darth Vader, ruling the galaxy in retaliation.
Sadly, some billionaires seem driven by this childish desire for revenge and control. The world is sick, and the quest for power, control, and material wealth (in a wrong way) is at its roots. If you want absolute control, start by mastering your thoughts, desires, and fears. Learn to wield the power of will, focus, and forgiveness.
If you're obsessed with accumulating money, consider its true cost. You pay for it by trading away your life and time, a price that is often steeper than you'd think.
If you want meat for dinner, you must be willing to sacrifice the cow in the morning.
So, think about your life, your friends, and your time. If you aim for a bright future, making sacrifices is often necessary. Tragically, some people believe that the logical starting point is to compromise time and relationships with family. It is profoundly flawed reasoning because, in the end, family is often all you will have. From my perspective, you trade aspects of your life for success, giving up something in exchange.
I sincerely wish for you to lead a fulfilling and meaningful life, ultimately finding inner peace at the end of your journey.
SFC - Strength, Faith, and Courage.
FFC - Força, Fé e Coragem.