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Turning 43 this weekend. Hitting harder than 40. Bittersweet like much in life these days. Here’s a few things I’ve learned in my 40+ years. Thread 1/10
“You’ll never predict where life will take you. Your wildest expectations aren’t wild enough.” I’ve been on the cover of Wired, lost out on millions, made millions, been #1 on YouTube, produced hits and flops. 2/10
Raised millions, bought out VCs, nearly gone bankrupt, 10x’d investor money, made friends, lost friends, and probably made some enemies. Done shots with celebrities, drank Bud at dive bars, partied VIP at the most exclusive clubs, and stayed in $10 hotels. 3/10
“Happiness = Reality - Expectations.” Thank you Keith for this one. A simple equation, a mantra, a way to live your life. A Zen statement to center yourself and manage expectations. 4/10
“You are not your life.” It’s not about what you achieve or what you fail to achieve. It’s about who you are inside, the goals you set, and a life well lived. It’s how you treat people when no one is looking, including how you treat yourself! 5/10
“The days are long and the years are short.” Having kids is not for everyone, but it’s been the most challenging and gratifying undertaking of my life. It’s a humbling and enlightening experience full of love and joy and heartache and pain. 6/10
“History doesn’t repeat, it echoes.” YouTube / TikTok, AOL / Facebook, PC / iPhone, Cold War / eWar, USA / China, Boomers / Gen Z, eGold / Bitcoin. Not identical, but echoes. Understand this and you can predict the future. 7/10
“Take time to smell the roses.” It took me awhile to learn this one. I missed out on some amazing concerts and parties and experiences. I’ve also enjoyed many as well. Lately, I’ve been trying to enjoy the ride more than I have in the past. 8/10
“God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change,
courage to change the things I can,
and wisdom to know the difference.” Powerful statement. Rings true every day. 9/10
courage to change the things I can,
and wisdom to know the difference.” Powerful statement. Rings true every day. 9/10
“Dive in with joy and curiosity.” Life is long and full of odd and amazing things around every corner. Open your mind, your heart, and your soul. Live your life to the fullest. Cheers to everyone on a lovely evening on this incredible planet! 10/10
