OPW

Sometimes OPW (other people’s wisdom) is too good not to share.

Especially when OPW is your wisdom and belief.

I’ve often thought a manual should come with every newborn baby.

That way, eager young parents would have the tools at hand to imbue their children with solid life lessons for building a happy life.

But no. Life doesn’t work like that. We are all given challenges and lessons to learn as we (hopefully) grow. Each life is individualistically designed to teach us what we need to know.

That said, this list is a pretty solid “go-to” for guiding you to better decisions and making better use of your time on the planet.

1. Fix yourself before you try to fix anyone else. People are often very comfortable in their miserable lives.
   
2. You’ll be 10 times happier if you forgive your parents and stop blaming them for your problems.
   
3. Marry the right partner. The right one will help you build your physical, mental, and financial strength.
   
4. Make friends who are ambitious, motivated, and strong where you are weak.
   
5. Be old enough to realize no one cares. Chase what you believe is right and just.
   
6. Seek zero advice from people who are not where you want to be in life.
   
7. Your circle of friends should discuss business ideas, family, and success more.   Not politics, religion, and celebrity gossip.
   
8. Spend a few hours every week working on your business and dreams. Working for someone will only get you enslaved forever.
   
9. Invest in a home library. Nothing is more toxic than wasting your time watching the news, Netflix, or scrolling social media.
   
10. Create opportunities for yourself. No one will ever come to save you from your problems.