Thanks Tim - I will take the "boring" life every time. If I had to tell my 20 something year-old self, I would say this, "have 'fun' now and be mindful that this 'fun' keeps you from the real joy you deserve."
Hey Tim - I am balancing "fun" with some due diligence on a program being developed around my company's 7 Pillars of Business Creation and Transformation.
If the idea of "fun" is suppressing our negative feelings, discomforts or tiredness with zoning out on Netflix, anesthetizing ourselves with alcohol or numbing ourselves with junkfood, I really don't see where is the fun?!
After I had a brain surgery to cure my epilepsy, everything changed for me. It felt like I got a second chance in life and I could just not bullshit myself anymore. 🧠
Since then, real fun for me has been all about challenging myself to fight through my fears and letting go of stuck versions of me that just weren't serving me anymore.
It's the best feeling ever to know that I'm living life 100% like I want to, even though I faced a 100 crisis because of it as well. To know that I'm resilient and can trust myself is where is the gold. It gives the ultimate feeling of freedom.
Thank you for your articles, you inspire me to also share my own, raw opinion more fearlessly.
I wish I had your courage! I see your posts on LinkedIn and I agree with everything you say, but if I repost or like your posts, I have a harder time getting hired. I’m happy I can be myself and follow you and engage with you here on substack. Keep going, Tim! You’re spot on in every single way!!
The truth is Madison that you're overthinking it. You're making the mistake of thinking everybody is watching what you 'like' on Linkedin when they're not.
You win the Internet today for the photo alone. That's some mad fun right there, although I'd be angry if I got the yellow suit.
I have zero interest in working in anything to do with marketing, which is everything. Really. I hate to try to convince people to buy things they don't need, and may not want. Not fun.
Fun: making money on the Internet in your underpants. Not that I've made money yet, but I'm so down with the underpants part. And living a quiet, slow, sustainable life that enables me to feel joy.
Got rid of Netflix some months ago. Don't have any social media apps on my phone. Reduced the alcohol significantly and I'm a reading nerd too. I write everyday. I feel like I'm in the prime of my life.
I can't hate on Tinder though, because that's how I met the love of my life.
Linkedin (celebrated my 199th post yesterday), started on Medium beginning of February and Substack (my baby - a 3 week old newsletter). Still lot's of space for growth and improvement. But as long I love doing it, I'll keep writing.
thank you for asking! Love your work (I discovered it recently by listening to a podcast with you, Cole and Dickie!)
Netflix…can really be a time drain. Same with alcohol zapping your energy. On the upside: Getting into that flow state; I feel like this should be everyone’s ultimate goal with how they spend their time. I know it’s mine!
Working title is, "A Particular Wisdom: Accessing the Creativity Within." I am going to explore the intercept between science & spirituality when it comes to creativity. My 35 years working in medical research has made me too logical to accept what most of these books on creativity claim. But I'm a writer. I've experienced flow. There is a connection between brain & spirit.
Great message, Tim, so much resonated. I'll say one thing - last year, I was in a Muslim country during Ramadan. The only restaurant open at daytime was McDonald's (even supermarkets were closed). I bought burgers for several days and they messed up with my mood. I got more negative thoughts and started smiling less.
Thanks Tim - I will take the "boring" life every time. If I had to tell my 20 something year-old self, I would say this, "have 'fun' now and be mindful that this 'fun' keeps you from the real joy you deserve."
Powerful words Donna. What's next from here for you?
Hey Tim - I am balancing "fun" with some due diligence on a program being developed around my company's 7 Pillars of Business Creation and Transformation.
If the idea of "fun" is suppressing our negative feelings, discomforts or tiredness with zoning out on Netflix, anesthetizing ourselves with alcohol or numbing ourselves with junkfood, I really don't see where is the fun?!
After I had a brain surgery to cure my epilepsy, everything changed for me. It felt like I got a second chance in life and I could just not bullshit myself anymore. 🧠
Since then, real fun for me has been all about challenging myself to fight through my fears and letting go of stuck versions of me that just weren't serving me anymore.
It's the best feeling ever to know that I'm living life 100% like I want to, even though I faced a 100 crisis because of it as well. To know that I'm resilient and can trust myself is where is the gold. It gives the ultimate feeling of freedom.
Thank you for your articles, you inspire me to also share my own, raw opinion more fearlessly.
Honesty is what the world needs! 🙏
What an epic story Danique. Have you written about this epilepsy experience anywhere?
I wish I had your courage! I see your posts on LinkedIn and I agree with everything you say, but if I repost or like your posts, I have a harder time getting hired. I’m happy I can be myself and follow you and engage with you here on substack. Keep going, Tim! You’re spot on in every single way!!
The truth is Madison that you're overthinking it. You're making the mistake of thinking everybody is watching what you 'like' on Linkedin when they're not.
I think when you’re applying for jobs, they are though.
It's a power struggle, a fight for control. One takes will power not to be wired. I reckon the battle is lost once "it's too hard" Tim.
Not sure what you mean. Can you elaborate Corwin?
I wonder if, like everything else, when it comes to fun it's not all a matter of control/discipline. Too much of anything WILL eventually kill you.
I find it's too hard to control addictions that wire our brain to slowly want them more. Would you agree Corwin?
Addictions can’t be controlled. Thats why there’s no middle ground. You either drink or abstain. The alcoholic does NOT have a choice. They don’t.
I totally agree!
I tend to think I'm missing out when I'm not going out. And like you I felt like I'm not fun if I don't drink.
But now I love to have energy the next day to keep writing and reading.
I'm still working on resisting the fun
Karina, why can't you hit the town and just drink lemon water?
It’s not the money that’s fun but the progress you make. When you collaborate with other creators, you make friends for life.
This is my day-to-day existence Ermira. How about you?
That's why I'm here!
You win the Internet today for the photo alone. That's some mad fun right there, although I'd be angry if I got the yellow suit.
I have zero interest in working in anything to do with marketing, which is everything. Really. I hate to try to convince people to buy things they don't need, and may not want. Not fun.
Fun: making money on the Internet in your underpants. Not that I've made money yet, but I'm so down with the underpants part. And living a quiet, slow, sustainable life that enables me to feel joy.
Amy, just don't sell stuff you don't believe in. Could you sell a book or a newsletter?
Got rid of Netflix some months ago. Don't have any social media apps on my phone. Reduced the alcohol significantly and I'm a reading nerd too. I write everyday. I feel like I'm in the prime of my life.
I can't hate on Tinder though, because that's how I met the love of my life.
Fair call on Tinder Marie. Where do you write?
Linkedin (celebrated my 199th post yesterday), started on Medium beginning of February and Substack (my baby - a 3 week old newsletter). Still lot's of space for growth and improvement. But as long I love doing it, I'll keep writing.
thank you for asking! Love your work (I discovered it recently by listening to a podcast with you, Cole and Dickie!)
Nice read, tell-it-like-it-is-Tim.
I tried binging on the TV series Foundation and it was shit. I liked the premise though and started reading Isaac Asimov. Now I'm hooked.
And I get no more satisfaction in life than running my body into a stupor. Feels fantastic.
Thanks for reality check.
Reading is so much better than watching isn't John?
One of my favorite Substacks ... #1 being myself lol good read Tim keep up the great content and elevating! Power to you
Cheers. How's the Ethereum price right now?
The charts suggest the next level to be $4867, and personally, I believe it will continue beyond that in the future.
Tim- Wow, you hit the nail on the head on all of these. Seize the day and don't look back! Hell yeah.
Which one resonated the most Jesse?
Netflix…can really be a time drain. Same with alcohol zapping your energy. On the upside: Getting into that flow state; I feel like this should be everyone’s ultimate goal with how they spend their time. I know it’s mine!
Love this Tim! All the same things that I find enjoyment in, but 20 years ago I would have told you what a moron you are 😊.
Age gives us wisdom doesn't it Justin?
I've got the age...still working on the wisdom 😊. Loving your $1,000 a month gig. The long term mindset resonates with me.
Talk to me about "flow." I'm presently working on a book about it. Apparently, you have experienced this drug-less high as well...
What's the flow book called Frances? What will it be about?
Working title is, "A Particular Wisdom: Accessing the Creativity Within." I am going to explore the intercept between science & spirituality when it comes to creativity. My 35 years working in medical research has made me too logical to accept what most of these books on creativity claim. But I'm a writer. I've experienced flow. There is a connection between brain & spirit.
I went back and digested your article. You don't waste a word Tim! Brilliance is in the boring.
That means a lot Connie!
Great message, Tim, so much resonated. I'll say one thing - last year, I was in a Muslim country during Ramadan. The only restaurant open at daytime was McDonald's (even supermarkets were closed). I bought burgers for several days and they messed up with my mood. I got more negative thoughts and started smiling less.
Junk food is junk for a reason.
McDonald's does the same to me. Eat to feel high energy, not to get great taste for 30 seconds. What country were you in Denis?
Got it, Tim. It was Jordan.