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Real Luxuries in Life
1. Living 10 minutes from work
2. Living 5 minutes from the gym
3. Having quiet neighbors
4. Having money left at the end of the month and investing it
5. Peace at home
6. Drinking coffee without rushing
7. Sleeping with a clear conscience
8. Laughing with people who truly get you
9. Traveling every year
10. Waking up naturally without an alarm
11. Enjoying a home-cooked meal with loved ones
12. Having time to read a book in one sitting
13. Finding joy in simple daily routines
14. Having a pet that greets you happily at the door
These are the things that actually feel rich.
A businessman once bought a massive diamond in South Africa, about the size of an egg yolk.
But to his disappointment, the stone had a crack inside.
He took it to a skilled jeweler, hoping for advice.
The jeweler examined it carefully and said:
“This diamond can be split into two perfect gems, each worth more than the original stone. But one wrong strike and it will shatter into worthless fragments. I won’t take that risk.”
The businessman traveled the world, showing the diamond to jewelers in many countries.
Each one gave the same answer: "Too risky".
Finally, someone told him about an old master jeweler in Amsterdam known for his golden hands.
He flew there the same day.
The old jeweler studied the diamond through his monocle and warned him again of the risk.
The businessman interrupted:
“I’ve heard that story before. I’m ready. Just do it.”
The jeweler nodded, agreed on the price, then turned to a young apprentice working quietly nearby.
The boy took the diamond, placed it on his palm, and struck it once, clean and precise.
The stone split beautifully into two flawless gems.
Without even looking up, he handed them back to the master.
Astonished, the businessman asked:
“How long has he been working for you?”
The old jeweler smiled.
“This is his third day. He doesn’t know the real value of the stone, that’s why his hand didn’t tremble.”
Sometimes the more we fear losing something, the less capable we become of doing what needs to be done.
Treat life’s challenges as if they are lighter than they seem, and your hand will stay steady.
Worse outcomes for patients and providers…The only way private equity works in healthcare is patients over profits. It’d can be profitable, but that’s a long-term plan.
Currently, there is no path forward to extend ACA credits. This is terrible news for millions of Americans. The impact will be felt immediately and for decades to come.
#healthcare
With all that’s going on with healthcare, it once again time to visit a Value-Based Care model.
Replaces Fee-For-Service model w/payments based on outcomes. Incentivize efficiency & quality over volume.
#healthcare
@Darwinn99@LFC Darwin, thank you for all the memories and moments! You gave everything, and we are so thankful. Good luck with your next club. Blessings to you and your family.
YNWA⚽️