"It doesn't make sense to continue wanting something if you're not willing to do what it takes to get it. If you don't want to live the lifestyle, then release yourself from the desire. To crave the result but not the process is to guarantee disappointment."
When you see a rule, look for exceptions to the rule.
If there are no exceptions to a rule, look at the consequences of breaking it.
There’s no ascension without rule breaking.
To apply with discretion.
A reminder from Atomic Habits by James Clear:
“Every action you take is a vote for the type of person you wish to become. No single instance will transform your beliefs, but as the votes build up, so does the evidence of your new identity. This is one reason why meaningful change does not require radical change. Small habits can make a meaningful difference by providing evidence of a new identity. And if a change is meaningful, it is actually big. That's the paradox of making small improvements.”
“There are two types of talent: the natural talent you're born with and the chosen talent you earn with your mindset, choices, and work.
Natural talent is overrated.
Chosen talent is underrated.”