Hello, everyone in the family. Today, we will explore how to practice the principles from the book titled The Principles of Those Who Finally Achieve. The cover of the book states to hold onto your goals, visualize them, and speak them out loud. This book is written by the couple Alan P. Chair and Barbara Peach. These two individuals are the most successful authors in their respective fields. Their book has sold over 27 million copies in more than 100 countries and has been adapted into a TV series, a play, and a movie, reaching over 100 million people.

After a plane takes off, it flies toward its destination along a predetermined flight path. Before takeoff, the aircraft thoroughly checks the route, speed, and weather conditions to reach its destination, and prepares for potential situations that may arise during the flight through simulations. Unlike a plane flying along a scheduled route, our lives do not have a precise path.

There are times when we drift without purpose or direction. Unfortunately, many people do not even know where their lives are headed, even those who love them. The era we are currently living in is one where we are experiencing new things that we have not encountered in the past. Recently, I have heard many stories of retirees who invested in stocks worth $1 or less in the U.S. thirty years ago. Now, after thirty years, their value has increased by 500 to 1000 times, making them millionaires. I feel a bit envious, but I also realize that it is not the time to think that it is too late. Listening to their lectures made me realize that in the telecommunications industry, 1G started in the 1980s, 2G in the 1990s, and 3G began in the 2000s. However, between 1G and 3G, the economy, industry, and companies grew exponentially.

So, we refer to this as Lini 5 Progress in English. However, we are now moving beyond 5G. The concept of 5G started in the 2010s, and it is now being fully realized in the 2020s. Since then, we have experienced both arithmetic and exponential growth. During this period, many people have already had the incredible experience of seeing their value increase by hundreds or even thousands of times. We describe 5G as geometric progression, which encompasses both geometric growth and hyper-geometric growth. This era of 5G represents a time when we will experience both types of growth together. Moreover, predictions are already being made about 6G, which is expected to begin by 2025.

5G technology will continue to experience exponential growth in the future. This applies to all areas, including mobile systems, autonomous vehicle communication, telecommunications, IoT, and lifestyle. Industries are changing at such an incredible pace, and amidst these changes, how should we predict and navigate our future? Today, we refer to this era as the age of information overload in the information industry. There is so much information that it can be overwhelming to decide where to start and how to choose. When we focus on pursuing one particular field, it can become difficult to even recognize where we stand in this flood of information. We are currently living in an era of information overload, and the rapid advancement of industries makes it hard for us to keep up. Ultimately, what are the principles that successful individuals adhere to in this era? I will briefly discuss this with you.

I want to share a story about a small fishing village in Mexico. A fishing boat had come back in, and an American tourist passing by praised the quality of the fresh fish caught by the Mexican fisherman. He asked how long it took to catch that much. Not long, the fisherman replied. The American then asked, Why not stay out at sea longer and catch more? The fisherman answered, With this much, I can feed my family without any problems. The American asked again, So what do you do with the rest of your time? The fisherman replied, I sleep late, catch some fish, play with my kids, and enjoy afternoon naps with my wife. When the sun sets, I go to the village to hang out with my friends, have a drink, play the guitar, and sing a few songs. That's how my day goes. It's a very fulfilling life. At that moment, the American said, I studied at Harvard Business School.

Let me tell you how. First, you need to increase the time you spend fishing every day, and you can sell the fish in your spare time. With the money you earn from selling fish, you can invest in a bigger boat. As your boat gets larger, your income will also increase, and with that money, you can buy another boat. Keep repeating this process, gradually expanding your fleet of trawlers. By then, instead of selling fish to middlemen, you will be able to deal directly with processing plants, and if necessary, you can even set up your own processing facility. Then, you can leave this small town and head to Los Angeles, Mexico, in two weeks. Wouldn't that be amazing? You can operate your business there. How long will that take? asked the fisherman. It will take about 20 to 25 years, the American replied. And then? the fisherman asked again. After that, things will get really interesting, the American said with a smile. As the business grows, you can go public.

You can make an astronomical amount of money by selling stocks. After that, you can retire to a small beach town, set up a cozy place, sleep in late, watch your grandchildren play, and catch a few fish to enjoy cooking and eating happily with your wife. As the sun sets, you can sing, play the guitar, and have fun with friends. Everyone has ambitions in life; a desire to achieve something great. What about you? How long do you plan to keep that secret? Many people say they end their lives without truly knowing what they want. For many, the commute to work feels like a journey through hell. Many find themselves broke after two years. Many fight against illnesses in their old age and eventually pass away. It is rare for someone to die of natural causes in old age.

What do I want in life? At first glance, it seems like an easy question. People usually experiment with such questions: What is success? What kind of person do I want to be? What experiences do I want to have? How much wealth do I want to accumulate? Just thinking about it makes my heart race. Everyone has an inner desire to pursue these things. However, the truth is that most desires remain unfulfilled. The reason we feel a lack of fulfillment in life is that we have never truly decided what we want. We just go through life aimlessly. What should I want? What should I start? The beginning is simple: write down the things you want to do or achieve on paper. Therefore, the secret to getting ahead of others is to start. Now, the first step is to write your goals down with a positive pen. There is a reason to write your goals down with a pen. Dr. Gail Matthews, a psychology professor at California Dominican University,

We conducted a study involving 267 participants. We found that individuals who write their goals by hand are 42% more likely to achieve them compared to those who do not. Writing by hand engages relatively few neural connections, using only eight types of finger movements. In contrast, handwriting involves up to 10,000 different movements and activates thousands of neural circuits. This is why handwriting evokes a stronger attachment, commitment, and passion towards goals. Of course, recording goals on a computer is also an option. However, entering goals using a computer keyboard is akin to reading a book among sports, while writing goals by hand is like navigating the Alps in a sports car. Therefore, handwriting significantly enhances emotional engagement with goals and dramatically increases motivation levels.

The billionaire and behavioral researcher Paul Meyer, known as the insurance king of America, presented the following findings related to goal setting: only 3% of Americans clearly write down their goals and plans. 10% have some thoughts about their life goals. 60% consider goal setting but remain focused on financial aspects. 27% have hardly ever thought about goal setting or the future. The composition of Meyer’s research subjects is as follows: 3% achieve tremendous success, 10% are moderately wealthy, 60% are what is commonly referred to as the middle class, and 27% live on government assistance or rely on secondary means to get by. We are clearly told that we need to write down our goals by hand for them to be effective. One item that top executives in America always carry with them is a notepad, where they can jot down thoughts and ideas as they come to them.

Record it. Starting today, make a list. You can include anything that captures your interest and curiosity. Do not evaluate the items on the list. It doesn't matter if the sentences are beautiful or complete; just write as your heart dictates. Record your dreams and think about them repeatedly to activate the awakening system within your lungs. This is the secret to our success. The authority over my life lies with me. Securing that authority in life also depends on my decisions. Make a resolution right now. Commit in your heart to have what you want and to become the person you want to be. If what I do every day doesn't excite me, I will plan my escape from it. According to research, most people do not like what they do for a living; they do it reluctantly. Let’s not be one of those people.

Right now, start creating your list of goals. The moment you hear this, you should begin immediately. The third point is to quantify your goals. Anything can be a goal. Whether it's pursuing a career that moves our hearts or raising awareness, everything can become a goal. Each person has different values, doubts, and ambitions. For some, power and wealth are important; for others, creating a cure is essential, and for yet another, alleviating hunger in Africa may be a priority. Anything that motivates you can be a goal. 

For a goal to serve as a motivating factor, it must be specified in concrete and measurable terms. You need to set detailed expectations regarding dates, durations, shapes, colors, specifications, results, and so on. For example, let's say your goal is to become wealthy someday. Such a goal lacks motivational power because there is no clear target to aim for. It is too vague and does not allow your abilities to function effectively.

If, by midnight on August 15, five years from now, I secure a net worth of one million dollars and have no debt at all, then the suspicion arises that I will take immediate action. This is because specific parameters have not been provided. In this case, our delusion as an incredible wish-fulfillment system that I operate begins to activate. By accurately recording and writing down goals, we are defining our objectives clearly. If you want happiness, it is not about the stakes of people or things, but rather about life goals, as Albert Einstein said. Therefore, feel your goals. For example, if you plan to travel to Europe, you will become interested when you see advertisements for European travel while walking down the street or when content about Europe appears in internet ads. Without a plan, we do not even show interest. Thus, without clearly defined goals, we become preoccupied with trivial daily tasks.

In the end, you become a slave to your daily life. The second point is to put your goal list everywhere. Once you create a list of goals, you should display it. Stick it on the refrigerator, put it on the table, make it visible on your computer screen, and ensure you can see it on your phone screen as well. Make it so you see it all the time. By doing this, I continuously feel and adjust the meaning of each goal, reinforcing it persistently. When a goal is realized, it has an effect similar to practicing for life. Our brains have dozens of neurons that form neural circuits to make judgments and send commands to our bodies. There are two types of people in the world: those who gain ten years' worth of experience and those who repeat one year's worth of experience ten times. Those who gain ten years' worth of experience achieve more in life, live longer, and enjoy life much more.

The goal should be as clear as possible, and whenever a new goal arises, we should consistently add it to our list. Having a sense of purpose is the key to longevity, as well as to a healthy and happy life. Consistent goal setting allows me to recognize my potential and see my true self. I should not walk the path that others expect of me; instead, I need to find what I truly desire and set that as my goal. Let's write and revise our list of goals repeatedly. The more goals we have on our list, the better. Start writing your goal list right now. Once you have written your goal list, remember the saying: A plan without a timeline is not a plan. When creating an action plan in life, there are some things to keep in mind. The action plan is not just about the spatial distance between my current location and my destination. In every case, the concept of time is involved, making everything relative. Think about the moment just before leaving for a trip. Your work pace and processing speed might be so fast that you could feel overwhelmed.

There are still things to be done before the deadline, and the deadline is approaching. If you set a deadline, it has a powerful influence. Deadlines create a strong pressure on people. All ongoing projects in the world must be completed successfully. There are three conditions for a good deadline. 

First, it must be realistic. Being realistic means setting achievable deadlines. Second, it should be tight. A deadline that doesn’t create urgency is not effective. The pressure of a tight deadline improves the quality of the outcome. Third, it should also serve as a starting line. This means that after careful consideration, you should start right away. If necessary, adjust along the way, but don’t just wait. The perfect moment will never come, no matter how long you wait. You don’t need to be perfect from the start, but if you want to be great, you must begin. Take action.

The smallest effort can sometimes lead to the greatest outcomes in life. What matters is the amount of effort you put in. Even if you start on tiptoes, you need to take that first step quickly. There is a saying that starting is half the battle. Are we feeling lethargic? We need to set a deadline to end that. Therefore, it's about establishing a deadline to release the stress. Negative thoughts can become habits if they linger too long, ultimately transforming into a negative personality. If you want to overcome this, you need to set a deadline for your slump. Specify a concrete date and time, and from that moment, put away all negative thoughts about the past. Once you decide to stop, you can do it. From then on, resolve to think only about what you want to achieve. It is said that everyone experiences at least three disasters in life, whether it be illness, bankruptcy, family difficulties, or death. Everyone goes through these challenges in life.

It's something we experience. Just because you stumble once doesn't mean the game is over or that you're out of the game. You only become a loser when you stay down after falling. Even when tragedy tackles you, you can gather your strength and get back up. The deadline is precisely the point; the dream is just a dream. The deadline acts like an execution order. You need to start the engine and put your contribution to war into action. You must assign deadlines to everything. Negative thoughts are not the answer either. Break down your big goals into bite-sized pieces and tackle them one piece at a time. Instead of having one final deadline, set multiple intermediate deadlines. If you find it difficult to meet the deadline, you can adjust it again. The taglines should be realistic and somewhat tight. Once you set a deadline, start immediately. The drive is your starting line. Today, take these three things and make them your own.

I hope you all achieve victory in life. I will see you next time with one more segment of content.

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