"Cu si guardà si sarvà""He who watches himself is saved"(Do not expose yourself unnecessarily to risks and dangers)

"Cu taci acconsenti""Those who remain silent show consensus"(Not responding is equivalent to accepting what others have said)

"Ognuno tira acqua pi lu so mulinu""Everyone pulls grist to their own mill"(Everyone looks after their own interests)

"Ogni mpidimentu è giuvamentu""Every impediment is an advantage"(The obstacles to our projects sometimes prove positive)

"Occhi aperti e piedi n terra""Eyes open and feet on the ground"(Evaluate the situation carefully before acting)

"Occhj c'atu fattu chjanciri, chjanciti pena nun mi veni siddru lacrimati""Eyes that made to cry, need to cry, I don't mind if they cry"(Don't feel pity for those who have been cruel)

"Ogni lassata è pirduta""Everything left behind is lost"(We must take advantage of every opportunity)

"Ogni tintu scarafagljeddru a so ma' cci pari beddru""Every ugly cockroach looks beautiful to its mother"(One's children are the height of beauty for the mother)

"Omu avvisatu, mezzu sarvatu""Forewarned is forearmed"

"Quannu lu diavulu t'accarizza voli l'arma""When the devil caresses you, he wants your soul"(Flatterers hide their interests with apparent sincerity)

"Never mistake knowledge for wisdom. One helps you make a living; the other helps you make a life."

Understand yourself and those around you.

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Sicilian Popular Wisdom (Part 1)

You’ve got to stop setting goals, and set sacrifices instead. Everybody always sets their goals: “I’m going to make $ 100.000; I’m going to lose 20 lbs. No, you’re not. You’re only going to do it, if you’re willing to pay the price. Every single goal you have, has a price that is required. It is an entry fee at the door of success. So the question really is:what are you going to give up to get it?

I will not _________, until I __________.

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Stop Setting Goals; Set Sacrifices

Ego can be mistaken for false confidence, using your words to cover up you flaws is no way to develop a confident mindset.

Ego Is The Enemy

We often talk about pride being a bad thing, but it’s the easiest way to become confident. Confidence comes from the pride in yourself and the fact that you are who you say you are. If you haven’t accomplished anything worth being proud about, you simply won’t be confident. You reap what you sow, so don’t be fooled by yourself when you don’t put in the work.

Being Proud Of Who You Are

On your path to confidence, you’ll need some accountability. Following through on your word is essential. You set a goal to train at a certain time? You train at that time.you set a goal to lose 5 pounds this week? You lose the weight.nothing will hurt your pride more than knowing you failed yourself.

Regressive Actions

You’ve probably achieved a goal at one point or another, and it feels great. The more goals you hit, the more confidence you’ll have in yourself.

Achieving The Goals You Set

How do people perceive you? When you dress the part, you act the part. Start dressing like you mean something.

Public Image

Who do you look up to? You probably look up to them for a reason. Is it the way they talk? Is it how they dress, emulate the things that make these role models so great in your mind.

Role Models

What do you stand for? What do you believe in?Why do you care?A lack of personal identity holds you back. You’ll need to dive into why you do the things you do, and the deeper issues you might be facing.

Authenticity

Ego is false confidence.Achieve something worth being proud about.Have some accountability for you actions and stop making the wrong decisions.Follow through on your word and hit the goals that you set.Look and dress the part, start acting like the person you want to become today.Model other people when learning who you want to be more like.Ask yourself the difficult questions and find out who you are under all those layers.

Conclusion

Confidence doesn’t come from 15 minute YouTube videos. It’s something that takes time and hard work to develop. This is your guide to becoming confident in your life.

Confidence in 7 Steps. 

You are not a procastinator, you have a habit of procastinating. There is a big difference. With science habits can be broken.

You Are Not A Procastinator

The moment you find yourself wanting to do something else instead of your task, recognize it. The trigger in case of procastination is always stress. Procastination will only bring more stress.

<ol><li>Recognize you are stressed</li><li>count: 5-4-3-2-1 to make your brain conscious and to break the pattern</li><li>start doing 5 minutes of the work. </li></ol>

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10 DEEP QUOTES FROM MOVIES

Do, or do not. There is no try.

It is not our abilities that show what we truly are... it is our choices.

The greatest thing you'll ever learn is just to love and be loved in return."

Hope is a good thing, maybe the best of things, and no good thing ever dies.

All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given us.

Why do we fall? So we can learn to pick ourselves up.

It's not about how hard you hit. It's about how hard you can get hit and keep moving forward.

The past can hurt. But the way I see it, you can either run from it or learn from it.

Our lives are defined by opportunities, even the ones we miss.

Sometimes it is the people who no one imagines anything of who do the things that no one can imagine.

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10 philosophical quotes from movies 🎬 

To pretend to be something that one is notLet's say you have a favorite color, like blue, but your friend really likes red. If you tell your friend that you like red too, even though you don't really, that's being fake. It's like pretending to be something you're not. Being fake means not being honest about what you really think or feel. It's important to be honest with yourself and others, but sometimes we might say things we don't really mean to be polite or avoid hurting someone's feelings, to be kind to others.

Fake

Example: Introvert problemFake or rude in people's eyes. It's a choice to appear fake, or else you appear rude and unfriendly to people, so choose it!<ul><li>Doing what you don't like or don't want to do = fake</li><li>Doing what you like or want to do = rude, unfriendly</li></ul>Either way, people have a negative view of us. No matter what we do, anyway!But sometimes you have to fake it! or else you aren't stepping out of your comfort zone.

Is it really called fake?

Or is it considered fake if people are just different from us? They may not understand us, and they may even call us fake.

Fake or just don't understand? or it different from you

If something is different or hard to understand for us, we may call it fake.

So instead of thinking negatively and calling it fake, change your perspective, see differently, and view it more positively. Then you can call it a balanced way or stepping out of your comfort zone and self-growth.It just depends on how you see it, either negative or positive.

Think again! More positive & See different

Fake it to maintain our balance and push ourselves out of our comfort zone, or else be real, be rude and unkind, and just stay in our comfort zone

Embrace creativity and imagination by setting aside time each week for creative activities like drawing, writing, or playing music. Encourage children to engage in imaginative play and storytelling.

The Importance of Imagination

“Imaginary qualities imputed to a fellow creature!”

Show kindness and empathy in daily interactions. Volunteer for community service, listen actively to others, and practice random acts of kindness to make a positive impact on those around you.

The Value of Compassion

"No one is useless in this world who lightens the burdens of another."

Avoid reducing human experiences and emotions to mere facts and figures. Appreciate art, literature, and nature to foster a more rounded perspective. Take time to understand the emotional aspects of decision-making.

The Danger of Utilitarianism

“Now, what I want is, Facts. Teach these boys and girls nothing but Facts.”

Seek an education that includes arts and humanities, promoting critical thinking and creativity. Encourage children to ask questions and explore subjects beyond their curriculum.

Education Beyond Facts

“You can only form the minds of reasoning animals upon Facts: nothing else will ever be of any service to them.”

Strive for a balanced life by scheduling regular breaks, engaging in physical activities, and spending quality time with loved ones. Ensure that work does not overshadow personal well-being and leisure.

The Necessity of Balance

“She was a woman of orderly habits, and disciplined in all her ways.”

Recognize and respect the individuality of each person by listening to their perspectives and valuing their unique contributions. Avoid making generalizations and foster an inclusive environment at home and work.

Understanding Individuality

“Do the wise thing and the kind thing too, and make the best of us and not the worst.”

Be mindful of the social and environmental impacts of industrial and economic activities by supporting sustainable practices and companies. Advocate for policies that protect workers' rights and the environment.

Critique of Industrialization

“It was a town of red brick, or of brick that would have been red if the smoke and ashes had allowed it.”

Nurture and prioritize relationships with family and loved ones by dedicating time for family activities, maintaining open communication, and supporting each other’s endeavors.

Family and Relationships

“There is a wisdom of the head, and... there is a wisdom of the heart.”

Maintain moral integrity by standing up for what is right, even in challenging situations. Lead by example, demonstrate honesty, and encourage ethical behavior in others.

The Role of Moral Integrity

“Have a heart that never hardens, and a temper that never tires, and a touch that never hurts.”

Develop resilience by setting realistic goals, learning from failures, and seeking support when needed. Practice stress-management techniques like mindfulness and maintain a positive outlook.

Resilience in Adversity

"I have been bent and broken, but - I hope - into a better shape."

"Hard Times" by Charles Dickens highlights the perils of industrialization and utilitarianism, showing dehumanization. Through vivid characters and a poignant narrative, it advocates empathy and a balance between reason and imagination, stressing the need for compassion in a changing world.

Dickens' satirical indictment of 19th century Utilitarianism “Do the wise thing and the kind thing too, and make the best of us and not the worst.” ― Charles Dickens, Hard Times Hard Times by Charles Dickens is his most unusual novel. It is substantially shorter than his others and is not set in London, but in a fictitious mil-town named Coketown. The novel follows the life of the young people and workers of Coketown as they seek to survive the utilitarian ideals manifest in the town. This Xist Classics edition has been professionally formatted for e-readers with a linked table of contents. This eBook also contains a bonus book club leadership guide and discussion questions. We hope you’ll share this book with your friends, neighbors and colleagues and can’t wait to hear what you have to say about it.Xist Publishing is a digital-first publisher. Xist Publishing creates books for the touchscreen generation and is dedicated to helping everyone develop a lifetime love of reading, no matter what form it takes

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Awkwardness is a normal part of life that can make us feel uncomfortable or self-conscious. However, embracing it can lead to growth and new experiences.<ul><li>Feeling awkward is normal.</li><li>It makes you more self-aware.</li><li>Helps you break out of your comfort zone.</li></ul>

Awkwardness for Growth

Don't be afraid to feel uncomfortable. It's just your chance to grow and learn something new.

<ul><li>Be open to new experiences</li><li>Embrace imperfection</li><li>Laugh at yourself</li><li>Stay positive</li><li>Embrace discomfort</li></ul>

How to embrace awkwardness

So next time you feel awkward, remember that it's just temporary and can lead to something great. Let go of fear and embrace awkwardness!

Embracing awkwardness can enhance our authenticity, deepen relationships, and cultivate a more genuine connection with ourselves and others.

Embrace Awkwardness 

People who tend to reflect and think deeply about themselves and their spiritual beliefs may experience these negative emotions 1. Isolation 2. Skepticism3. Loneliness4. Alienation5. Existential Angst6. Overthinking7. Spiritual Frustration

Negative feelings

Sometimes, they may feel disconnected or distant from others, struggling to find people who understand or appreciate their deeper thoughts and interests.

Isolation

Their tendency to question and analyze everything can lead to skepticism or cynicism towards societal norms, beliefs, or religious teachings.

Skepticism

Despite valuing solitude, they may feel lonely if they struggle to form meaningful connections with others who share their depth of thought and reflection.

Loneliness

In social settings that prioritize small talk and superficial interactions, they may feel out of place or disconnected from the conversation.

Alienation

Their contemplation of life's big questions may sometimes lead to existential angst or a sense of confusion about their purpose or the meaning of life.

Existential Angst

They may find themselves trapped in cycles of overthinking, analyzing every aspect of their lives and decisions, which can lead to anxiety and indecision.

Overthinking

Despite seeking spiritual fulfillment, they may feel frustrated if they cannot find satisfying answers or if they encounter closed-mindedness or hypocrisy within spiritual communities.

Spiritual Frustration

There is a significant amount of negativity that can often arise within people who are introspective and spiritually inclined. These people are often highly sensitive and in tune with their emotions, which can lead to intense feelings of sadness, anxiety, and discontent.

Negative feelings can be challenging to navigate, but with self-awareness, self-care, and support from others, we can find ways to address them and cultivate a sense of balance and well-being.

Some common negative feelings that people with a strong inclination towards introspection, analysis, and spiritual exploration may experience

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Negative Feelings Among Introspective and Spiritually Inclined

As long as you are alive, you will either live to accomplish your own goals and dreams, or be used as a resource to accomplish someone else's.

Do you know the problem with being average? Any single instance of things going awry can push you even below being average. According to Grant Cardone, being average has always been sold to us as the safe bet. Save a bit of money, live in small houses, drive small cars, save wherever you can and live average. But the problem is that you can easily be doubling your revenue, salary, health, lifestyle and whatever interests you the most. The key is long-term thinking rather than just focusing and stopping on being average.

Embracing Long Term Thinking And Not Being Average

Grant Cardone knows how to stop being average and he is here to teach us all his methodlogy. He suggests using the "10X" rule to increase yourchances of being successful. For example, once you have set yourself a goal, don't just double the efforts to achieve it, instead, put 10X efforts in achieving the goal. When you shoot for the moon, chances are, you land among the stars. So always shoot for the moon. If you know your business can survive with 10 clients, reach out to 100 clients and you'll end up with significantly higher number. Same goes with everything you do in the 10X way.

Focus On Big Goals

Grant Cardone teaches us about three types of actions we undergo in our daily lives. 1- No action: You are not inolving yourself in any action. Anything that needs to be done just doesn't.2- Retreat: You are not acting on something because you have had a bad experience and now you don't want to put in any action.3- Normal: You do as you are told and you mostly go by your day following to-do's and checklists. According to Grant Cardone, the Normal action is the most dangerous type of action. It pushes you the farthest towards mediocrity and you end up being average.

Normal Action Is Average, Massive Action Is Extraordinary

According to Grant Cardone, Massive Action is the answer. If you have had any experience where you did a ton of work in a short period of time or when you're passionate about a project or even when you did it due to some deadline, you had put massive action into that work. Massive action should be your default mode and that is how you are going to achieve extraordinary results. When yoh start putting more work, you reap more benefits of course but you'll also start experiencing more confidence, success and wealth.

So What's The Solution?

And lastly, putting more efforts doesn't necessarilly mean you should burn yourself out. You don't need to be a billionaire to be happy. You just need to actively work towards your betterment and improve your financial, physical and mental health. Take care of yourself, work hard and live your life to the fullest.

10X rule breaks down the strategies on achieving remarkable success by aiming high and reinforcing our ideas with the right tools.

Achieve "Massive Action" results and accomplish your business dreams! While most people operate with only three degrees of action-no action, retreat, or normal action-if you're after big goals, you don't want to settle for the ordinary. To reach the next level, you must understand the coveted 4th degree of action. This 4th degree, also know as the 10 X Rule, is that level of action that guarantees companies and individuals realize their goals and dreams. The 10 X Rule unveils the principle of "Massive Action," allowing you to blast through business clichŽs and risk-aversion while taking concrete steps to reach your dreams. It also demonstrates why people get stuck in the first three actions and how to move into making the 10X Rule a discipline. Find out exactly where to start, what to do, and how to follow up each action you take with more action to achieve Massive Action results. <ul> <li>Learn the "Estimation of Effort" calculation to ensure you exceed your targets</li> <li>Make the Fourth Degree a way of life and defy mediocrity</li> <li>Discover the time management myth</li> <li>Get the exact reasons why people fail and others succeed</li> <li>Know the exact formula to solve problems</li> </ul> Extreme success is by definition outside the realm of normal action. Instead of behaving like everybody else and settling for average results, take Massive Action with The 10 X Rule, remove luck and chance from your business equation, and lock in massive success.

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Grant Cardone is a world-renowned entrepreneur, author, speaker, investor, and coach. He owns and operates seven privately held companies, and a private equity real estate firm, Cardone Capital, with a multifamily portfolio of assets worth over $4 Billion. He is featured on Season 2 of Discovery Channel's Undercover Billionaire, where he takes on the challenge of building a million-dollar business in 90 days. Grant is also a New York Times bestselling author of 11 business books, including The 10X Rule.Cardone uses his massive 15-million plus following to give back via The Grant Cardone Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to mentoring underprivileged and troubled youth in financial literacy and entrepreneurship - especially those without a father figure.

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