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Friend,
Let’s cut straight to it - growth hurts, and the truth is often the hardest pill to swallow.
Over the next few minutes, we’re going to lay it all out:
10 painful truths everyone should accept in life:
1. You're gonna fail, a lot
The ones we call successful have seen failure more than you know.
Successful people just refuse to give up.
2. People will disappoint you
The only person you can rely on is you.
The best thing you can do is to stop expecting too much from people.
Not everyone wants what's best for you.
3. You can't change people
You can only change yourself.
You may influence people, but in the end, it's them making decisions to evolve.
Invest your energy in fixing yourself.
If they really wanted to change, they'd elevate with you.
4. You can't change your past
Accept that it's done.
You can't go back.
All you can do is learn from those lessons and become a better person.
That's what the past is for.
Not to dwell on it.
5. The future is unpredictable
There's always something that will surprise you.
Life loves throwing curveballs.
Wondering about "what if..." questions won't lead you anywhere except to anxiety.
Instead, chase long-term goals no matter what challenge you face on your way.
6. Nothing is permanent
Nothing in life is truly forever.
Good times.
Bad times.
All of it.
So, appreciate every positive moment, loving person, and accomplishment.
And know that the storm will eventually pass.
7. Your comfort zone is your main problem
Do you want to keep achieving your goals?
You need to leave your comfort zone right now.
Face your fears.
Your comfort zone is carefree, but it’s killing your potential and progress.
8. Some friends are here for a reason or a season
Losing friends is an unavoidable part of growing up.
People change and it's okay to let them go.
Not everyone needs to be in your life forever.
9. 99% of people don't care about you until you have something that can benefit them
Ask yourself:
Do they want what's best FOR me or what's best FROM me?
10. No one has it all figured out
The world is complicated.
We all have problems and no one has mastered life.
Instead of comparing yourself to others, work on fixing your own issues and focus on your well-being.
Reply to this email with a ❤️ if you enjoyed this message.
I’ll see you next week.
Much love,
Mason - Founder of New Mentalities