Tag: personal growth
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Power of Simplicity in Investing
Why Staying the Course Matters In the world of investing, it’s easy to get caught up in the excitement of market trends, the allure of quick gains, and the constant barrage of advice urging you to take action. But sometimes, the best strategy is to do nothing at all. Warren Buffett, the legendary investor, captured…
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Journey of Change
Why Continuous Effort Matters Change is an inevitable part of life. Whether it’s advancing in your career, healing from a personal loss, helping your children thrive, or improving your health, change is something we all strive for. But what many people don’t realize is that change isn’t just a single event. It’s not something that…
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Living with Intention
Why We Must Embrace Life Today, Not Tomorrow We often live as though we’re immortal in our desires but fragile and fleeting in our fears. We plan for some distant future—retirement at 50, slowing down at 60—believing we have all the time in the world. But life doesn’t come with guarantees. How many of us…
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The Preciousness of Time
A Reflection on How We Spend Our Lives In the hustle and bustle of modern life, it’s easy to feel like time slips through our fingers. We often catch ourselves saying, “Life is too short,” as if the hours, days, and years are never enough. But is life really too short, or do we simply…
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Understanding the Yugas
The Journey of Good & Evil Through Time The concept of the Yugas, as described in ancient texts like the Shrimad Bhagavatam, offers a profound understanding of the cyclical nature of time and morality. Each Yuga represents a distinct era with its own duration, characteristics, and challenges. The Four Yugas: The Battle Within: As we…
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Why Everyone Should Read
The Power of Books to Transform Your Life Reading has been a transformative force in my life, especially when I lacked role models and mentors in my environment. Despite a deep desire to grow and evolve, I found myself without guidance. This challenge led me to the world of books, where I discovered a wealth…
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Wisdom of Water
A Lesson in Patience, Adaptability, and Resilience Water is one of nature’s most profound teachers, embodying the qualities of patience, persistence, and adaptability. It doesn’t resist; it simply flows. When you place your hand in the water, you don’t feel resistance—you feel a gentle caress. Water doesn’t act as a barrier; instead, it moves effortlessly…
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The Mindset of a Successful Investor
FFB-Post 28 (Bonus) When it comes to investing, being the smartest person in the room isn’t always enough. Even Sir Isaac Newton, one of history’s greatest minds, lost millions in the South Sea Company bubble. So, what separates successful investors from the rest? It boils down to mindset. 1. PatienceImpatience is a surefire way to…
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Portfolio Management Rules
FFB-Post 27 “Never put all your eggs in one basket.” This age-old wisdom is at the heart of portfolio management. Diversification isn’t just a strategy; it’s a necessity. Warren Buffett once said, “Diversification is protection against ignorance.” Even the greatest investors understand that no one can predict the market completely. Here are some key rules…
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Portfolio Management
FFB-Post 26 When it comes to investing, there are generally two types of investors: those who diversify and those who don’t. The latter may experience some initial success, but they often end up losing everything because nobody can be right all the time. On the other hand, the investor who diversifies is more likely to…
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Dividend Yield: Consistent Returns
FFB-Post 24 Dividend Yield is a crucial metric for evaluating stocks, especially if you’re investing with a focus on earning consistent dividends. The basic idea is to invest in solid businesses that are not only profitable but also consistently share their profits with shareholders in the form of dividends. How to Calculate Dividend Yield: Let’s…
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The Price to Earnings Ratio
FFB-Post 23 The Price to Earnings Ratio (P/E Ratio) is a vital tool in the investor’s toolkit. Unlike the Price to Book Ratio, which focuses on a company’s asset value, the P/E Ratio assesses how much you’re paying for a company’s ability to generate earnings. The goal is to ensure that you’re not overpaying for…
