The Monk Who Sold his Ferrari
by Sharma, Robin · 118 highlights
No one should ever take life so seriously that they forget to laugh at themselves’.”
the best time to plant a tree was forty years ago. The second best time is today.
‘What would I do today if it was my last?’ Then think about how you would treat your family, your colleagues and even those who you don’t know.
“Act as if failure is impossible, and your success will be assured. Wipe out every thought of not achieving your objectives, whether they are material or spiritual. Be brave, and set no limits on the workings of your imagination. Never be a prisoner of your past. Become the architect of your future. You will never be the same.”
Time is your most precious commodity and it is non-renewable Focus on your priorities and maintain balance Simplify your life
The Ancient Rule of 20 Have the Courage to Say “NO” The Deathbed Mentality
when you work to improve the lives of others, you indirectly elevate your own life in the process.
Friends keep you humble when you get too self-righteous. Friends make you smile when you are taking yourself too seriously.
happiness is a journey, not a destination.
never put off happiness for the sake of achievement.
Today is the day to enjoy the fruits of your efforts. Today is the day to seize the moment and live a life that soars. Today is the day to live from your imagination and harvest your dreams.
The best gift you could ever give your children is your love. Get to know them again. Show them that they are far more important to you than the fleeting rewards of your professional career.
You can marvel at the diamonds along the way or you can keep running through all your days, chasing that elusive pot of gold at the end of the rainbow that ultimately reveals itself to be empty. Enjoy the special moments that every day offers because today, this day is all you have.”
When you start spending even five minutes a day practicing the art of gratitude, you will cultivate the richness of living that you are looking for.
life doesn’t always give you what you ask for, but it always gives you what you need.”
Starting today, learn more, laugh more and do what you truly love to do.
Never sacrifice happiness for achievement
Stop being a prisoner of your past. Become the architect of your future. The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari