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Episode 3138:
Chris Guillebeau reflects on the allure of the lottery fantasy and shares why he’s chosen to let it go for good. Instead of hoping for sudden wealth, he champions the satisfaction of building a life rooted in purpose, autonomy, and earned success, an empowering reminder to create the life we want, rather than wish for it.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisguillebeau.com/giving-up-the-lottery-fantasy/
Quotes to ponder:
"I am thrilled with the life I am building. I do not want the state of Washington, or any other government entity, to give me my ticket to happiness. I want to earn it."
"My decision is that I don’t want the money-for-nothing; I want to create my own happiness and my own amazing life."
"What if life was what you want it to be because you made it that way? What would you do then?"
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