Modern Wisdom #301 - Steven Bartlett - Lessons In Creating A Successful Life
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Mar 29, 2021 
Steven Bartlett, the founder of Social Chain and author of Happy Sexy Millionaire, delves into the real meaning of success. He discusses the hollow feelings that can accompany material wealth, sharing that £13 in a chicken shop can be more fulfilling than stock market achievements. Steven highlights the often-overlooked skill of quitting as essential for growth, along with the detrimental effects of social media on self-worth. His reflections encourage a deeper pursuit of joy and self-actualization over societal definitions of success.
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Why a Book?
- Steven Bartlett explains why he wrote "Happy Sexy Millionaire" despite having a large online presence.
- He wanted to explore deeper meaning and counter the superficiality of social media.
Early Goals
- At 18, Bartlett's goal was to be a "happy sexy millionaire" before 25, driven by a strong self-belief.
- This belief stemmed from his independent upbringing and the realization that achieving anything required his own actions.
Building Self-Belief
- Self-belief is built upon personal evidence and experiences, not just affirmations.
- Positive experiences build self-belief slower than negative ones erode it.
