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Hi Chris,
Thanks for the video – it only strengthened my resolve to not only achieve financial freedom but do it in a way that is fulfilling. And the only way it can be is when you make it about other people, not just yourself.
By the way, I really enjoy having you as my coach in the SWS and have been getting so much out of the course.
More videos please!
Hey chief, Great post. I had a kind of similar story as well. A good friend of mine was Cashing in real estate in a big way a few years ago. He was probably about 27. Huge house, nice cars, beautiful wife, etc… But his goal was to have a million dollars in the bank.
And I remember going on a cruise with him and we were on the ship looking out into the beautiful ocean, and I was just in the moment happy to be there and have this view. He was reflecting on his life and told me that as soon as he was a cash millionaire that he would focus on his family, his spirituality, and so on. He was not a happy person with all the money he had then and it just got worse. Within a year he was divorced, bankrupt, and deep in depression.
I could keep ranting on but the point is you have to be happy now, enjoy the journey, if your miserable and unappreciative now, it will just intensify when the money comes. Don’t sacrifice your family, or values, or health now thinking it will be better when you arrive at your goal and all problems will magically disappear. There is no reason for it. Enjoy your journeys and learn from your miseries.
Chris… Thanks for being real. Having been rich and able to buy the ultimate misery, I can honestly relate. Now that I cannot afford to buy any more misery, I’ve learned how to be really thankful and happy for what I have rather than long for more. Life is really good. It’s a pleasure to follow you and watch your journey. …Howard
Yeah, I didn’t talk about this in the video, but a friend of mine had his life more or less ruined by having too much money flow his way too quickly. He just wasn’t ready for it and ended up falling HARD . . . surrounded by parasites and maggots and people who just wanted to use him.
Personally, I feel like I’m on the edge of stepping up to a higher level personally and professionally. Just trying to make sure my head is on straight before I take the big leap =-)
Jeremy Reeves May 12th
Awesome job being transparent dude – your situation is something that’s incredibly hard to “own up to” for most people.
One of THE best things I ever did that completely changed the way I look at life is to simply learn to love and/or accept every moment you’re in – no matter what’s going on.
You just made a $10k sale. Love it and live in the moment for as long as you can.
You just got dumped by your girlfriend. Accept it and move on (and if it was a long-term thing, allow yourself to grieve for a day or 2…but then get over it and move on)
There’s no question that money doesn’t buy happiness, but of course the lack of money can certainly make you unhappy. The issues you raise are spiritual in nature, whether you call it that or not. Why are we here? What DOES make us happy, really? How do we make it last longer than a moment? Very important questions, very hard to answer easily. The balancing act of being in the present and enjoying what there is there to enjoy, while at the same time working to improve your situation and that of your loved ones, is quite a balancing act, but the only worthwhile gig around, to my mind.
Yes, you’re right on track…Its funny, I went through
this recently…well, a few years back, and I too can
remember ‘watching the wheels fall off’.
I look back on it now and thank my lucky stars for it…
I now live a much more present and grateful life, it only
takes a little cash to make sure you live…
It takes plenty of belly laughs, smiles, tears and genuine
experiences to live a great life!
Step up mate…smile and enjoy life as it is, and as it is not!
James.K
Ross May 12th
Think back to the ramen days of college, when 20 bones was all you needed to have some fun.
I’ve been most miserable when I made the most money. I’m talking about reaching the “what does it all mean” moments.
I think when you can align your values with your work product, you’re ahead of the game.
Rick Lugash May 13th
Interestingly enough, I get the chance to listen to many thought leaders or “gurus”, especially the ones in personal development. For me, what makes people powerful is their ability to say what’s true for them. I’ve seen you on stage and have even interviewed you, and now have a much greater appreciation for you having watched this video.
BTW…thanks for the referral to Mason at the Ryan Lee event. We’ve just started working with him and his contribution great so far.
Great transparency Chris Thank you for sharing so openly.
I have had plenty of money before, not having to worry even about working, and those were some great days in my life, though certainly not emotionally great all the time. It was a really rough period of time for me. However, it did allow me to work through the emotions on my own timing, which was nice.
I have also had steady income where I didn’t worry about money, and been totally miserable, as in becoming chemically depressed, because my job was not utilizing my full potential.
I know that I have become much happier lately by adding back in personal things I love doing that are very much a part of my nature. That is just the crumb of the delicious cake that I am baking these days. So many great things are unfolding!
There isn’t a day that I look back and wish that I was still in those 9-5 jobs making steady income by underutilizing my talents!
Chris "Mr. Moneyfingers" Haddad...
Results-based marketing consultant, frankly-awesome direct response copywriter, strangely good dancer, capitalist hippie and all around great guy. On this site he shares all sorts of tips and tricks on how to make good money in bad times... opines fiercely on things that matter to him and occasionally goes a tad bit nuts. Plus he can do that thing with his eyebrow.
Scott May 12th
This.
Carmena May 12th
Hi Chris,
Thanks for the video – it only strengthened my resolve to not only achieve financial freedom but do it in a way that is fulfilling. And the only way it can be is when you make it about other people, not just yourself.
By the way, I really enjoy having you as my coach in the SWS and have been getting so much out of the course.
More videos please!
Namaste,
Carmena
Brandon May 12th
Hey chief, Great post. I had a kind of similar story as well. A good friend of mine was Cashing in real estate in a big way a few years ago. He was probably about 27. Huge house, nice cars, beautiful wife, etc… But his goal was to have a million dollars in the bank.
And I remember going on a cruise with him and we were on the ship looking out into the beautiful ocean, and I was just in the moment happy to be there and have this view. He was reflecting on his life and told me that as soon as he was a cash millionaire that he would focus on his family, his spirituality, and so on. He was not a happy person with all the money he had then and it just got worse. Within a year he was divorced, bankrupt, and deep in depression.
I could keep ranting on but the point is you have to be happy now, enjoy the journey, if your miserable and unappreciative now, it will just intensify when the money comes. Don’t sacrifice your family, or values, or health now thinking it will be better when you arrive at your goal and all problems will magically disappear. There is no reason for it. Enjoy your journeys and learn from your miseries.
Good one Chris!
Take Care,
Brandon Ellis
Howard Howell May 12th
Chris… Thanks for being real. Having been rich and able to buy the ultimate misery, I can honestly relate. Now that I cannot afford to buy any more misery, I’ve learned how to be really thankful and happy for what I have rather than long for more. Life is really good. It’s a pleasure to follow you and watch your journey. …Howard
Chris Haddad May 12th
Hey Brandon,
Yeah, I didn’t talk about this in the video, but a friend of mine had his life more or less ruined by having too much money flow his way too quickly. He just wasn’t ready for it and ended up falling HARD . . . surrounded by parasites and maggots and people who just wanted to use him.
Personally, I feel like I’m on the edge of stepping up to a higher level personally and professionally. Just trying to make sure my head is on straight before I take the big leap =-)
Jeremy Reeves May 12th
Awesome job being transparent dude – your situation is something that’s incredibly hard to “own up to” for most people.
One of THE best things I ever did that completely changed the way I look at life is to simply learn to love and/or accept every moment you’re in – no matter what’s going on.
You just made a $10k sale. Love it and live in the moment for as long as you can.
You just got dumped by your girlfriend. Accept it and move on (and if it was a long-term thing, allow yourself to grieve for a day or 2…but then get over it and move on)
Good stuff bud,
Jeremy Reeves
http://www.ControlBeatingCopy.com
Sara Chapman in Seattle May 12th
There’s no question that money doesn’t buy happiness, but of course the lack of money can certainly make you unhappy. The issues you raise are spiritual in nature, whether you call it that or not. Why are we here? What DOES make us happy, really? How do we make it last longer than a moment? Very important questions, very hard to answer easily. The balancing act of being in the present and enjoying what there is there to enjoy, while at the same time working to improve your situation and that of your loved ones, is quite a balancing act, but the only worthwhile gig around, to my mind.
Yeah, great weather out there!
James Klobasa May 12th
Hey Chris…
Yes, you’re right on track…Its funny, I went through
this recently…well, a few years back, and I too can
remember ‘watching the wheels fall off’.
I look back on it now and thank my lucky stars for it…
I now live a much more present and grateful life, it only
takes a little cash to make sure you live…
It takes plenty of belly laughs, smiles, tears and genuine
experiences to live a great life!
Step up mate…smile and enjoy life as it is, and as it is not!
James.K
Ross May 12th
Think back to the ramen days of college, when 20 bones was all you needed to have some fun.
I’ve been most miserable when I made the most money. I’m talking about reaching the “what does it all mean” moments.
I think when you can align your values with your work product, you’re ahead of the game.
Rick Lugash May 13th
Interestingly enough, I get the chance to listen to many thought leaders or “gurus”, especially the ones in personal development. For me, what makes people powerful is their ability to say what’s true for them. I’ve seen you on stage and have even interviewed you, and now have a much greater appreciation for you having watched this video.
BTW…thanks for the referral to Mason at the Ryan Lee event. We’ve just started working with him and his contribution great so far.
Amy Woidtke May 18th
Great transparency Chris
Thank you for sharing so openly.
I have had plenty of money before, not having to worry even about working, and those were some great days in my life, though certainly not emotionally great all the time. It was a really rough period of time for me. However, it did allow me to work through the emotions on my own timing, which was nice.
I have also had steady income where I didn’t worry about money, and been totally miserable, as in becoming chemically depressed, because my job was not utilizing my full potential.
I know that I have become much happier lately by adding back in personal things I love doing that are very much a part of my nature. That is just the crumb of the delicious cake that I am baking these days. So many great things are unfolding!
There isn’t a day that I look back and wish that I was still in those 9-5 jobs making steady income by underutilizing my talents!
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