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Isaac Odoma  ·  Issue #08

How to Deserve What You Want

New Essay

How to Deserve What You Want

Hey,

I've been sitting with this idea for a while — and I think it might be one of the more practical things I've written. It's about the gap between what we want and what we actually deserve. And what to do about it.

I hope you find it worth your time.

 

This Issue

How to Deserve What You Want

   

"To deserve is a stronger force than to desire. What you deserve is what you're most likely to get."

Everyone wants something. But not everyone gets what they want. In this essay I explore why — and what the most practical path forward actually looks like.

It comes down to a simple idea: the most reliable way to get what you want is to deserve it. But what does that actually require?

Read: How to Deserve What You Want  →

 

Also Worth Reading

 

Pain Plus Reflection Equals Progress — Farnam Street

Ray Dalio's idea that pain is a signal — not something to avoid but something to learn from. Relevant to this issue's theme.

 

Pain Plus Reflection Equals Progress — Farnam Street

Ray Dalio's idea that pain is a signal — not something to avoid but something to learn from. Relevant to this issue's theme.

 

Who is going with you?– A reflection

When you go for a walk with someone, something unspoken happens unconsciously, either you adjust to their pace, or they adjust to yours.

 

As always — if this made you think, I'd love to hear what came up for you. Just reply to this email.

Until next time,

Isaac

Isaac Odoma

Curated ideas on how to think better and live with more intention and purpose.

 

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