Being thankful for what you already have.
Ask HN: What skills do you think are necessary to succeed in life?
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#12Don't kill yourself.
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#13The ability to follow rules, unless of course you're the one making the rules. Picking up what I'm putting down?
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#14An effective theory of change. http://www.aaronsw.com/weblog/theoryofchange
I'd say IQ, but that isn't a skill, now is it?
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#161. Set goals but stay flexible and open to the unexpected opportunity or barrier.
2. Find ways to slow down, be in the moment and enjoy life's pleasures
3. Do some hard things - don't always take the easy road
4. Take some risks - failure doesn't have to crush you
5. Actively and deeply love a few people
6. Be generous
7. Be curious and keep learning
8. Commit to something bigger than yourself
9. Recognize the contributions of others and express thanks
10. Find or create good teams.
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#17Be confident. There are plenty of people ready to tell you why you're wrong/crazy/stupid/naive and that will eat away at your confidence. At the end of the day you have to make your own decisions. Don't give up because someone else doesn't have the balls to start.
Surround yourself with people you admire and drop those who hold you back. This is tough because many of the friends we make over the years can be toxic for our growth. Many people hate change. They'll see you start to improve and things will get weird between you. Don't let them pull you back down. If they don't want to grow with you, say goodbye.
Identify what makes you uncomfortable and do more of it. Not much of a talker? Start going to every meetup you can. Afraid of crowds? Start giving talks and presentations.
There is a great blog by Mixergy guest Todd Smith called Little Things Matter. Google it, it's great.
Re: Ask HN: What skills do you think are necessary to succeed in life?
#18Learn how to lose your baggage and debug yourself.