Buffett has spoken about several principles that contribute to his happiness: He does work he loves He has said he "tap dances to work." He spends most of his day reading, thinking, and making investment decisions, which he genuinely enjoys. He values relationships over money Buffett frequently says that the quality of your relationships determines the quality of your life. He believes that being loved by the people you want to love you is the ultimate measure of success. He avoids unnecessary stress He delegates effectively. He avoids constant meetings and maintains a relatively uncluttered schedule. He reads extensively He reportedly spends 5–6 hours a day reading annual reports, newspapers, books, and business material. Reading gives him both pleasure and an investment edge. He keeps life simple He still lives in the house he bought in Omaha in 1958. He has few extravagant hobbies. He avoids lifestyle inflation. He thin...
Author: Brad Stulberg Core Thesis: Excellence is not about outperforming others or chasing endless achievement. It is about becoming fully engaged in a meaningful pursuit , consistently doing your best, and finding fulfillment in the process rather than external rewards. In a world driven by comparison, distraction, and relentless optimization, true excellence comes from cultivating inner stability, purpose, and disciplined practice. The Eight Principles of Excellence 1. Define Excellence for Yourself Society often equates excellence with: Wealth Fame Prestige Power Recognition Stulberg argues that these are outcomes , not excellence itself. Instead, excellence means: "Consistently becoming the best version of yourself in service of something meaningful." Ask: What truly matters to me? What kind of person do I want to become? What contribution do I want to make? 2. Focus on Process, Not Outcomes Outcomes are: uncertain influenced by...