We all have to survive/tools.
Okay. We all have to survive in this world. It would be a little better if you can thrive so as we can create comfort for ourselves down the road. In this ever changing technological world, I cannot help to think about what tools would be essential for creating comfort.The first tool that comes to mind is knowledge. I think an obsession with knowledge is just as bad as not having any knowledge. There has to be a balance. In my opinion, the balance is created with knowledge and real life experiences.
The next tool that comes to mind is a network of friends. I was once told, it is not what you know...but who you know. I think in order to become part of a network, you need to have something to contribute within that network. With that said, that saying I heard is partially true. It helps to know something as to not become a sponge to that network...but to also contribute and become one of its assets.
The third tool that comes to mind is reputation. It is difficult to thrive in society if you have a bad reputation. Especially with social media, it is easy for your reputation to get spotted. Treat people with respect is important.
The forth tool that comes to mind...actually has to do with the mind. A healthy and happy mindset allows you to perceive reality clearer and have the motivation to achieve comfort. Not to mention, the capacity to better understand (coupled with knowledge).
The fifth tool I can think of is the ability to manage your finances effectively. It don't matter what sort of money you make, if you spend it as it comes in your wallet....it will be difficult to create comfort down the road.
The sixth tool....the ability to discern friends and lover(s). This comes with some knowledge and some experience. I have always said, allowing the wrong person in your life can create a hell on earth for yourself. However, it is said that humans are social creatures and yearn for companionship. So be careful, but yet...allow people in your life.
Are there any other tools you believe have helped you in life that you would encourage somebody who is entering this world to use?
Happy Sunday to you all.
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I'm still trying to figure out what MOLLY meant with her comment about a CAN OPENER. I gotta see if there is a Can Opener mentioned in the Birds & Bees book.
Sorry Molly.....
There is only one tool I have. That is to always remember, I only have control of myself. My thoughts, words and deeds. Everyone else can use their tools that I have no control of.
There is only one tool I have. That is to always remember, I only have control of myself. My thoughts, words and deeds. Everyone else can use their tools that I have no control of.
The power tool.
You ruined nothing BTW.
No, you aren't pestering me at all, you can ask me as many questions as you like and would answer them as soon as I can.
Not quite sure if I want to continue this conversation on a public forum to be honest but, would definitely respond your question-maybe send this to you privately.
Thanks.
As for survival skills. I remember that ole saying, "Give a person a Service Station Hamburger, and they will eat for that day, night, whatever. But, let that person go sell aluminum cans and plastic bottles, and they will be able to go buy their own darn service station hamburgers everyday."
I kind of like that saying. I think I saw an Motivational Poster with that saying on it for sale somewhere. That way, business offices can post it up for their sales people and such.
So....maybe another tool would be learning to be somewhat curious?
Absolutely.
As technology advances many things will change including the high prices to sustain the middleman. Yet the jobs and income derived from technology is also being used to educate kids on a different level in developing nations. Like youtube teaches people how to build and repair stuff, but that's not all by a long stretch.
Too many comments but I read a few.