You can either fit in or stand out. Not both.
Relying too much on proof distracts you from the real missionโwhich is emotional connection.
When you fall in love with the system, you lose the ability to grow.
The lizard isn't listening and the lizard doesn't care.
More time on the problem isn't the way. More guts is. When you expose yourself to the opportunities that scare you, you create something scarce, something others won't do.
Extraordinary benefits accrue to the tiny minority of people who are able to push just a tiny bit longer than most.