As you get richer, the way you view the world changes as well.
You see it with different eyes, depending on what the world is and how it works.
These are 15 ways your worldview changes.
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The real value of money
Up to a certain point, money brings happiness and safety. But as you get richer, all that changes rapidly.
You see, after your bank account serves its purpose of making you secure and financially independent, it goes into the next stage, where you use it as a tool for opportunities and freedom.
It allows you to start things not to make a profit from them but because you enjoy doing them.
That’s why some really rich people start things like simple, small restaurants.
They know they won’t make a huge profit from it, but they just want to have a restaurant or a themed coffee shop.
Because, as you see, things not built to make a profit usually have more soul in them.
But you need to already have a lot of money to have the freedom to do that.
In the end, you understand that money has two values.
The first one is transactional, where you sell things for a profit and use the profit to sustain your life. It’s a market-driven value.
The second one is a soul-driven value.
You know you are wealthy when the money leaving your pocket is buying you freedom.
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How risk works
In every culture, there is some kind of saying that goes somewhere along the lines of:
“It’s not worth sacrificing what you already have for something you might not get.”
- In English, “a bird in the hand is worth two in the bush.”
- In German, there’s “better the sparrow in the hand than the dove on the roof.”
- In Chinese, it’s “better to be the head of a chicken than the tail of a phoenix.”
All these sayings teach you to not sacrifice what you have, even if what you have is significantly worse than what you might get.
And early on, it’s a good way to keep yourself grounded.
But as you get richer, you understand that’s not how risk works.
You know that the potential for a higher reward always comes from some sort of risk because nothing is 100% certain.
It requires you to step outside of your comfort zone, adapt to new situations, and become more resilient.
Avoiding risks altogether is in itself a risk of stagnation.
If you try, you might make it.
But if you don’t, you will 100% not make it.
3
The perception of time as an investment
Most people look at time in the past tense. But as you get richer, that changes quickly.
How long it has passed since something happened, or for how long they’ve been doing something.
And this perception of time has little value. You can’t do much with it.
But on the other hand, as you get wealthier, you start to look at time from a future perspective, or “How long will it take you to make something happen?”
You start to look at time as a resource that is constantly depleting and nothing will ever stop it.
It’s constantly draining until it reaches 0 and no one can do anything about it.
This new perspective makes you look at time as something that must be used constantly because it cannot be saved up for future time.
Imagine having a bank account with millions of dollars in it.
However, a mysterious entity withdraws one dollar from it every second.
And the only way to stop this from happening is for you to spend those dollars yourself.
You see, it’s the same way with the days left in your life.
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Social circles
Your social circles evolve in a pretty interesting way throughout your life.
You start with family, since they are the first people you meet. Then you move on to classmates from middle school and high school.
You meet them because you are in the same circumstances that brought you all together.
Then you move to neighborhood friends, which are your classmates that live close by and are not total dicks.
And after a couple of years, they become your first social circle of people you know and trust.
After that, you eventually get to meet colleagues, who are classmates, by getting paid to be there.
And for most people, that’s when social evolution stops and repeats itself.
Colleagues become work friends, which become your social circle, and that’s it.
And up until this point, all the people you’ve been were because of circumstances that brought you physically together.
But other people move beyond that, towards a new evolution of the social circle, which is an international network.
This is when you specifically search for people with similar goals and interests, regardless of who they are or where they live.
You actively meet other people to build bigger and better things together.
And you understand that the power of a network cannot be underestimated.
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Charity and philanthropy
There is great satisfaction when you help someone else without wanting anything in return. It’s one of the greatest joys of life.
But it’s a joy you can’t partake in when you barely have enough for yourself.
When a billion-dollar corporation asks you to donate money for the kids, when you buy a $1 hamburger, something feels a bit off, for some reason.
But when you get wealthy, not only can you help individual people who show great promise by giving them opportunities and opening doors, but you can also help entire causes or communities.
There’s something really special about being in a position to help an entire village get free water forever or set up new technology in a poor school.
The satisfaction is immeasurable and the impact you can have on other people can be life-changing.
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Investment Mindset
There are two very distinct attitudes between wealthy people and everyone else when it comes to paychecks.
Most people think of how much they earn, how much they spend, and, in some cases, how much they save.
And that’s it. As long as those things are somehow balanced, they are good.
But when you get wealthy, the only things you care about in terms of your paycheck are how much you invest and how profitable your assets are.
Because the assets made you wealthy in the first place.
You see, contrary to popular belief, there is no way you can work your way up to being wealthy.
Needless to say, you can’t save your way up either.
If you think jobs can make you wealthy, you are gravely mistaken.
“But Alux, football players have hundreds of millions of dollars, and that’s a job.”
No, the real money comes from their assets, which are their name and face.
The asset sells match tickets, merchandise, and sponsorships. Nobody wins the World Cup for the prize money.
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You seek authenticity and craftsmanship
As you get richer, your appreciation for authenticity and craftsmanship changes.
This means you get a deeper understanding and respect for the time, skill, and artistry behind products and services.
Your life and everything that’s in it become intentional and more reflective of your deeper values.
You get things that are good for you, not because they are popular or seen as luxurious.
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Global perspective
At a certain level, business, interests, and politics will always collide in one way or another.
It’s bound to happen when you are operating on a global scale.
And navigating those waters is an actual skill.
You learn how to deal with people, what compromises are worth making, and what’s not worth the trouble.
With wealth, you gain access to diverse cultures and ideologies, leading to a more nuanced understanding of global issues.
You start to see the interconnectedness of economies, politics, and societies.
It’s a mindset shift from individual to global.
9
Health and wellness
Money provides the means to take care of your health on a professional level.
Personal trainers, nutritionists, and wellness coaches become part of your routine.
But a deeper shift happens at the same time.
You start seeing your health from a deeper perspective.
Your health means the quality of the time you have left and how much of that time there is.
In essence, you start to see health not just as living disease-free but as a vital component of a high-quality life.
10
Education and knowledge
When you get richer, you change and start seeing learning as a never-ending journey.
It’s not just about degrees or formal education.
You dive into different topics because you know learning new things makes you both smarter and better in life and business.
Wealthy people are always curious and hungry for new information.
They read, attend seminars, and keep up with the latest in their field and beyond.
They understand that to keep growing their wealth, they need to keep growing their knowledge.
Education becomes a lifelong habit, not just a step toward getting a job.
11
Legacy and impact
When you get richer, your thoughts often change to what you’ll leave behind.
It’s not just about money, but about making a lasting difference.
Wealthy people think about how they can impact future generations and the world.
This might mean setting up charities, starting businesses that help the community, or supporting important causes.
It’s all about leaving a positive mark that lasts longer than a lifetime.
And also, it’s about giving the best possible opportunities to those that come after you.
12
Power and influence
As your wealth grows, so does your understanding of the power and influence you hold.
Rich individuals often realize they can make significant changes, not just in their lives but in the broader world.
This can mean having a say in big decisions, shaping industries, or influencing policies.
It’s about recognizing that with great wealth comes the ability to make a real difference.
This newfound power is seen not just as a privilege but also as a responsibility to make positive changes.
Wealth allows you to do things that very few people get the chance to do.
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Sustainability and responsibility
Gaining wealth often brings a new awareness of sustainability and ethical responsibilities.
The more affluent you become, the more you understand the impact of your actions on the environment and society.
Wealthy people start to think about how they can use their resources in ways that are beneficial and sustainable for the long term.
14
Cultural appreciation
As wealth increases, so does exposure to and appreciation for diverse cultures.
Affluence often brings opportunities to travel and interact with people from various backgrounds, leading to a deeper understanding and respect for different ways of life.
Wealthy individuals tend to develop a broader perspective, valuing the richness that cultural diversity brings to their experiences.
This isn’t just about enjoying global cuisines or art; it’s about genuinely valuing and learning from different cultural perspectives and histories.
It’s recognizing that the world is a tapestry of cultures, and wealth allows one to explore and appreciate this tapestry in depth.
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Personal fulfillment
You’d expect that along with increasing wealth, there’s also a notable shift towards personal fulfillment.
But that’s not exactly the case after a certain point.
After important things are taken care of, all that’s left to do is have a meaningful and joyous life, which doesn’t come from wealth at that point.
And that’s a personal thing.
Some people retire completely in a lake house somewhere in New Zealand.
Others buy a farm, while others invest heavily in the new generation.
The idea is that after a certain point, you tend to go back to doing the things you enjoyed doing as a kid.
These are the 15 ways your worldview changes as you get richer. It helps to know where you’re going. See you next time!
