Comment by hollywood_court

My number one tools are arrogance and self-respect.

I spent a few months visiting a therapist once per week. He said my arrogance is probably the most significant driver behind my success.

Statically speaking, I should be dead, in prison, or broke with multiple illegitimate children or addicted to drugs and alcohol.

I kept telling myself that I was better than my family members and peers who made those choices. I had to distinguish myself from my entire family to succeed.

I am a hyper-critical individual and most of that criticism is towards myself. Every time I do something or make a purchase, I ask myself if I'm treating myself with respect.