Joey Style
Yes, I did say last week that I was trying to focus on new experiences, but little did I know that a baby Kangaroo was in my future. I was kind thinking trying new food or getting back to drawing not getting an exotic animal for the ranch. I’m not sure how I feel about it yet…. but I do have to admit, it’s pretty darn cute.
Hanging with a Joey is way more fun than reading the news about mortgage lenders. It’s certainly not 2008 but it is an interesting time. FULL OF OPPORTUNITY! Thank God we have a rock solid balance sheet.
Notes that Resonated:
Mathew 17:20, where Jesus says: Truly I tell you. If you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain “Move from here to there”and it would move.
Nothing would be impossible with mustard seed size faith and belief.
You’re better off starting something that is completely imperfect than holding off because you have a delusion of perfection in your head. That won’t come right out of the box! (Start before you are ready)
Greatness is not glamourous or sexy. It messy, dirty hard work,
Unless you try something beyond what you have mastered you will never grow
Benefits of early Homeownership : Homeownership leads to greater wealth for those who buy earlier. An analysis from the Urban Institute estimates that those who became homeowners between the ages of 25 and 34 accumulated $150,000 in median housing wealth by their early 60s. Meanwhile, those who waited until between the ages of 35 and 44 to buy netted $72,000 less in median housing wealth.
Housing marketing shifting and into a recession. The decorations of sales is creating more opportunities for buyers to be picky “We are in a housing recession,” said Lawrence Yun, chief economist for the NAR https://www.wsj.com/articles/existing-home-sales-prices-housing-market-july-2022-11660774574?st=azlgyf4hcxomt46&reflink=article_copyURL_share
it’s the wasp that you’re not paying attention to that stings you
Homeownership research:
https://www.urban.org/research/publication/future-headship-and-homeownership
Things to read:
GREAT BOOK!: On the surface this book is about learning how to take outstanding notes so you can access and information that resonated with you at a moment’s notice. But in actuality this book is about sparking creativity and unlocking potential in your mind you never know was there. It helps you open your mind to what is possible. I absolutely loved this book and got a ton of take-aways. This is a great book for students, writers, content creators, and lifelong learners.
Podcasts I listened to:
Podcast: mindset. Stop being negative (great lessons on mindset and controlling your life narrative)
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-mindset-mentor/id1033048640?i=1000575750711
Videos watched:
KL shared a video with me from this creator. I fell down a rabbit as I watched his growth and journey. Pretty interesting guy and he has some really good perspectives that are different from the mainstream productivity guys.
Don’t be a YouTube failure: mistakes when you make video content (tips to improve ;) ) https://youtu.be/lCi0ldq3UGk YouTube fundamentals and mistakes
Will smith inspirational video clip
- You want something go get it! https://youtu.be/RRNqoqFzTi0
Top Quotes:
Napolean hill said, "desire backed by faith knows no such word as impossible."
“you become what you give your attention to” -Epictetus
Will Smith said: “When most of the people can’t do something themselves, they will tell you that you can’t do it.”
Stop focusing on how stressed you are and remember how blessed you are
“Hang around four millionaires and you’ll probably be the fifth.” In the same vein is the phrase “Hang around four criminals and you’ll probably be the fifth.” - Colin O'Brady
Things Discovered: Kangaroos- Fun Facts…. Joeys are born after only 35 days (the size of jelly bean) but then develop for 6 months in the pouch…. In times of drought the they suspend maturation for months at a time until the drought subsides. Crazy that they can “suspend animation”. Amazing!
Food & Drink:
Greek style ribs (BBQ): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/barbecue-secrets/id118228641?i=1000346322592
Recipe: https://barbecuesecrets.libsyn.com/recipe-of-the-week-greek-style-ribs
Homemade Coffee, Fudge ripple- No churn Ice cream: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/delicious-no-churn-ice-cream-with-joy-the-baker/id1537445257?i=1000569251472
Cool Stuff: Ice cream canteen: It’s like a Yeti for your ice cream!