The Darius Foroux Show: Mindset, Business, Money Darius Foroux

I’m very introverted. I truly enjoy (and need) time alone. Too much social contact drains my energy.



One misconception about introverts is that they lack confidence. People falsely assume that we don’t want to be around others for that reason.



In her book, Quiet, psychologist Susan Cain calls that concept the “Extrovert Ideal.” It’s the widespread belief that being outgoing, assertive, and socially proactive makes a person successful. As it turns out, introversion has its own set of strengths and advantages.



According to Cain, some of these strengths include better problem-solving skills, more creativity, empathy, and the ability to work independently.



In my experience, we can all benefit from cultivating the introverted side of us. When we nurture that by spending more time alone, we actually become more self-confident.



We no longer look for external validation. We gain more appreciation for ourselves. More on that in my new article.



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My new book is coming out July 16th. It shows you how to build enduring wealth in the stock market.



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The habit of journaling may seem small and insignificant. “How can writing personal notes in my journal every day do anything for me?” You might ask.



I understand the skepticism. Even I had some doubts in the beginning. But journaling truly can change your life.



Just ask any person who journals. You won’t find a person who says, “Journaling is so-so.”



Everyone who does it loves it.



Since 2015, I have made journaling an integral part of my morning routine, and it has helped me succeed in various areas of my life. I also grew happier.



In this episode, I share four techniques that I keep turning to in my journaling practice.



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My new book is coming out July 16th. It shows you how to build enduring wealth in the stock market.



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I have a love/hate relationship with impatience. 



I love it because it has helped me to accomplish things in my career. When something needs to be done, I do it immediately. I just can't wait.



But that approach is not helpful when it comes to your finances. To build proper wealth, you need patience.



You can read about investing and compounding as much as you want. But unless you don't have the patience to let your money compound, you can never reap the benefits.



This is something I had to learn. To all my fellow impatient-natured people, learn the art of patience. It will help you immensely in life.



Listen to learn more!



Pre-order The Stoic Path to Wealth



My new book is coming out July 16th. It shows you how to build enduring wealth in the stock market.



Learn more: ⁠⁠stoicpathtowealth.com⁠

Essentially, making money from your passion is all about solving a problem or need. And getting paid for it. Whether it’s through a product or service, your focus should always be on providing value to your customers.



Look at the Patagonia brand. The founder, Yvon Chouinard, saw a need for high-quality outdoor gear that was environmentally friendly and decided to fill that gap. By focusing on providing value, he was able to build a loyal customer base and become recognized as an industry leader.



In my case, I started writing and publishing free articles on self-improvement that people found to be useful. Eventually, they subscribed to my newsletter. Some folks bought my books and courses, which is how I earn a living.



On this journey of making money, stay authentic.



Your passion is what sets you apart from others in your field. Don’t try to imitate someone else or follow the latest trends just to make money. People are drawn to authenticity, which will help you create a unique brand.



In this episode, I share more about the importance of authenticity.



More tips on making money from your passion:

https://dariusforoux.com/making-money-passion/



Pre-order The Stoic Path to Wealth



My new book is coming out July 16th. It shows you how to build enduring wealth in the stock market.



Learn more: ⁠stoicpathtowealth.com⁠

The German philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche wrote this in his book, The Gay Science, about purpose:



“Gradually, man has become a fantastic animal that has to fulfill one more condition of existence than any other animal: man has to believe, to know, from time to time why he exists; his race cannot flourish without a periodic trust in life–without faith in reason in life.”



Nietzche said that we need to have some kind of trust in life. Just surviving, eating, working, and procreating are not enough.



The purpose is the compass that guides us through life. It’s not about achieving grandiose goals or accumulating material wealth.



It’s about finding fulfillment in what we do and making a difference.



Pre-order The Stoic Path to Wealth



My new book is coming out July 16th. It shows you how to build enduring wealth in the stock market.



Learn more: ⁠stoicpathtowealth.com⁠

Smartphones have become an extension of ourselves. We use them for almost everything - from staying connected with friends and family, to managing our schedules and even for entertainment.

A recent study showed that the average person spends around three hours a day on their phone, which adds up to a staggering amount of 45 days a year.

People are glued to their screens most of the time. There’s a constant need to check notifications, scroll through social media feeds, and respond to messages. This isn’t just bad for our mental health. It also distracts us from doing and finishing our work on time.

For the sake of our personal well-being and productivity, we need to reduce the time spent on our phones.

In this episode, I talk about how you can do that.

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My new book is coming out July 16th. It shows you how to build enduring wealth in the stock market.

Learn more: ⁠stoicpathtowealth.com⁠