We’ve often heard the phrase, “Just do it!” In a world that pushes us to be productive 24/7, the phrase sounds like a mantra. But in my book, The Wealth of the Great Kingdom, I put forward a thought that we often miss: “The question is not whether I will do it but how to do it right and benefit everyone without harming others.” Isn't it ironic? Everyone tries to win at all costs, and sometimes they forget that someone else often pays the price. Let's break it down through examples from our "modern" life. Look at the solar boom. Everyone wants to be energy independent, and that’s great. But look at the difference: Option A: You install a system that “drains” the grid in such a way that it puts a strain on your neighbors, just so you can save a few levs on top. That’s “doing it.” Option B: You plan your installation (like a modern “Balkonkraftwerk” with storage) so that you optimize your own consumption without burdening the infrastructure and even share the surplu...
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