“It is remarkable how much long-term advantage people like us have gotten by trying to be consistently not stupid, instead of trying to be very intelligent.”
"Recognize reality even when you don’t like it— especially when you don’t like it."
- Charlie Munger
Awareness
"Don’t drift into self-pity because it doesn’t solve any problems. Generally speaking, envy, resentment, revenge, and self-pity are disastrous modes of thought."
- Charlie Munger
Self-awareness
"The big money is not in the buying or selling, but in the waiting."
- Charlie Munger
Success
"It is remarkable how much long-term advantage people like us have gotten by trying to be consistently not stupid instead of trying to be very intelligent."
- Charlie Munger
Insight
"If I can be optimistic when I’m nearly dead, surely the rest of you can handle a little inflation."
- Charlie Munger
Optimism
"So be careful to live your life wisely, not foolishly."
Wisdom
"In old age is wisdom; understanding in a long life."
Wisdom
"Keep your friends close, your enemies closer and receipts for all major purchases."
- Bridger Winegar
Wisdom
"Until the lion tells his side of the story, the tale of the hunt will always glorify the hunter."
- Zimbabwean Proverb
Wisdom
"The Power Comes In Response To A Need, Not A Desire."
- Goku
Wisdom