Be Careful What You Watch For...

Today’s Topics

• You Can Admire, But Don't 👀Too Long

• Your Bubble Is Served 🫧

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You Can Admire, But Don't 👀Too Long

By Jo

Why focus on what I’m doing when you could be focusing on your own path? It’s okay to admire someone, even feel some friendly competition. But too much attention on what someone else is doing will only hold you back from working on your own growth. People move through life in different ways, and sometimes they do things that make you wonder, “How the hell do they get away with that?”

What you have to remember is that you don’t always know the full story. You don’t see the behind-the-scenes work, the people that helped them, or the timing that played in their favor. Sure, they might tell you their version of the truth—but that doesn’t mean it’s the whole truth. Sometimes people get lucky, and things just happen for them at the right time. You might think it’s all skill or planning, but luck and timing are often huge parts of the equation.

And guess what? You’ve had moments where timing worked out for you too, even if you didn’t fully recognize it. Those little wins might have gone unnoticed, but they were your moments of perfect timing—just like anyone else’s.

Instead of getting caught up in someone else’s narrative, put your energy into finding ways to create your own. It takes a lot of luck to get where you want to be, but effort along the way will make the story yours. So, admire, but don’t look too long. Your own journey deserves your focus.

To improve your odds of hitting the right opportunities, it’s essential to position yourself strategically. This means actively seeking ways to grow in areas where your skills and expertise align with what’s in demand. Keep your eyes open for the signals that point to where things are headed, and start positioning yourself for that future. Whether it’s networking, developing new skills, or simply staying prepared, the more you put yourself in the right place at the right time, the higher your chances of making the most of the opportunities that come your way. Don't wait for them to come to you—create the environment where opportunities are more likely to find you.

Your Bubble Is Served 🫧

By Marcus

Social media has a way of shining a light on pretty much anything and everything.
On a daily basis, we see the best and worst of what our society has to offer—uplifting contributions and innovations, along with some of the most nefarious and disturbing ideas, images, and videos imaginable.

There was a time when this type of information wasn’t as accessible. But now that it is... is that a good or bad thing?

Due to how social media algorithms work, we get more of what we engage with. The more we click, like, or linger, the more that content shows up. Over time, this creates a bubble—a tailored, cozy world of aligning opinions and similar perspectives.

Is it good or bad to limit your exposure to one side or the other?

The Other Side

We’ve all read a social media post that left us shaking our heads in disbelief.

You ask yourself, “How could someone think this?” or “That’s wild.”

But unless it’s pure trolling, what you’re seeing is someone’s normal. Their everyday state of thought—broadcasting live to the world.

And while posting unfiltered thoughts to the masses is a topic on its own, I’d argue it’s one of the greatest hustles of all time: the monetization of thoughts and opinions.

When certain ideas become so ingrained, any challenge to them sparks a hostile reaction. That’s cognitive dissonance—and it’s a key ingredient in the “bubble problem.”

An easy example is when a celebrity says something completely disconnected from everyday reality. They’re in a bubble—insulated from the problems most people face.

Let’s Muddy the Waters

I believe we’ll eventually be able to shape our social media feeds more intentionally.
Imagine reading a headline and immediately being offered the opposing take—side by side. Not to spark outrage, but to broaden your perspective.

For now, though, it’s easier to live inside the comfort of the bubble unless you actively choose otherwise.

I’m not here to tell you what to believe. But I do think it’s worth asking: Do you understand why others believe differently than you do?

You might be surprised by what you find when you step outside the bubble—even just for a moment.