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On setting a life goal

Today’s meeting reminded me of something.

I met a founder who moved to Singapore almost two years ago. He said that when people asked why he moved, he usually told them it was because of business mindset.

But the real reason was not that.

The actual truth is that he met a girlfriend there.

And honestly, that reminded me of something I heard on The Mike Posner Podcast: https://youtu.be/IqldfSMtprI (very recommend to watch)

I forgot the exact quote, but it was something along the lines of this:

use your heart to set a goal, then use your brain to achieve it. do not mix them up.

That line resonates with me a lot.

It also reminded me of my experience too.

A goal without love would just burn you out. And an action without thinking would just make you lose.

Maybe that is also why The Social Network resonated with so many people. Not because every detail is true, but because the pattern feels true. On the surface, ambition often sounds logical. But underneath it, there is usually something more personal.

I think that’s why this founder story stuck with me. Sometimes people give the logical answer first because it sounds better, cleaner, and more acceptable. But deep down, the real reason is often something from the heart.

And maybe that is not a bad thing.

For anyone reading this, I hope you find your heart on the people you surround yourself with, the place you live in, and the work you do everyday.