CHAPTER 34

Play

Some people seem to take this whole self-development business too seriously. Perhaps that’s because, for some, ‘making it’ or winning is all that matters in life. Give it a break, I say. But other people don’t take themselves seriously enough. For them, the only thing that matters is having fun. Wise up, is my advice. You see, we need to aim for the middle ground, because a more fulfilling life requires a balance between playfulness and seriousness. Yes, that b word again.

The number one deathbed regret is taking life too seriously. So don’t let it be yours.

In our must-get-something-done culture there is often little time to play and have fun. But know this now: the number one deathbed regret is taking life too seriously. ...

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