Tyson vs Paul

Mike Tyson was an undisputed champion. However, I did not enjoy the fight he had with Jake Paul. Watching a 58-year-old legend box someone half his age is not a pleasant sight. While I admire Tyson's fighting spirit and warrior ethos, I also acknowledge that the prime years for most athletic sports peak well before 40.

Harvard Business School Professor Arthur C. Brooks introduces the concept of fluid and crystallized intelligence, which has significantly helped me plan the latter phase of my life. Some professions favor the experienced, wiser (and likely older) individuals. For instance, mathematicians and physicists often reach their peak before the age of 35, relying heavily on fluid intelligence. On the other hand, writers and investors (though not traders, who operate at a fast tempo) often perform better with age as they develop crystallized intelligence.

Investing is more a profession of liberal arts than one of academic scientific research. It's not just financial engineering - it's both the Art of War and the War of Art. Investing is strategic and philosophical. It takes time to hone the managerial skills and judgment necessary to operate your own "You Fund."

Tyson went from $600M in wealth to bankruptcy. He openly admitted that he lacked financial education and was an angry person who spent money to experience instant "happiness." Our relationship with money is deeply rooted in our belief system, which influences not only how we handle finances but also how we relate to others. I'm glad to see Tyson recover from his past mistakes and thrive today. He is a true warrior.


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