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THE WEALTH CONNECTION
It is not because things are difficult that we do not dare. It is because we do not dare that things are difficult.
—SENECA
Welcome to the fascinating world of personal finance. Though I imagine, for some of you, this world feels more foreboding than fascinating. I quite understand. In this chapter, I will do my best to quell your fears by demystifying, simplifying, and clarifying what may be unfamiliar, if not forbidden territory. We’ll do this by delving into four questions.
1. What is wealth?
2. How do I create wealth?
3. Why is building wealth so scary?
4. How can I best protect myself?
As you read the following pages, I want you to notice when your mind begins to wander, when you start spacing out or fogging ...
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