3 Lessons in 3 Different Aspects from Books

(I really read e-books, mostly)

Since the start of January to April, I've completed reading the most number of books I had ever read in the 25+ years of existence on Earth - I ain't even mad.

For me, reading has been a life-changing hobby - I wonder why I lacked the tenacity to pick up a book when I was younger. I thought it would nice to give some thought on the books I've read so far and reflection of a few key points I've learnt in simple bullet points: 

1. Mental 
2. Social 
3. Economic 

Mental

1. What you do compounds: take small steps - I think I've emphasised on this enough at this point 
2. Time is your friend: everything takes time to achieve mastery. There is never too early nor never too late. The time is now. 
3. If something is not deemed valuable, don't do it: however, that said, know that boring does not equate to not valuable 

Social

1. No one is perfect, thus not every comment/advise given is perfect either, despite good intent: learn to understand why, the origin of the answer. Take in merits and politely dismiss demerits
2. You are not here to please anyone but yourself: sounds selfish yet if you take care of yourself, people whom you care about need not worry. Additionally, you create good influence 
3. Saying yes to something means saying no to something else: opportunity costs. If you say yes to one request means you're saying no to a multitude of other opportunities. Make wise choices. 

Economic

1. Be present and anticipate: encompasses all 3 aspects. As with technology/business and its growth, things can get unpredictable - the future is unpredictable. Lamenting about missed opportunities gets you nowhere. The time is now. 
2. We tend to be myopic: sometimes we get caught up with the media and society, sometimes we get caught up with the next shiny new thing, we end up being overwhelmed by our own emotions. That said, human nature and emotions tend to withstand the test of time and history open repeats itself. Take a step back, think long term and count your blessings. 
3. Stay open to new ideas: do not scoff off failures. Everything starts off with some form of failure. We do not feel the effects of the changing world until it impacts our way of life. We are all stubborn people regardless of generation. Be open to new ideas and new ways of doing things!