Episode 117
When Life's Venom Strikes, Habits are the Antidote with Kasim Aslam
We dive deep into the world of fiat currency, exposing its deceptive nature and the impact on the working individual. With personal anecdotes, Kasim Aslam shares the heart-wrenching story of his brother's journey from a tragic accident to the prison system. We also explore the power of habit formation, the misunderstood Pareto principle, and the intriguing concept of the 'Ladybug Standard'. Kasim shares a thought-provoking blend of economics, personal stories, and societal insights.
Chapters:
- 00:00:00 Dive into Fiat Currency: Uncovering its Hidden Impact
- 00:05:07 Harnessing the Power of Habit: Secrets to Lasting Change
- 00:07:42 Kasim's Personal Anecdotes: From Tragedy to Triumph
- 00:09:12 The Ladybug Standard: A New Perspective on Value
- 00:13:37 The Pareto Principle: Unraveling its Misunderstood Wisdom
- 00:18:04 Financial Freedom: Escaping the Chains of Traditional Currency
- 00:22:59 Mercury's Menace: The Silent Threat to Our Well-being
- 00:26:00 Medical Breakthroughs: New Hopes in Alzheimer's Treatment
- 00:28:02 Unleashing the Power of Knowledge: The Role of Books and Media
- 00:30:23 A Journey of Resilience: From Addiction to Strength
- 00:33:49 Empowerment in Action: Making a Difference in the World
- 00:36:45 Social Media Mastery: Tips from an Eternal Optimist
- 00:38:38 Dickensian Insights: Understanding Human Behavior through Classics
Links And Resources:
- Solutions 8
- Website
- You vs. Google by Kasim Aslam, John Moran and Patience Hurlburt-Lawton
- The 7 Critical Principles of Effective Digital Marketing by Kasim Aslam
Recommended Books
- The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey
- Antifragile by Nassim Nicholas Taleb
- Principles by Ray Dalio
- The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle
- The ONE Thing by Gary Keller and Jay Papasan
- Charles Dickens' books
- John Steibecks' books
- Fyodor Dostoevsky's books
- Leo Tolstoy's books
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