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Lenny Rachitsky compiles favorite life mottos shared by podcast guests, asking them for a motto they return to often. The post is a collection of short inspirational sayings and the reflections behind them, intended as a start-of-year reminder to use one when stressed or undecided.
Subscriber post — summary only01Key takeaways
- A personal motto can serve as a quick mental reset during stress or indecision.
- Slowing down to build clear thinking often speeds up execution later.
- Focusing on what matters most and letting go of uncontrollable worries reduces anxiety.
- Being specific about your target audience prevents trying to serve everyone and serving no one.
- Staying curious and listening actively keeps you humble and open to new knowledge.
“Slow is smooth, and smooth is fast.”Bill Carr · Lenny’s Newsletter · 00:00
“Only work on what matters most.”Paul Adams · Lenny’s Newsletter · 00:00
Summary and takeaways written by PM Atlas; quotes are short excerpts. © the original author.