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@SystemDisc you've spent a portion of your life in this manner ? And how are you doing now ?
Now I’m a software engineer making six figures. I went from nothing to what I consider very successful, albeit with tons and tons of really intense trauma.
@SystemDisc l do nothing. And so my figures are absolutely 0. You said you make in 6 figures.
I make $155,000 USD per year. When I was homeless, obviously I had essentially no money most of the time.
@SystemDisc l don't make anything because l don't do any work.
My philosophy is different from the others. If l work for money, l become a donkey.
Work should become a source of entertainment for me. Does that make any sense to you ??
Yes, but luckily I love what I do. So, I get paid and I get the benefit of doing what I want to do in life.
And, with my money, I sponsor several impoverished children and give back as much as I can as often as I can.
I also spend a lot of time volunteering at places that help those who struggle with addiction.
@SystemDisc that's it..... Do what you love. That's your primary payment. The money that you get is secondary. It's your earning, nevertheless.
Nice meeting you. I need to start of with my day. I need to find out where l need to apply myself.
Night time for you ??
Yes, I’m going to sleep. It was a pleasure to meet you. Thank you for being kind and curious.