Gratitude, Faith, and One More Day: My Takeaways from Ed Mylett

One of the podcasts that left a lasting impact on me this year is The Ed Mylett Show, particularly the episode titled “Why Most People Fail (And How You Can Win)”. This episode deeply resonated with me, and I’d love to share my personal takeaways—lessons that I believe can genuinely help anyone striving to live a more meaningful life.

1. Live with purpose and gratitude.
   Always carry a sense of gratitude. Be thankful, stay humble, and never lose sight of your purpose. When you truly understand your “why,” everything else begins to align. Purpose gives direction; gratitude keeps you grounded.
   
2. Time is a greatest blessing.
   Time is the most valuable resource we have—and once it’s gone, we can never get it back. Invest your time intentionally and give it to the people and experiences that truly matter. Be present, savor each moment, and treat time like the precious gift it is.
   
3. It is all about perspectives on what really matters in life.
   It’s not about doing more—it’s about caring deeply about what really matters. As I read in The Subtle Art of Not Giving a Fck* by Mark Manson, the key to a meaningful life is giving a f*ck about fewer things—but making sure those few things are truly important.
   
4. If you’re a person of faith, you can’t lose.
   This was one of the most powerful takeaways for me: if you’re a person of faith, you can never truly lose. Hand over the things you cannot control to God, and walk in trust. When you live with faith, you’re already walking in victory.
   
5. Hold on for one more day.
   No matter how hard it gets—keep going. Keep moving, keep thriving. Sometimes, all it takes is holding on just one more day. And then another. Before you know it, you’ve come so far. Progress isn’t always loud, but it’s always worth it.
   
6. The greatest gift is one more day with your family.
   Family is everything. They are our foundation, our core, and our biggest blessing. To have one more day to laugh, to talk, to simply be with them—is a gift that should never be taken for granted.
   
7. Everything you need is within you to be happy and to win.
   You don’t need to search the world to find happiness or success. You already have the tools inside you—your strength, your faith, your resilience. Trust yourself.
   
8. Your decisions shape your destiny.
   Every choice matters—big or small. The life you’re living right now is a product of your past decisions, and the future will be built on the ones you’re making today. So choose wisely. Be intentional.
   
9. Live in your own terms and not the expectation of others.
   Stop living to meet other people’s expectations. This is your life. As long as you’re doing no harm, you have every right to create a life that feels true to you. Don’t let opinions cage your freedom. Own your story.
   
10. Let yourself experience happiness.
    Buy the dress. Book that trip. Read that book. Dance. Laugh. Fall in love. Let yourself feel alive and free. Life is not just about responsibilities—it’s also about experiences. And joy. So let yourself live. And always, always be grateful.

This episode reminded me of what really matters. And in a world that often feels overwhelming and fast-paced, I think we all need that reminder: you already have what it takes to live fully, win greatly, and love deeply. 🧡