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This painful period prompted introspection. The narrator admits to overconfidence and arrogance, believing he knew better than the market and making decisions based on flawed perceptions. His mistaken belief that pursuing big risks was necessary for success highlighted the dangers of overestimating oneself and ignoring reality. The experience was a brutal shake-up—a stark reminder of the perils of pride and the importance of humility.
He reflects on the difficulty of balancing risk and reward and acknowledges that at times, he couldn’t see a clear path forward. Yet, he reassures listeners that life always offers the best possible route ahead—it often just requires patience and careful thought to uncover and pursue it.