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I think you have misunderstood me. I see it the same way as you do. I’m ready to spend it all while trying, trying, trying... But people in a similar situation

I think you have misunderstood me. I see it the same way as you do. I’m ready to spend it all while trying, trying, trying... But people in a similar situation as mine keep telling me that I’m bold for taking such a big risk, that they admire my courage, and that they don’t have the same risk appetite as I have. What I’m trying to communicate though is that what I’m doing is not risky or bold. I’m not risking anything consequential, even if I lose 90% of my wealth. From my own anecdotal observations, people with little to lose (no wealth, early career) are much more willing to start their own business than someone with a successful career and $1M in the bank. This was the point of that paragraph you quoted.

movedx 8y ago
Then I've misunderstood. My apologies. I think you're right. A lot of people are afraid of being poor. Of losing everything and being on the street. They forget that they can just get a job and start again, really. They're lowest point is a $100k+ job, right? I really do hope young people are taking bigger risks and starting something for themselves. I'm 34 but my brother-in-law is 24. I'm bringing him into my business because I need him to understand that selling his time for money is a bad investment, among other things. Thanks for clarifying.