Once, I read in a newspaper:

“High-level people only do eight things in their lifetime.”

High-level individuals plan their lives rationally. Even if they only do eight things, these are essential tasks for self-improvement and gaining respect from others.

On the other hand, some low-level people waste time on trivial matters.

These activities can lead to personal dilemmas and create unnecessary trouble for others.

The lower the level, the more time wasted on these three things. Do you find yourself doing them?

Talking About Others

Once, while out shopping, I witnessed an incident:

Two young people were arguing on the street, attracting a crowd of onlookers.

Initially, I didn’t see the individuals but a group gathered together discussing the situation.

As I walked onto the overpass, I noticed the two young people in the middle of a heated argument, almost coming to blows.

The onlookers did not intervene but continued to gossip.

Even later, while dining at a restaurant, some were still discussing the incident.

Many people love to gossip about others, even when busy. When others face problems, they first gossip about them before attending to their own issues.

High-level individuals know how their lives should be. In contrast, lower-level individuals tend to join gossip sessions without understanding the situation fully.

Neighbors often indulge in discussing each other’s affairs, turning them into topics of idle gossip.

Those fond of idle talk often face unnecessary conflicts, inviting trouble needlessly.

“Gossip brings trouble.”

People who enjoy discussing others’ matters will eventually be caught in their own web.

Many indulge in backbiting and spreading rumors.

These individuals believe their malicious talk won’t be discovered. However, there are no secrets, and their actions will eventually come to light, leading to severe consequences.

High-level individuals never waste time meddling in others’ affairs but focus on their own priorities.

Focusing on Trivial Matters

Many individuals obsess over trivial matters, causing unnecessary conflicts.

A renowned writer once said:

“People who waste time on trivial matters cannot achieve great things.”

If someone squanders all their time on trivial matters, they not only waste their time but also create trouble for others.

I had a roommate in college who always caused trouble over trivial issues. To them, even minor matters in the dorm seemed significant.

For instance, although it was a shared responsibility to take out the trash weekly, this roommate always made excuses to avoid doing it. Ironically, they had agreed to this arrangement previously.

Such incidents reveal a person’s character. Individuals who fuss over trivial matters and fail to handle significant tasks lower their own standards.

To succeed, one must focus efforts on important tasks rather than getting entangled in trivial matters.

Networking Obsession

Many believe networking is crucial and try to establish connections.

However, high-level individuals understand that if they excel, others will seek them out rather than the other way around.

When you actively seek connections, it lowers your status in others’ eyes.

In any relationship, both parties should consider each other equals and respect each other’s abilities.

Smart individuals know that excellence attracts collaboration with other talented individuals.

Some individuals boast about knowing influential people despite lacking substantial connections, revealing their inner emptiness and desperation for validation.

High-level individuals warmly welcome others seeking them out and build genuine relationships based on mutual respect, rather than stooping to ingratiate themselves.

Remember, only by improving oneself can one attract other outstanding individuals.

The lower one’s level, the more likely they are to waste time on these three things.

Throughout life, even if you only do eight things, know what you should and shouldn’t do.

Successful individuals understand what actions to take and avoid.