Let’s clear something up: just because someone loses money doesn’t mean they’re incompetent. In fact, it often proves the opposite. Hear me out:

Not everyone even gets the chance to lose money.Think about it. If you’re sticking to the 9-to-5 grind, staying comfortable, and never taking risks, how would you even lose money?To lose money, you need:

• The courage to step out of your comfort zone.
• The resources (or at least the ability to find them—like borrowing funds).
• The execution power to actually try something big enough to fail.

In short, if you’ve lost money, you’ve already shown initiative and the guts to take a leap. That’s no small thing.

Here’s where it gets tricky. Let’s say someone loses $100,000 in a failed venture. The truth? They likely knew they were on the wrong path long before the full loss hit. So why didn’t they stop?

• Persistence can turn into stubbornness.

They tried every solution, called every connection, and exhausted every resource because they couldn’t bring themselves to quit. By the time they admitted defeat, the loss had snowballed.

Lessons from Big Loss

Here’s the kicker: the fact that someone failed doesn’t always mean their approach was wrong.

• What failed in one place or time might succeed elsewhere.
• Maybe their timing was off.
• Maybe their market was wrong.
• Maybe the methods didn’t align with the situation—but they weren’t inherently flawed.

But here’s the heartbreaking part: when someone loses big, their confidence often takes a hit. Even if the same opportunity arises later, with better conditions, they might not have the heart to try again.

That’s why “心气” (inner drive) is so important. It’s that fire in your gut, the belief that you can make it work. And when it’s gone? It’s hard—sometimes impossible—to reignite.

If you want to stay in the game, protect your 心气 at all costs. Here’s how:

1. Know when to pivot. 

Losing a bit early is way better than losing big later. Listen to the warning signs, and don’t let pride trap you.

2. Separate failure from self-worth.

Just because one attempt didn’t work doesn’t mean you’re not capable. Learn from it and adapt.

3. Build small wins to stay motivated.

Confidence comes from overcoming challenges. Take manageable risks, learn, and grow your momentum.

4. Stay open-minded.

A failed idea today might be a winning idea tomorrow. Don’t let the fear of past failures stop you from spotting new opportunities.

Business isn’t just about ideas or execution—it’s about resilience. Every risk you take chips away at your mental strength or builds it up. The key? Don’t let one loss take you out of the game. Protect your confidence like your life depends on it—because it kind of does.

So, the next time someone mocks you for taking a loss, just smile. Not everyone has what it takes to fail. Keep going—you’ve got this. 🚀

Let’s clear something up: just because someone loses money doesn’t mean they’re incompetent. In fact, it often proves the opposite. Hear me out:

Not everyone even gets the chance to lose money.Think about it. If you’re sticking to the 9-to-5 grind, staying comfortable, and never taking risks, how would you even lose money?To lose money, you need:

• The courage to step out of your comfort zone.
• The resources (or at least the ability to find them—like borrowing funds).
• The execution power to actually try something big enough to fail.

In short, if you’ve lost money, you’ve already shown initiative and the guts to take a leap. That’s no small thing.

Here’s where it gets tricky. Let’s say someone loses $100,000 in a failed venture. The truth? They likely knew they were on the wrong path long before the full loss hit. So why didn’t they stop?

• Persistence can turn into stubbornness.

They tried every solution, called every connection, and exhausted every resource because they couldn’t bring themselves to quit. By the time they admitted defeat, the loss had snowballed.

Lessons from Big Loss

Here’s the kicker: the fact that someone failed doesn’t always mean their approach was wrong.

• What failed in one place or time might succeed elsewhere.
• Maybe their timing was off.
• Maybe their market was wrong.
• Maybe the methods didn’t align with the situation—but they weren’t inherently flawed.

But here’s the heartbreaking part: when someone loses big, their confidence often takes a hit. Even if the same opportunity arises later, with better conditions, they might not have the heart to try again.

That’s why “心气” (inner drive) is so important. It’s that fire in your gut, the belief that you can make it work. And when it’s gone? It’s hard—sometimes impossible—to reignite.

If you want to stay in the game, protect your 心气 at all costs. Here’s how:

1. Know when to pivot. 

Losing a bit early is way better than losing big later. Listen to the warning signs, and don’t let pride trap you.

2. Separate failure from self-worth. 

Just because one attempt didn’t work doesn’t mean you’re not capable. Learn from it and adapt.

3. Build small wins to stay motivated. 

Confidence comes from overcoming challenges. Take manageable risks, learn, and grow your momentum.

4. Stay open-minded. 

A failed idea today might be a winning idea tomorrow. Don’t let the fear of past failures stop you from spotting new opportunities.

Business isn’t just about ideas or execution—it’s about resilience. Every risk you take chips away at your mental strength or builds it up. The key? Don’t let one loss take you out of the game. Protect your confidence like your life depends on it—because it kind of does.

So, the next time someone mocks you for taking a loss, just smile. Not everyone has what it takes to fail. 

Keep going—you’ve got this. 🚀