Abdul Mateen
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Get Over the Mistakes Your Parents Made
Many people carry emotional wounds from childhood. These wounds often come from how they were treated by their parents. If your parents criticized you a lot, got angry when you made mistakes, or made you feel like you were never good enough, you may have grown up believing that something was wrong with you.
By Abdul Mateen 8 months ago in Motivation
The Secrets of Success
H. L. Hunt, one of the richest self-made billionaires in the world, was once asked by a television journalist about the secrets behind his success. Hunt didn’t hesitate. He said that there are only three things a person needs to do to be successful. First, you must decide exactly what you want in life. Second, you must figure out what it will cost you to get it. And third—and this is the most important—you must make up your mind to pay that price, no matter what.
By Abdul Mateen 8 months ago in Motivation
From Nothing to Success
Almost everyone begins life with little or nothing. No matter where people are born or what background they come from, most start out in similar situations—without wealth, without special resources, and often without many opportunities handed to them. What’s truly inspiring is that most of the wealth in America and even across the world is created by first-generation earners. These people did not inherit their money—they worked for it, built it, and earned it during their own lifetimes.
By Abdul Mateen 9 months ago in Motivation
Climbing to the Top 20%: The Path to Success and Financial Freedom
Have you ever wondered why a small portion of people seem to earn most of the money and enjoy the best that life has to offer? This is not a coincidence. It reflects a well-known concept called the Pareto Principle, or the 80/20 Rule. Named after Italian economist Vilfredo Pareto, who first introduced it in 1895, this principle states that 20% of the people generate 80% of the results, wealth, or rewards in any given situation. This pattern shows up in business, economics, and nearly every area of life.
By Abdul Mateen 9 months ago in Motivation
The Power of Awareness
Let me start with a small story. Two young fish are swimming, and they meet an older fish going the other way. The older fish says, “Morning, boys. How’s the water?” The two young fish swim on for a bit, then one turns to the other and says, “What the hell is water?”
By Abdul Mateen 9 months ago in Education
Do Your Own Thing
In a world constantly pulling you in different directions—through expectations, obligations, and external judgments—there’s something profoundly liberating about living life on your own terms. True success, contrary to the traditional notions of wealth or fame, can be more powerfully and authentically defined as the ability to live your life exactly the way you want. It’s about waking up every day with a sense of purpose, doing the things that align with your passions and values, surrounding yourself with people who uplift and energize you, and creating experiences that make life feel rich and meaningful.
By Abdul Mateen 9 months ago in Motivation
I Wish to Become A Mobile Phone
"I Wish to Become a Mobile Phone" A teacher returned home from school. She brought along her students’ homework notebooks. The children had been asked to write an essay on the topic "My Wish." Today, the teacher had to check those essays.
By Abdul Mateen 9 months ago in Motivation
Top 20 World Economies: A Decade of Growth (2015–2025)
1. United States In 2015, the U.S. had a GDP of $23.7 trillion. By 2025, it grew to $30.3 trillion, showing a 28% increase. The U.S. remains the largest economy in the world. It has strong industries in technology, finance, healthcare, and energy. Its economy is driven by consumer spending and innovation. The U.S. dollar is a major global currency, and the country has a big influence on global trade and economics.
By Abdul Mateen 9 months ago in Journal
