The Illusion of Quick Money and the Power of Built Abilities – Ivelin Mihaylov

The desire for instant accumulation of wealth without substance often leads to catastrophic life consequences, while true success lies in acquiring real personal qualities and usefulness to society.

The Traps of Easy Gains and Tragic Consequences

Young people today overwhelmingly strive for quick wealth through various modern platforms like TikTok and OnlyFans, or through speculation with cryptocurrencies and gambling. However, this pursuit of easy money carries immense risks and very often leads to complete life failure. A vivid example of such a disastrous development is the story of a man who initially makes 1 million BGN from selling a website, and subsequently manages to accumulate another 50 million BGN during the cryptocurrency boom. The sudden acquisition of these vast funds completely collapses his life, pushing him into severe drug addiction, destroying relationships with his wife and children, and ultimately ending in his death.

The Burden of Wealth and a False Entourage

Money brings with it an immense responsibility that most people do not realize at first. Managing large financial resources, whether it is corporate capital, state funds, or large-scale private projects like "Historical Park", inevitably attracts a huge number of ill-wishers.

According to the author, the main threats when managing large-scale funds include:

• Internal abuses: Attempts to misappropriate assets directly by people inside the organization itself.
• External pressure: Attacks from outsiders aimed at self-enrichment and theft.
• Institutional and criminal interest: Discontent and aggressive interference from authorities and criminal mafia groups.

In the presence of great wealth acquired on a silver platter, a person finds themselves surrounded by users who seek only personal gain. These individuals lose the opportunity to find sincere friends or a suitable life partner, which prevents them from understanding the true nature of human relationships before it is too late. The union of people solely around money or power is extremely unstable, as their loss causes the entourage to instantly fall apart. A current example of this is the changed attitude and the outflow of close associates around political figures like Boyko Borisov and Delyan Peevski upon their loss of influence and funds.

Usefulness to Society as a Natural Shield

Unlike people with easy money, individuals who are genuinely useful to society naturally earn respect and protection. As an example, a hypothetical doctor who successfully treats cancer is mentioned – society will instinctively protect and defend such a specialist because of their immense usefulness, completely regardless of the peculiarities of their personal character. A true core of trusted like-minded supporters forms only when people are united around a meaningful idea, not around a shared financial interest. The ability to recognize valuable people is acquired precisely in the process of overcoming difficulties and working together.

Building Abilities and Life Resilience

A person can be truly happy and at peace only if they become a capable individual. A capable person bound to succeed in generating income and being useful, regardless of external circumstances. Even if placed in an extreme and hostile environment, such as the military conflicts in Ukraine or Iran, they will survive again and find a path to success because they possess the invaluable skill to navigate the environment and communicate effectively with people. The greatest and irreplaceable gain in life is precisely building these personal skills the right way, without using backdoor games. For personal development, the author recommends seeking inspiration from creators like Napoleon Hill, instead of applying the manipulative strategies from guides like "The Prince".

The Right Environment for Development

Success should not come all at once or as a gift resulting from intimate relationships, but must be won gradually and through hard work. The author advises young people not to seek quick realization within the party apparatus or state structures, as deep corruption reigns there and real competition is lacking. The true place for development is an environment that allows for honest competition and the building of qualities from the very beginning, where a person can win their success from scratch and through their own efforts.