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Book 31/52 of My #52Books52Weeks Bucket List Challenge

I’ll be honest—the title Happy Sexy Millionaire sounds pretty damn cheesy. But what got me to pick up this book wasn’t the name—it was Steven Bartlett’s story.

I’ve been following his podcast, The Diary of a CEO, for a while now, and I find his journey incredibly inspiring. From dropping out of university and being broke to building a multi-million-dollar company (Social Chain), becoming the youngest-ever Dragon on Dragon’s Den in the UK, and now dominating the business world—his story is proof that success isn’t about luck, but about mindset, strategy, and relentless execution.

Key Lessons from Happy Sexy Millionaire

1. Happiness is an Inside Job

• Chasing money, fame, and material success won’t automatically make you happy.

• True happiness comes from inner fulfillment, not external validation.

2. Social Media is Warping Our Reality

• We compare our behind-the-scenes life with other people’s highlight reels.

• If you’re not careful, you’ll chase someone else’s version of success instead of your own.

3. Hard Work Alone Won’t Get You There

• Hustle culture is overrated—you need the right strategy, not just effort.

• Work smart, not just hard.

4. Your Thoughts Shape Your Reality

• If you believe you’re not good enough, not smart enough, or not lucky enough, your brain will find ways to prove you right.

• Reprogram your mindset to focus on what’s possible, not what’s stopping you.

5. You’ll Never Have ‘Made It’

• No matter how much you achieve, there’s always another level.

• If you’re only chasing goals for external success, you’ll never feel truly fulfilled.

How Happy Sexy Millionaire Relates to Living a Bucket List Life

1. Define Success on Your Terms – Stop chasing what society tells you to chase—figure out what truly fulfills you.

2. Be Mindful of the Social Media Illusion – Don’t let comparison steal your joy or dictate your goals.

3. Balance Hustle with Purpose – Work hard, but don’t burn out chasing things that won’t make you happy.

4. Mindset is Everything – Your beliefs will either limit you or propel you forward.

5. Enjoy the Journey, Not Just the Destination – If you’re only focused on the end goal, you’ll miss the best parts of life.

This book was way deeper than I expected and really challenged the way I think about success, happiness, and fulfillment. If you’ve ever felt like you’re grinding hard but still not happy, read this.

Stay tuned for Book 32 of 52 as I continue this adventure of learning and growth!

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