A Psychology Professor Explains in 5 Sentences Why People Get Lucky
His 10 year study reveals some bizarre truths
At 26, I made my own luck.
With a successful startup making millions in revenue, employees thought I had it all. One afternoon a salesman walks into my office.
“Wow, you’re so lucky. 26, luxury car, successful startup.”
Through some bizarre reflex, I said “As fast as you can make a million bucks, you can lose it all too.”
I foresaw my own prophecy. 90 days later I faced complete ruin. Did I get lucky? Well, I’ve spent many years studying luck.
I came across the work of Richard Wiseman. He wrote the book “The Luck Factor” and spent 10 years studying the topic as a psychologist at the University of Hertfordshire. I’ve binged on his work and listened to all his podcasts so you don’t have to.
Here are his 5 sentences that explain the bizarre reality that is luck.
1. Lucky people can see opportunities hiding in plain sight
Lucky people don’t wait for stuff to happen.
They’re always on the lookout. They have a vision or a goal that helps to narrow their focus so their brain can see the right…
