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How to find your silver spoon

Kym Lam Sam
Aug 22, 2017 · 3 min read

There’s an old expression that goes:

Born with a silver spoon in one’s mouth

It means that you born into a wealthy or privelaged family. In modern times, it is often used in a derogatory manner to basically say:

You don’t know shit about my life and my struggles

It’s so easy for us, who were not born into wealth and privelage to use this as an excuse for our lack of success. But what if I told you we were ALL born with silver spoons in our mouths? How does that make you feel? Let me explain by using myself as an example.

I was not born into a wealthy family. I was born into a loving and supportive family. Just recently my partner and I decided to risk our life savings, meant for a first home deposit, on a new business venture instead. But no matter how scary and hard it gets, I know deep, deep down that no matter what happens, no matter how bad it gets, my family will be there for us. We could lose every penny and I know without a shadow of a doubt, that we will never spend a night on the streets homeless. Our families would simply not allow it. That is my silver spoon.

This is a tale as old as time and mine isn’t even that amazing. Nick Vujicic, born without arms and legs. Helen Keller, left blind and deaf after illness. History is full of amazing people who turned adversity into opportunity. But please, tell me again about how hard it is for you to get people to follow you on Instagram!

(Please follow me on Instagram)

At this point, I want to make a distinction between what you were born with (what has happened to you) and what you’re good at. You can learn to be “good” at something. The silver spoon concept focuses on aspects of your life, that can instill an unparalled level of confidence and zealousness.

What do you have that you can leverage? I encourage you to think hard about the things, people and opportunities you have been blessed with. Here’s a quick list to get those creative juices flowing.

Are you:

  • Smart
  • Funny
  • Good looking
  • Honest
  • Loyal
  • Brave
  • Confident

Is your family:

  • Supportive
  • Wealthy
  • Loving
  • Caring
  • Well-connected

Spend time reflecting on your life and find your silver spoon. Once you find that shiny utensil, start to DOUBLE DOWN on it. What does that mean? It means “raise the stakes” and “take the risk”.

Confidence is key to success and finding your silver spoon will indeed boost your confidence. There is no need for you not to go all in on life. Stop the self-pity and being envious of what other people have and be proud of your unique life.

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Kym Lam Sam

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I love getting people excited about life! #LiveLarge with #NoFear | CEO @zerofoxgibbon

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