Ditch Your Poor Friends

Elevate Your Circle, Elevate Your Life

We’ve all heard the saying, “You are the average of the five people you spend the most time with.” It’s not just a catchy phrase - it’s a truth that holds immense power! Your environment and the people you surround yourself with have a profound influence on your mindset, habits, and ultimately, your success.

This isn’t about being cruel or dismissive. It’s about making intentional choices to grow and thrive. If you’re serious about living a life of abundance, happiness, and success, it’s time to take a hard look at your inner circle.

The Reality of Your Circle

Think about the five people you spend the most time with. Are they lifting you up or holding you back? Are they inspiring you to dream bigger or dragging you into a cycle of mediocrity?

Here’s the hard truth:

• If your friends constantly complain about their situation but never take action, you’re likely to adopt a similar mindset.
• If they spend their time gossiping, avoiding growth, or making excuses, that energy seeps into your life too.
• If they’re financially irresponsible, chances are, you’ll find yourself making the same mistakes.

On the flip side, if you surround yourself with ambitious, motivated, and growth-oriented individuals, their energy and mindset will push you to aim higher.

Your Income Matches Your Circle

A well-known concept in personal development is that your income will often mirror the average income of your 5 closest friends. Why? Because the people around you influence your beliefs about money, success, and possibility.

If you’re hanging out with people who think wealth is unattainable or who dismiss success as “luck,” you’ll unconsciously adopt those limiting beliefs. Conversely, if your circle includes people who view wealth as a byproduct of hard work, creativity, and strategy, you’ll start to see opportunities instead of obstacles.

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You Can’t Fly With Eagles While Hanging With Turkeys

Turkeys stay grounded, scratching around for scraps, content with what’s right in front of them. Eagles, on the other hand, soar above it all, seeing the bigger picture and striving for greater heights.

If you want to fly with the eagles:

1. Raise Your Standards: Choose to spend time with people who challenge you to be better, think bigger, and work harder.
2. Find Mentors: Look for people who are where you want to be. Learn from their habits, attitudes, and strategies.
3. Limit Your Time With Energy Drains: It doesn’t mean cutting people off completely, but be mindful of how much time you spend with those who aren’t aligned with your goals.

Being Kind Without Staying Stuck

Let’s be clear: this isn’t about abandoning your old friends or looking down on anyone. You can still be kind, supportive, and caring. But your primary focus should be on building relationships that inspire growth.

• Support From a Distance: You can cheer someone on without getting dragged into their negativity.
• Encourage Growth: If they’re open to it, share your own journey and invite them to grow alongside you.
• Set Boundaries: Protect your energy by limiting interactions that leave you feeling drained or discouraged.

Leveling Up Your Circle

If you’re ready to elevate your life, start seeking out people who embody the qualities you aspire to:

• Join communities of like-minded individuals (e.g., networking groups, mastermind circles, a local toastmasters group).
• Attend events, workshops, or conferences in areas you’re passionate about.
• Reach out to people you admire and build authentic connections.

It’s not about finding perfect people; it’s about surrounding yourself with those who are striving for more and are willing to help you do the same.

The Hard Truth

The people you surround yourself with are either your greatest asset or your biggest obstacle. If you want to live a life of abundance, success, and happiness, you must be intentional about your circle.

Ditch the turkeys, find your eagles, and watch how quickly your life transforms!

You’re in charge of your future—choose your circle wisely.

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Jeff Hammer is a Mindset Architect and founder of DominatingEdge.com, dedicated to helping individuals break free from limiting beliefs and achieve their highest potential.