Ever felt an urge to ground yourself and sow your thoughts so deep to anchor your mind forever to come? This human urge to feel more while staying grounded, learn more while being decently aware, and to be sharp while also being boundless?
Here are five laws that cut through the fluff, offering clarity and a reality check. Embrace them, and you might just handle life’s curveballs a little better.
These laws are so deep, grounding and assertive that they make for the best universal laws anyone can live by to be successful and feel the pleasantness of life to the fullest extent.
No more helpless feelings going forward.
1. Murphy’s Law
“The more you fear something happening, the more likely it is to occur.”
Ever notice how the things you dread seem to have a knack for actually happening?
When you’re hyper-focused on what could go wrong, it’s like setting up a magnet for disaster. Your mind’s so fixated on the fear that it practically wills it into existence.
Think of it this way: anxiety isn’t just a mental drain; it’s a self-fulfilling prophecy. You worry about messing up a presentation, and guess what? You fumble. Murphy’s Law is a reminder — face your fear, but don’t let it run the show. Confidence repels catastrophe. Keep your head high, and let the rest fall into place.
2. Kidlin’s Law
“If you write a problem down clearly and specifically, you have solved half of it.”
Sometimes, life feels like a mess of tangled thoughts and unspoken frustrations. Kidlin’s Law is here to remind you: clarity is power. When you’re stuck, grab a pen and write the problem down. Suddenly, what felt like chaos becomes a manageable challenge.
Why does it work? Because writing forces you to face the problem head-on, stripping away the drama. Instead of “My life is a mess,” you get down to “I need to prioritize my time better.” It’s simple, but powerful. Half the problem is in the fog. Clarity is the first step to cutting through it.
3. Gilbert’s Law
“When you take on a task, finding the best ways to achieve the desired result is always your responsibility.”
Gilbert’s Law hits hard. It’s the ultimate reality check on responsibility. When you commit to something, the onus is on you to figure it out. You can’t pass the blame, and you can’t expect anyone else to save the day. It’s all you.
Sure, there’s advice and support, but at the end of the day, success — or failure — is yours to own. If you’re not getting results, don’t point fingers. Look inward, adjust, find solutions, and get it done. This is a call to self-reliance. It’s a no-excuse mindset that builds resilience and strength.
4. Wilson’s Law:
“If you prioritize knowledge and intelligence, money will continue to come.”
Money is great, but it’s not the prize — it’s the side effect. Wilson’s Law is a reminder to focus on what really matters: building skills, growing knowledge, honing intelligence. If you chase learning, the money follows naturally. The more you know, the more value you bring, and value always attracts reward.
Think of the most successful people. They don’t obsess over dollars; they obsess over mastery. Money is a consequence, not the goal. This law is an invitation to prioritize growth over greed. Choose learning, and let the income come as a byproduct of your value.
5. Falkland’s Law:
“If you don’t have to make a decision about something, then don’t decide.”
Patience is underrated. Falkland’s Law suggests that sometimes, the smartest move is no move at all. When you’re uncertain, don’t rush to decide. Give it time, let the dust settle, and let the answer come naturally.
We live in a world that idolizes decisiveness. But being quick isn’t the same as being wise. When you’re forced into a choice, hesitation can be your friend. The right decision is often the one you make after the pressure fades, when you can see things clearly. Sometimes, waiting is the most strategic choice.
