Why Geniuses Have a Time Limit

Because the other side can simply refuse to engage with you, dragging the confrontation out until you’re completely drained, and biding their time until their family produces a more brilliant talent to challenge you.

Even a genius like Zhuge Liang could do nothing against Sima Yi, who simply refused to fight, wore him down, and struck only when the time was right.

In other words, if you come from a privileged family background, you should pursue conservatism and preserve the status quo.

Only when the return rates are more favorable should you step up, embrace risk, and pursue better returns. When the return environment deteriorates, you should protect your wealth and wait for better opportunities.