Day 27: Financial Discipline (The Professional Mindset)
If you are worried about rent, you cannot focus on your jump shot. Financial Stress is a massive cortisol spike. It forces you to take bad sponsorship deals. It forces you to play injured because you need the game check.
The "Runway" Concept: You need a "Runway" of 6 months of expenses in the bank. This is your "F*** You Money." If a coach tries to force you to play injured, you can say No. Because you aren't desperate.
Invest in Yourself: The best asset you own is your body.
- $200 on sneakers isn't spending; it's equipment.
- $200 on bottle service is burning money. Know the difference.
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