Happy Sexy Millionaire : Rewiring Success & Happiness | A Library

 

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Introduction

What does success really mean? Most people chase money, status, and validation—only to feel unfulfilled when they finally get them. That’s the core lesson of Happy Sexy Millionaire by Steven Bartlett: everything you think about success and happiness is probably wrong.

As someone who’s building multiple platforms—WriteAWord (writing), Femme Indonesia (women’s empowerment), speaX Indonesia (communication), and Positive Life Indonesia (HIV awareness)—I understand the tension between ambition and fulfillment. I used to believe that success meant constantly doing more, achieving more, and proving more. But this book made me rethink:

• What if success isn’t just about hard work, but about the mindset behind it?
• What if happiness isn’t the result of success, but the foundation for it?
• What if we could redefine wealth—not just as money, but as freedom, health, and peace of mind?

Let’s dive into what makes this book a game-changer.

Summary (No Spoilers)

Steven Bartlett breaks down the illusion of success and why so many high achievers still feel unfulfilled. He challenges the traditional idea that money + status = happiness and instead introduces a new model:

✅ Happy: Your mental well-being and inner peace must come first.
✅ Sexy: Confidence, self-love, and authenticity create attraction (not just looks).
✅ Millionaire: Financial freedom should be about how you live, not just what you earn.

Some of the biggest takeaways:

• Happiness isn’t the reward; it’s the starting point. If you think success will make you happy, you’re playing the wrong game.
• Reprogram your beliefs. Many of us carry outdated ideas about work, money, and self-worth—this book helps you unlearn them.
• Self-love is your greatest asset. Confidence comes from accepting yourself, not from external validation.
• Your mindset about money matters. If you see wealth as something bad or hard to achieve, you’ll subconsciously push it away.

One of my favorite quotes:
"The reason you're not happy is because you believe the wrong things about happiness."

Reflection / Personal Perspective

This book forced me to reflect: Am I building success on my own terms, or chasing an illusion?

For a long time, I believed success meant being busy, achieving more, and constantly proving myself. When I launched WriteAWord, Femme Indonesia, speaX Indonesia, and Positive Life Indonesia, I wanted them to be the best. But I often felt exhausted, questioning whether I was doing enough.

This book made me realize: Success without happiness is failure.

Instead of chasing validation, I started focusing on:

• Alignment: Am I creating something meaningful, or just following trends?
• Authenticity: Does this work reflect who I really am?
• Sustainability: Can I maintain this without burning out?

For example, Femme Indonesia isn’t about selling a lifestyle—it’s about empowering women with real conversations on health, aging, and self-worth. That impact is what matters most.

And when I started seeing success as something I define—not what society dictates—I felt lighter, freer, and ironically, more successful.

Who Should Read This Book?

• Entrepreneurs and ambitious professionals who feel stuck in the "work hard = success" trap.
• Anyone struggling with self-doubt, imposter syndrome, or seeking external validation.
• People who want a mindset shift on money, happiness, and fulfillment.

Conclusion & Final Thoughts

Happy Sexy Millionaire isn’t a traditional success book—it’s a mindset reset. If you’re tired of chasing success but never feeling satisfied, this book will change how you think about wealth, happiness, and self-worth.

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Have you ever felt like you were chasing success the wrong way?