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Feb 7·edited Feb 7Liked by kingflum

The tenets that guide my collection journey:

1. Don't attach sentimental reasons to a purchase.

2. Aesthetics first.

2. There are no grails.

4. Make a plan and stick to it, use the matrix as a reminder and to make adjustments as necessary.

5. Don't let cost be a barrier.

One and two were with me from the beginning. The others came more recently, around the time that you first published the matrix.

The project watch is such a cool concept and regarding this specific one, at first I didn't like it, but certainly can appreciate it. As I've been sitting in this meeting sort of staring at it, I'll be damned if it isn't growing on me. Either way, well done to him!

My favorite Leonism from the premier- “They call that shit DTM. Doing too much.”

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I struggle with 1 sometimes but you’re right. Grail is a moving target. The fact that you reference the matrix fills me with pride 😃🥂

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Feb 10Liked by kingflum

Yes, I meant to comment also that the matrix has made its way into my decision-making process ever since I read it….. really it’s quite an invaluable tool 👍🏼

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Feb 9·edited Feb 9Liked by kingflum

I think gaining sentimental value through ownership is sometimes unavoidable and fine. I don't subscribe to doing it as justification or reason for a purchase though. My tastes change too much. I'd hate to feel like I had to wear/keep something that I don't really enjoy anymore.

And to be a bit c*nty, I just roll my eyes when dudes tie all manner of "life events" to a purchase. Just buy the effin watch because you want to.

If there was ever a watch collecting 101 class, the matrix should be in it. I can't imagine all the shitters across the world that could have been avoided. 😂

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Couldn’t have put it better. Sentimental value as justification is flawed on many levels.

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Feb 9Liked by kingflum

You’re sharing of your journey and experience was enthralling to read and picture in my mind…. Certainly the highlight of this post and was not only motivating but underscored and reminded me of the importance and value of the ongoing and relentless acknowledgment of gratitude in all things! So thank you 🙏🏼 for that!

And fvck you Siri, you cvnt; YES I calked you a cvnt! 😝😂🤣😹

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And thank YOU for saying so, and all the support since the beginning. 🙏

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Feb 25Liked by kingflum

Bullshit. Don’t lower your goals because of your perception of what’s possible. Change your perception to suit your goals.

That said, this quote pretty much summarizes the live event industry: “Individuals tend to overemphasise their insider knowledge and underestimate potential obstacles or challenges that might arise during the execution of the task or project.”

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Explain this “lower your goals” narrative?

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Feb 25Liked by kingflum

“perhaps consider a new resolution: resolve to cut down the list to encompass exactly what you can afford.”

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Feb 25Liked by kingflum

Das some bad advice homie.

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Taken out of context, sure.

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