The author states that the core of investing is adhering to a constant set of principles rather than chasing trends or market disruptions. ^[1] The author reflects on her realization at age 39 that adult friendships require intentional effort, contrasting this with the spontaneous ease of making friends at age 22. ^[2] The author, who lives with a chronic illness involving significant cognitive limitations, uses AI tools to research, organize thoughts, and write coherent content that would otherwise be impossible for them to produce alone. ^[3] Contrary to the initial hypothesis, the use of AI resulted in the author working more hours on the project. ^[4] The author, a designer, attempted to use AI tools to automate the process of converting product ideas into working software. ^[5] The author argues that the ability to connect with others is more important than the goal of being the biggest entity in a field. ^[6] The author announced on Medium that they joined DataAgent as Co-founder and CTO, making it their official role in the company. ^[7] The author states that throughout their past two years as a Yale undergraduate, they have witnessed a growing presence of Catholic faith and philosophy on the campus. ^[8] The article advises investors to diversify to protect their capital before attempting to multiply it. ^[9] The article emphasizes that cash flows matter most in the long term, as the value of a business depends on its ability to generate cash. ^[10] The author shares 25 principles intended to serve as a starting point for anyone building an investment strategy. ^[11] During her twenties, the author's friendships formed naturally through proximity in university residences, classes, and fraternities without significant planning. ^[12]