Recently, I realized one thing — when life is well-managed, investments tend to be better. The reverse is also true.

Think carefully, whether it's living life or investing, the underlying logic is really the same: focus. Concentrate. Approach long-term returns rationally. Do the right things. Then do things right.

Look at those investors who truly make money; their approach to life and investing is basically the same — they know exactly what they want, they are not disturbed by short-term noise, and they can assess risks rationally. People like this usually manage their businesses well too.

Conversely, the same applies. Entrepreneurs who build their companies well over the long term often have similar logic and patience in investing and financial management. Although their specific methods differ greatly, the core decision-making — that rational, patient, focused temperament — is consistent.

So if you are always losing money in investments or constantly messing around in life, maybe you should reflect: Are you not focused enough on your long-term goals? Are you being hijacked by emotions and short-term fluctuations? Are you doing the wrong things, or doing the right things the wrong way?

Once you understand this underlying logic, everything else becomes easier.