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Introduction Robert Ransom’s *How to Journal for Beginners* is a beautifully crafted guide that transforms the idea of journaling from an overwhelming task into a fulfilling and approachable habit. The book is not just about putting pen to paper; it’s about finding a space for self-reflection, creativity, and personal growth. Ransom’s warm, conversational tone and practical advice make this a standout resource for anyone curious about journaling, regardless of experience. Book Review: How to Journal for Beginners by Robert Ransom What sets this book apart is its gentle encouragement. Ransom speaks directly to beginners, addressing the fears and doubts that often hold people back. He dismantles the myth that journaling is only for those with artistic talent or profound thoughts, reminding readers that every word they write has value. His message is simple but powerful: journaling isn’t about being perfect—it’s about being authentic. Ransom’s approach is refreshingly practical. He does...

The 5 Laws of Gold

5 Laws of Gold

Introduction

5 Laws of Gold are the laws mentioned by George S. Clason in his book ‘The Richest Man in Babylon published in 1926. This book dispenses financial advice that includes strategies and tactics based on 4000 years old principles of ancient Babylon. His work is timeless because the man has the same sort of needs and the laws of gold are also timeless that never change. Humans have desires that never change, like love, joy, wealth, health, peace, and happiness. You must help and serve people in such a way that they readily and happily give you their money if you want to earn money.

The 5 Laws of Gold

1. Pay yourself first, that is, Save 10% of your Total Income:
“Gold cometh gladly and in increasing quantity to any man who will put by not less than one-tenth of his earnings to create an estate for his future and that of his family.”
According to the First Law of the 5 Laws of God, You should save 10% of what you make. Every person needs a certain amount of money for necessities and survival but apart from that if you earn more, you can even save more. The beginning of all great wealth is a consistent savings plan.
2. Invest your Savings to build more Money
“Gold laboreth diligently and contentedly for the wise owner who finds for it profitable employment, multiplying even as the flocks of field.”
The second law of the 5 Laws of Gold advises investing money to build more money. It doesn’t mean that you spend it on lavish purchases rather spend money to earn more money. Thus, you must use your savings to invest and build different income sources that constantly fill your cash reserves and helps them to grow. 
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3. Read, Study, and seek qualified advice as Gold Loves a Cautious Owner
“Gold clingeth to the protection of the cautious owner who invests under the advice of men wise in its handling.”
The third law of the 5 Laws of Gold says that you should always seek advice from a person who is qualified to give you that advice. Most celebrities and athletes hand over their finances to financial advisors. It turns out to be the right decision in many cases but you should have some participation in the management of your finances otherwise you might land up in some trouble.
4. Study Investments and educate yourself before investing:
“Gold slippeth away from the man who invests it in businesses or purposes with which he is not familiar or which are not approved by those skilled in its keep.”
According to the fourth law of the 5 Laws of Gold, you must study and educate yourself well before investing. This law encompasses the two wealth killers namely Ego and Laziness except the third one, that is, Greed. Sometimes people are lazy due to which they don’t read, attend seminars or otherwise educate themselves and sometimes they are egotistical due to which they think that they are too smart to need any further education.
To him who is without knowledge of the five laws, gold comes not often, and goeth away quickly. But to him who abide by the five laws, gold comes and works as his dutiful slave.
5. Don’t fall for Get-Rich-Quick Schemes:
“Gold flees the man who would force it to impossible earnings or who followeth the alluring advice of tricksters and schemers or who trusts it to his own inexperience and romantic desires in investment.”
The fifth law of the 5 Laws of Gold advises us to not be greedy and invest wisely. Few people offer such unrealistic investment returns that are way too good to be true. It works for some time but then when it all blows up, most of the people who invested their money in that collapse. There are many cases of people who do not have any knowledge and purpose for their hard-earned money, and due to that, it disappears.

Summary

These 5 Laws of Gold given in the book ‘The Richest Man in Babylon’ by George S. Clason are golden rules. The financial advice of ancient Babylon is thousands of years old that teaches such strategies to people even today that if they follow them sincerely, it multiplies their wealth several times. They are applicable in the lives of people of almost all times in all situations. We should manage our finances in accordance with these principles if we want financial freedom and surplus money in our lives.

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