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Summary of Will Book by Will Smith and Mark Manson

Name: Will
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Author: Will Smith and Mark Manson

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We see famous personalities mainly through tiny slits, and it is sometimes easy to erroneously judge how much effort they put into life. In this piece, Will Smith leaves no holds barred in sharing the highs and lows of his life. Will Smith is an actor, producer, and musician, a two-time Academy Award nominee, and Grammy and NAACP award winner, who has enjoyed a diverse career encompassing film, television, and multi-platinum albums. He is married to Jada Smith, with whom he started the family foundation named after them. On the other hand, Mark Manson is a New York Times bestselling writer. He’s best known for The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck and the Everything is F*cked that have sold millions worldwide. “The road to success is through commitment, and through the strength to drive through that commitment when it gets hard.” ~ Will Smith

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The average entertainment lover may write off Will Smith as a privileged celebrity, making it big time in the industry. However, everyone’s got a story, and this celebrity’s account is not one to write off.

His family background, the environment he grew up in, and several related factors contributed to his personality, drive, and success. For example, according to Smith, an unforgettable memory of how his filial grooming ― though burdensome and by far unconventional ― influenced him when he was only 11 years old. In addition, Smith’s dad, whom every member of the family addressed by the moniker Daddio, noticed the wall in front of his shop was in disrepair. So, he drafted Will and his younger brother, Harry, to build another one.

Daddio could have contracted a construction team to put up the new twelve feet high and twenty feet long brick wall in two days, tops, but he opted for recruiting his two adolescent sons. That wall would eventually take Will and Harry close to a year of daily labor to complete. The shop was Daddio’s full-time business then, so he had enough time to supervise the kids when they came off school and report to this task. There was no excuse for missing a day of work at the brick wall; the lads even had to work on weekends! If any kid were exposed to that kind of labor in the present dispensation, the Child Protection Service would get wound up in the equation.

Though the brick wall task was burdensome for him and his brother during their childhood, Will realized ― with a pinch of denial ― in adulthood that it was one of the lessons that molded him into the success he is today.

You will learn some of the most impactful lessons of life in spite of yourself.

What brick walls are you trying to build with all the grit you can muster? Is it your career, relationship, education, or fitness? Are you satisfied with losing touch with reality by thinking that the wall is high, or will you pick up the next brick and keep laying till the work is done? This piece offers you not just some in-depth insight into the life of one of Hollywood’s most successful actors but a pattern of life that ultimately yields self-optimization and the actualization of your best self. Don’t miss any inspiring juice in this summary as you peruse it to the end.

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Will’s motivation and imagination was built from childhood

Though a hardworking and resourceful man, Willard Carroll Smith I (Daddio) was a looming shadow over their family, so much so that his namesake was always afraid of him. During Will’s childhood, Daddio would make a case of calling out anyone who referred to his first son as Junior, a term he detested; Daddio had named Will after himself ― Willard Carroll Smith II.

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Various influences counteract in the formative puddle of every human life

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A dose of fame too early may spell doom

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Love, acknowledgment, and moral fulfillment drove the rise of a budding star

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The realities of life manifest in a different shade when filial responsibilities emerge

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Material gain is often inconsequential in the ultimate fulfillment

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What is Will about?

In this captivating memoir, a renowned actor and musician, alongside a bestselling author, delves into the life of one of Hollywood's most influential figures. From his humble beginnings to his rise to stardom, Will Smith shares his personal journey, offering valuable insights and lessons learned along the way. With wit, vulnerability, and wisdom, this book takes readers on an inspiring exploration of self-discovery, success, and the pursuit of happiness.

Who should read Will

Fans of Will Smith and Mark Manson seeking personal growth.
Individuals interested in learning from successful celebrities' experiences.
Those looking for a motivational and insightful self-help book.

Topics in Will

Self-Help for Women Motivational Personal Development Success Self-Discovery Self-Care Self-Love Confidence Mental Toughness Happiness Relationships Parenting Leadership Entrepreneurship Career Development

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