By 2026, I want to straighten out my thinking.

Not chasing overnight riches, nor engaging in petty schemes, just honestly laying a solid foundation. These things may seem unremarkable, but they are the keys to connecting to a bigger world.

**Action Checklist:**

A reliable iPhone is standard. Get a Hong Kong phone number to solve overseas service verification issues. Then, a long-term usable overseas Apple ID—don’t keep changing it. With these, don’t forget your passport and Hong Kong-Macau travel permits; freedom of movement is essentially basic capability.

Financial access needs to be established: get a compliant Hong Kong bank card, and open a US brokerage account (like Interactive Brokers), directly connecting to global markets. This way, you’re not just passively watching the market but truly participating.

Information and expression are crucial. Carefully manage your X account—this is your window to the world. Also, steadfastly invest in core assets—QQQ, SPY, BTC, GOLD—avoid gambling on low-probability events.

Don’t forget about yourself. Develop a habit of regular exercise and improve your English fundamentals. Lastly, learn to collaborate deeply with AI—don’t just see it as a search engine.

You don’t need to do all ten at once; completing half in a year is already progress.

Persist until 2027, and looking back, you’ll probably thank the version of yourself who didn’t waste time.