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i have found that the surest way to become frustrated when setting goals is to try to tackle the hard stuff first. instead, it is better to do the easy stuff right away. accomplishing anything will give you a sense of satisfaction and increase your motivation. have the big goals - yes - but tell yourself that you are "on the path" and that if you never finish it is alright - at least you are making progress. an activity that has no intrinsic value for you is not worth your time so do the little things that make you happy and continue to dream big. if you instantly had all that you think you want, there is no "locking it in". you will become old and sick and will eventually die so enjoy the time you have now. that is my advice

i just wanted to add that "really hard" things are not really hard. in my experience all complex activities are the result of many simple actions learned with repetition and practice. so you should build a foundation by mastering many simple things. life can/should be "play"

The Hundred-Year Language by Paul Graham. Essay in Hackers & Painters.

Journey To Ixtlan is a personal favorite.

One of the best! 42.

The Laundry Files.

The Glass Bead Game.

Wizards Presents: Worlds And Monsters.

Structure And Interpretation Of Computer Programs.

Writing On Water by Mooji.

you should patent your algorithm and take advantage of your discovery

you might simultaneously advocate for a change in the patent law

in my mind you have two obligations

you have an obligation to your self which should not be ignored

and you have an obligation to society at large

i see a future where copyright and patent are not necessary but they exist now and you should not suffer when there is another option

i think you might be an even better advocate for patent law reform with a lucrative patent in hand

i say you should do it - just make sure your idea is really new and really great