The 'too hard pile' should be used very aggressively in investing; using it extensively represents an 'exercise in humility' and being true to oneself, as the high ego of humans makes them unwilling to admit what they cannot figure out.

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Monish Pabrai

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Humans have a high ego. They're not willing to admit... It's a exercise in humility... The too hard pile should be very aggressively used. Very aggressive. Because that's where when you're being true to yourself.

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Mohnish Pabrai's Brutally Honest Thoughts on the Stock Market.New Money
Created: 8/12/2026, 6:21:10 PM

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