The Power of One More: The Ultimate Guide to Happiness and Success

Chapter 6 discusses how the one more thinker can surround themselves with positive influences. This is partly accomplished through having a strong “inner circle,” a group of close associations who influence how you engage with the world. According to Mylett, “to succeed in life, your peer group’s standards must align with your own” (81).

Mylett draws concentric circles to define the importance of relationships. The outermost circle contains many strangers; the innermost circle contains a few influential people, like parents, mentors, best friends, and partners. However, “not all life‐long friends and family members end up being in your inner circle” (73). Acquaintances and casual relationships make up the rings between the strangers and the inner circle. The point is to make yourself the “bull’s eye” of the circle to attract better associations—that is, to get important, powerful, and influential people closer to you at the center.

Mylett has three to five inner circle friends. Based on individual preference, this number can vary. People who inspire and make you want to be a better person are always welcome in an inner circle. To evaluate the inner circle, you should ask if these people improve your “financial affairs, your relationships, emotional health, faith, physical well‐being, or provide the love every person needs” (89).