The author points out that there is such a thing as the “Rat Race” and it happens to well-intentioned people whose main goal in life is to make money instead of allowing money to work for them. This was clearly demonstrated when young Robert is shown by Rich Dad the endless cycle that people go through waking up, working and paying taxes. This cycle never stops, but only grows the longer you stay on it (Kiyoski, 2001). After reading the first lesson, I began to consider the areas of my life where I can improve so as to avoid entering the never-ending “rat race.” I started analyzing my work and what it means for me in the long term. Will I be here in 5 years? Can I get promoted? A theme that counters these questions is the fact that the author strongly pushes the belief that working for yourself is the only way to achieve true wealth. I disagree that it is possible to acquire wealth by climbing the corporate ranks these days. Again, this comes back to understanding money and how it works