Written by Yaron Peretz

We’ve all thought about it before. . .

The things we’d buy if we won the lottery. The experiences we’d have with all that wealth. Traveling the world, buying that fancy house with that sports car. A nice dream.

For some lucky few, however; that dream has become a reality. There are countless inspirational stories of individuals who have risen from some of the worst life circumstances with the help of the lottery. The big question: does extreme wealth change who you are as a person, or simply amplify what’s already there?

Take Tom Crist for example. A Canadian Businessman who won $40 Million in 2013. What did he do with his winnings you might ask? He donated every penny to charity in honor of his late wife, who had passed away from cancer. His donation went to various cancer research and treatment organizations, making a significant impact on the lives of many individuals struggling with the disease. 

While it’s nice to dream about the things the lottery can do for you; it can also be good to think ‘big’. Instead of seeing the money as a resource for buying things, remember that it can also be an incredibly powerful tool to build ideas that last well-beyond their initial investment. Case-in-point Shane Missler: a 25-year-old from Florida, won a $451 million Mega Millions jackpot in 2018. Despite his newfound wealth, Missler remained grounded and focused on the future. He announced plans to use the money to help his family, support his education, and pursue his entrepreneurial dreams.

The things that outlast money and our material possessions in the end are our values, experiences, and the people we love. When the money from the lottery is spent, think about what will be leftover. Perhaps it’s better to live life everyday with the mindset that we had already won the lottery. What’s the next step? Instead of simply dreaming of that moment, imagine if it had already happened. The very next day, you’d still wake up in the same bed (alone, or with your partner); still do your daily morning routine (coffee, preparing breakfast). Maybe you’d even still be working your job. . . not because you need to, but rather because you want to. Everything will have changed overnight, yet nothing would have changed. It’s important to remember that dreams and aspirations don’t materialize overnight.

So the next time you think about what you would do if you won the Jackpot, think a little longer and harder for a moment. Most importantly, you should be using Lancellot to actively work towards achieving your goal of winning the lottery. It is the no.1 go-to destination for all your lottery-ticket purchasing needs. With our innovative group feature, you can increase your chances of obtaining that sweet prize money. 

Go to Lancellot.com to find out more, and stay tuned to Lancellot’s Lottery Blog for more relevant and interesting articles like this one!