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Sergey Rybachenko's Philosophy: Living in the Present and Finding Happiness
NewsFebruary 19, 2020·1 min read

Sergey Rybachenko's Philosophy: Living in the Present and Finding Happiness


Sergey Rybachenko, a prominent figure in the poker community, has a unique philosophy on life and financial freedom. He believes in living in the present and not worrying about the future. Rybachenko once had over $10 million but ended up with large debts and had to move to Beirut.

Despite his financial struggles, Rybachenko maintains that happiness comes from within and not from material possessions. He has experienced both extreme wealth and poverty, including living in a friend's dacha in Podmoskovye. He and his friend Saška have a lifestyle of moving from one extreme to another, currently living in Latvia with a high standard of living but no money.

Rybachenko enjoys the atmosphere of WSOP and the drafts, even if he is already out of the tournament. He finds joy in the experience rather than the outcome, emphasizing the importance of enjoying the present moment.

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