#261.Dad, how do I manage my anger?
The more you understand someone, the less you can be angry with them.
Character
#258. Dad, do I have to know everything?
What matters is not how many things you know, but rather how well you know the things that matter.
#257. Dad, when do values matter?
Values matter the most when you really feel conflicted.
#252. Dad, tell me about time?
Time is incredibly precious. Waste it wisely.
#251. Dad, what are the three most harmful addictions?
Heroin, carbohydrates and a monthly salary.
#245. Dad. What is the imposter syndrome?
The idea that you’ve only succeeded due to luck, and not because of your talent or qualifications.
#240. Dad, when should I start to worry?
DAD: Never. Worrying doesn’t change outcomes. Worrying ruins your day. Worrying distracts you from the work at hand.
#239. Dad, you speak about “Quiet Leadership”.
DAD: Quiet leaders don’t raise their voices. They listen more than they speak.
#236. Dad, what should I talk about?
DAD: Talk about life, love, meaning, experiences, entrepreneurship. Be inquisitive, learn about people
#235. Dad, tell me about taking action?
DAD: Talking about doing something and actually doing it are two very different things
#231. Dad. What is your favourite Carl Jung quote?
DAD: “The privilege of a lifetime is to become who you truly are.”
#223. Dad, what is the Pygmalion Effect?
DAD: The Pygmalion Effect is how the power of positive thinking can result in positive outcomes—just by changing your perspective.
#214. Dad, some days are so hard
DAD: Your track record for getting through hard days is 100% so far.
#213. Dad, tell me about silence
DAD: Silence helps us to eliminate distractions from our daily life.
#211. Dad, what is a “reverse bucket list?”
DAD: A “reverse bucket list” reminds you of what you have already done and makes you feel inspired instead of overwhelmed.
#175. Dad, what does “Dulcius Ex Asperis” mean?
DAD: This phrase means “Sweeter after difficulties” It reminds you that nothing good comes easily.
#154. Dad, how do I become a better version of myself?
DAD: You have to remain consistent, don’t strive for perfection and learn to say “No” more often.
#153. Dad, does pride come at a price?
DAD: If you’re too proud to accept help or live within your means, it can cost you money and cut off options. Take pride in who you […]
#137. Dad, should I fear the unknown?
DAD: The unknown is not to be feared. It is merely something you’ve yet to experience.
#136. Dad, what does it mean to be resourceful?
DAD: It means being creative, rebellious, determined, and unstoppable. It means asking for help, but not waiting for help.
#135. Dad, What can I do when other people are being annoying and inconsiderate?
DAD: You can only control your behaviour. If you try to change every other person, you are going to be miserable.
#134. Dad, how do I get excited every day?
DAD: Each day is a blank canvas waiting for a splash of colour. Paint away and get excited by the beauty of the picture you create […]
#132. Dad, is it important to have structure in your day?
DAD: Structure is important to get things done. But, set aside unstructured “thinking time” in your schedule.
#127. Dad, do you have to have talent to succeed?
DAD: Success is note determined by talent alone. Character trumps talent in my book.
#122. Dad, tell me about new experiences.
New experiences provide opportunities for new versions of ourselves to emerge.