#386. Dad, what is “Mudita?”
“Mudita?” is the principle of taking sympathetic or unselfish joy in the good fortune of others.
Gratitude
#382. Dad, has the pandemic changed you?
It has changed parts of me. I see the pandemic as a moment to reconnect with what is essential in my life.
#377. Dad, what really matters in the end?
Only three things matter: how much you loved, how gently you lived, and how gracefully you let go of things not meant for you. — […]
#371. Dad, what does perfection look like?
No need to understand what perfection looks like, focus on what better looks like.
#364. Dad, when are we happiest and effective?
We are happiest and most effective when our minds cease to be time travellers and stay focused on the here and now.
#347. Dad, what is grace?
Grace is the ability to find peace regardless of your capacity to control your circumstances
#345. Dad, what is the best average day for you?
A low-stress day. Quality time with family and watching my favourite sports team.
#343. Dad, I focus too much on yesterday and tomorrow?
Obsession with yesterday leads to regret and a constant focus on the future breeds anxiety.
#339. Dad, how do I get through these dark days?
The best way to combat stress and anxiety is to focus on one positive thought after another until you are drowning in positivity.
#338. Dad, why do some people avoid happiness?
Some people avoid happiness because they fail to be grateful for the little things.
#337. Dad, some days I just want to vent
Be sure to vent about your joys and not only your problems.
#336. Dad, what is the law of “diminishing gratitude?”
When you take everyday blessings for granted.
#333. Dad, dealing with a pandemic is disheartening.
Yes, it is painful and debilitating. However, the pain can be mediated by a sense of gratitude and passion for being alive.
#331. Dad, what is status anxiety?
It is the constant fear of being perceived as “unsuccessful” by society in terms of material wealth.
#325. Dad, should I only plan for the future?
Designating time to plan for the future is essential, as is reflecting on and learning from the past.
#323. Dad, I am happy with the current version of myself.
If you are happy with the current version of yourself, perhaps the question to ask is: How can I be better than before?
#316. Dad, what does Charles Dickens’s classic story, “A Christmas Carol”, teach us about money?
True wealth is not about money.
#315. Dad, what does Scrooge teach us about generosity?
The generosity of spirit is far more important than giving money.
#299. Dad, how do I impress others?
Living an authentic life where you are genuinely true to yourself every single day will impress others.
#296. Dad, why do you prefer experiences rather than gifts?
I am not against gifts. I simply prefer something that has meaning or memories, instead of stuff.
#278. Dad, do I need external validation to recognize my success?
Self-esteem and self-worth only come from the inside and other people’s validation should not matter
#256. Dad, what does thanksgiving mean to you?
Thanksgiving is my favourite holiday. It is a time for gratitude, reflection and celebration
#246. Dad, what is stillness?
To be steady while the world spins around you.
#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.
#244. Dad, how do I tell my inner critic to f**k off?
Start the day by being true to yourself and trust your gut.
#242. Dad, what happens when I am not present?
DAD: By not being present, we scatter ourselves; and that scattering causes us to look for fulfillment in the wrong places.
#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.
#236. Dad, what should I talk about?
DAD: Talk about life, love, meaning, experiences, entrepreneurship. Be inquisitive, learn about people
#213. Dad, tell me about silence
Silence helps us to eliminate distractions from our daily life.
#204. Dad, tell me about being a perfectionist.
DAD: Perfectionists are motivated to make the best choice every time. This can lead to decision paralysis.
#202. Dad, what is prayer?
Prayer is recognition that we can’t figure out this thing called life, on our own.
#198. Dad, how do I enjoy most of my day?
It is not realistic to enjoy every part of your day. Just enjoy the small moments.
#187. Dad, does everybody pray?
Everyone prays. The peace and love our hearts long for is our unspoken prayer.
#179. Dad, do our basic needs ever change?
Our basic needs never change. We all need to be seen and appreciated, we need to belong and we all need love.
#173. Dad, I don’t seem to have peace of mind
Peace of mind arrives the moment you come to peace with what is on your mind.
#172. Dad, life is unfair.
At the end of each day, breathe deeply, appreciate where you are, and see the value in what you have.
#134. Dad, how do I get excited every day?
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 […]
#131. Dad, is the grass actually greener on the other side?
Who cares what colour the grass is on the other side. Live in the moment and embrace the present.
#124. Dad, tell me about getting old
As you age, you’ll learn to value your time, genuine relationships, meaningful work, and peace of mind.
#112. Dad, what is the difference between thinking and doing?
Thinking is valueless, unless it leads to doing.