#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.
Gratitude
#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
DAD: 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.
#187. Dad, does everybody pray?
DAD: Everyone prays. The peace and love our hearts long for is our unspoken prayer.
#179. Dad, do our basic needs ever change?
DAD: Our basic needs never change. The need to be seen and appreciated, the need to belong and the need for a little love!
#173. Dad, I don’t seem to have peace of mind
DAD: Peace of mind arrives the moment you come to peace with what’s on your mind.
#172. Dad, life is unfair.
DAD: 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?
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 […]
#124. Dad, tell me about getting old
DAD: 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.
#90. Dad, what is ingratitude?
DAD: Ingratitude is when money only flows inward and never outward.