#354. Dad, how has social distancing impacted you?
Social distancing has increased my screen time, decreased my energy and increased my snacking.
Habits
#341. Dad, are habits developed all at once?
Drip by drip, day by day. Habits lead to commitments and commitments create learning.
#335. Dad, how can I find consistency?
Find consistency by focusing on what you can control and influence each day.
#321. Dad, should I only focus on my goals?
Focus on growth rather than goals. Have a growth mindset and the goals will follow.
#307. Dad, what is continuation bias?
Continuing with an original course of action that is no longer viable.
#297. Dad, is personal finance all about money?
Personal finance is about values, habits and mindset and not only about money.
#283. Dad, do I only improve by moving forward?
Eliminating mistakes is an under-appreciated way to improve.
#276. Dad, tell me about self doubt.
It is the feeling of panic and anxiety at the idea of failure.
#266. Dad, tell me about financial discipline.
Financial discipline fosters character traits like self control, prudence, and patience.
#263. Dad, I have difficulty saying “No”
When you say “NO”, you are saving space for “YES”.
#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.
#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.
#210. Dad, what is a victim mindset?
DAD: Stop blaming others and take responsibility for the circumstances of your life.
#205. Dad, good time management is not easy.
DAD: In order to improve your time management, you must first improve your habits.
#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.
#190. Dad, sometimes I take the easy way out
DAD: Whenever you take the easy way in favour of what’s right, you slowly destroy your character.
#177. Dad, I think I am successful because I achieve my goals.
If you view life as merely achieving goals, you will have the illusion of success.
#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 […]
#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.
#116. Dad, how do I beat procrastination?
DAD: Get better at two things: Self- Management and Willpower
#99. Dad, what is the frivolous purchase threshold?
DAD: If you ever wonder where your money went to at the end of the month, it is probably hidden in frivolous trinkets that you […]
#77. Dad, tell me about work.
Avoid busy work—enjoy focused work instead.
#50. Dad, how do I save for short-term goals?
Pick a goal. Create a separate account to save for the goal. Start saving for that goal.