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#387. Mistakes are are often the result of an obsession with perfection

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#385. Eat that frog is a metaphor for tackling your most challenging tasks of the day – the ones you are most likely to procrastinate on.  

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#371. Dad, what does perfection look like?

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No need to understand what perfection looks like, focus on what better looks like.

#363. Dad, how do we become who we are?

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We become what we expose ourselves to – who we hang out with, what we listen to and how we define success.

#356. Dad, what does it mean to be a person of colour?

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It is exhausting being a person of colour. Beyond discrimination, psychological and social stress are long lasting and damaging.

#325. Dad, should I only plan for the future?

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Designating time to plan for the future is essential, as is reflecting on and learning from the past.

#322. Dad, tell me about new beginnings.

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A new beginning may be the thing you need to find purpose.

#321. Dad, should I only focus on my goals?

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Focus on growth rather than goals. Have a growth mindset and the goals will follow.

#320. Dad, I have to deal with so many problems?

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Think a little less about managing your problems and a little more about managing your mindset.

#319. How do I build my mental strength muscles?

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Mental strength is built through small, daily victories. It’s the individual choices we make daily that build our “mental strength” muscles. 

#318. Dad, should I react to every conversation?

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Silent acknowledgment works better when people are venting.

#308. Dad, should I care what people think of my choices?

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Become good at not caring what irrelevant people think about you. Decide who belongs in the relevant bunch.

#305. Dad, sometimes I feel like I have no direction.

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Having no direction is an excuse to get one step closer to a more fulfilling life.

#302. Dad, is it OK to buy inexpensive stuff?

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Justifying purchases with a low sticker price is faulty logic. Eventually, our stuff will get the last laugh with the silent stress of a cluttered […]

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#288. Dad, tell me about failure and self-worth.

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Failure does not determine your self-worth. Only you do.

#287. Dad, is change necessary?

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Yes. Without change, there would be no butterflies.

#283. Dad, do I only improve by moving forward?

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Eliminating mistakes is an under-appreciated way to improve.

#275. Dad, what is a “peaceful life?”

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A “peaceful life” is the removal of ongoing stress.

#267. Dad, what causes unhappiness?

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Our own unrealistic expectations of ourselves and others makes us unhappy.

#254. Dad, tell me about failing

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Failing is a necessary step to success. Failing does not make you a failure.

#251. Dad, what are the three most harmful addictions?

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Heroin, carbohydrates and a monthly salary.

Dad, are rules sacred?

#243. Dad, are rules sacred?

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Rules are not sacred, principles are.

#241. Dad, what is the meaning of life?

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DAD: Whatever you want it to be.

#237. Dad, it is so tempting to buy stuff

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DAD: Advertisers trick you into wanting stuff. Ignore the noise.

#231. Dad. What is your favourite Carl Jung quote?

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DAD: “The privilege of a lifetime is to become who you truly are.”

#223. Dad, what is the Pygmalion Effect?

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DAD:  The Pygmalion Effect is how the power of positive thinking can result in positive outcomes—just by changing your perspective. 

#211. Dad, what is a “reverse bucket list?”

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DAD: A “reverse bucket list” reminds you of what you have already done and makes you feel inspired instead of overwhelmed.

#199. Dad, what is “background stress?”

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Background” stress is a constant and continuous level of stress brought about by too many life demands

#172. Dad, life is unfair.

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At the end of each day, breathe deeply, appreciate where you are, and see the value in what you have.

#171. Dad, what is your favourite Lao Tzu quote?

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“Knowing others is intelligence; knowing yourself is true wisdom. Mastering others is strength; mastering yourself is true power.”

#169. Dad, tell me about self compassion

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Finding compassion for others is easy but finding compassion for yourself is much harder.

#166. Dad, how do I take control of my priorities?

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Try to create a life of choice around things that are important to you.

#164. Dad, tell me about reading

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Reading allows you to see the world more clearly.

#149. Dad, tell me about experimentation

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Experimentation is a necessary ingredient for success. It allows you to make mistakes and shoot for the moon.

#132. Dad, is it important to have structure in your day?

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Having structure is important to get things done. Setting aside unstructured “thinking time” is just as important.

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#131. Dad, is the grass actually greener on the other side?

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Who cares what colour the grass is on the other side. Live in the moment and embrace the present.

#130. Dad, why should I keep a diary?

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A diary helps you to pay attention to your life and it’s a good place to keep bad ideas.

#125. Dad, there is so much I still have to figure out

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It’s not always about trying to figure things out. Sometimes it’s about allowing things to reveal themselves.

#124. Dad, tell me about getting old

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As you age, you’ll learn to value your time, genuine relationships, meaningful work, and peace of mind.

#118. Dad, what is the external comparison trap?

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Comparison makes us feel as if life is a race. The only benefit to comparison is inspiration.

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    #389. Burning your boat is an act of courage that makes it impossible to return to an earlier situation.

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    #388. Productivity guilt is the nagging feeling that you are not creating, achieving or working hard enough. 

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  • #384. We get bored because we fail to see the beauty in the mundane. We forget to appreciate the simple things in life, and we forget how to spend time with our thoughts. 

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