#260. Dad, how do I get what I want?
One way, is to want less. Another way is to first help other people get what they want.
Minimalism
#250. Dad, what is akrasia?
Akrasia is when you do one thing even though you know you should do something else. Like spending and saving.
#214. Dad, some days are so hard
DAD: Your track record for getting through hard days is 100% so far.
#207. Dad, what is the “ten second” rule?
DAD: Any time you are about to spend money, count to ten slowly and consider how this purchase may impact your life.
#203. Dad, what is the debt snowball method?
DAD: This method helps you to pay off debts with the smallest amount owed first.
#150. Dad, what is passive income?
Passive income is income you earn while you are doing something else.
#118. Dad, what is the external comparison trap?
Comparison makes us feel as if life is a race. The only benefit to comparison is inspiration.
#102. Dad, does having more stuff equal happiness?
DAD:Material items do not always equal happiness. Sometimes they just add stress and debt.
#72. Dad, what is minimalism?
Minimalism is less about the quantity of items you have and more about the quality of life you create.
#60. Dad, what percentage of items would you replace if you lost everything in a fire?
DAD: Definitely less than 100%. We all have way too much stuff.
#34. Dad, what is the difference between a want and a need?
A need is something you have to have. A want is a choice.
#32. Dad, what is “Black Friday”
Sadly, “Black Friday” is the day we trample people for things we don’t need, the day after being thankful for what we have.