#259.Dad, tell me about being liked.
Expecting to be liked by everybody is exhausting. Likability is not necessary if you want to make an impact.
Purpose
#253. Dad, how do I live boldly?
Living boldly means recognizing that many of your fears are false.
#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.
#241. Dad, what is the meaning of life?
DAD: Whatever you want it to be.
#214. Dad, some days are so hard
DAD: Your track record for getting through hard days is 100% so far.
#212. Dad, can money buy a great life?
DAD: The things that make life great can’t be bought. Money can only help extend your options.
#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.
#154. Dad, how do I become a better version of myself?
DAD: You have to remain consistent, don’t strive for perfection and learn to say “No” more often.
#135. Dad, What can I do when other people are being annoying and inconsiderate?
DAD: You can only control your behaviour. If you try to change every other person, you are going to be miserable.
#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
#110. Dad, give me money advice in ten words or less.
Be mindful of how you spend money
#108. Dad, I am anxious about being judged by strangers.
First, become aware of your own judgments of strangers.
#100. Dad, what is identity confusion?
Dad: When your spending behaviour contradicts your values and goals.
#59. Dad, what is continuous optimization?
Getting better every day, is the only guaranteed path to happiness.
#43. Dad, why is complacency dangerous?
Complacency forces you to stand still and not grow. The antidote to complacency is novelty and experimentation.
#42. Dad, what is the “damn I’m happy stage”?
It is called fulfillment. You reach this stage when you discover who you are by supporting yourself doing work you love.
#40. Dad, uncle Ben told Spider-Man: “With great power comes great responsibility.” What does this mean?
Unfortunately, he had it backwards. When you accept responsibility, you give yourself power.