#435. Dad, what defines a strong character in moments of adversity?
Resilience, honesty, and the ability to choose values over convenience.
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#431. Dad, what is the difference between values and beliefs?
Beliefs are what you think is true. Values are what you think is important
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#425. Dad, when is ambition healthy versus harmful?
Healthy ambition energizes you and aligns with your values. Harmful ambition depletes you and comes from needing to prove your
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#422. Dad, when does being frugal cross the line into being cheap?
Frugal people make smart financial choices while still investing in what matters. Cheap people sacrifice quality and relationships just to
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#419. Dad, how do I help my children develop a positive self-image and confidence?
Encourage them to celebrate their strengths and accomplishments, provide constructive feedback, and offer unconditional love and support. Help them set
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#392. Dad , what are anti-goals?
This idea originated from Stoic philosophers. Instead of focusing on what you want to achieve, focus on what you want
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#380. Dad, what is justice?
Author Omid Safi wrote, “Justice is love, embodied. We cannot speak of love without linking it to justice, nor of
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#368. Dad, is winning the most important thing?
Winning is not the only thing that matters — what you learn about yourself and life during the process, is far more
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#359. Dad, how do I achieve my goals and focus on my values?
You have to do both. Otherwise, your goals will not have any value.
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#357. Dad, what does it mean to be connected?
MLK explained it best: “Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere. Whatever affects one directly, affects all indirectly.”
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#342. Dad, can anger be useful?
Anger can be useful when it is used to defend the innocent.
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#331. Dad, what is status anxiety?
It is the constant fear of being perceived as “unsuccessful” by society in terms of material wealth.
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#311. Dad, sometimes I feel lost
You may feel lost, but you are not alone. Ask for help and let go of the idea that you
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#304. Dad, my finances are a mess.
Congratulations! You have taken the first step to acknowledging that you have a problem. The rest can be managed with
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#297. Dad, is personal finance all about money?
Personal finance is about values, habits and mindset and not only about money.
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#295, Dad, does money determine my worth?
Your value and worth is not dictated by your money. Your worth is determined by your character.
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#294. Dad, what should I NOT feel guilty about?
Staying true to your values, staying away from toxic people, and embracing change.
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#293. Dad, what is financial puberty?
The discovery of your financial values relative to your financial independence.
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#290. Dad, is there one standard for “success?”
We must define “success” on your own terms. Otherwise, society will decide for us – and we will always fall
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#289. Dad, tell me about judgment.
No matter what you do or say, you will be judged. So, why not be true yourself.
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#285. Dad, tell me about Remembrance Day
Remembrance day is a day to reflect and show gratitude to all those who served to protect us.
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#272. Dad, what is moral elevation?
The feeling you get when you witness a virtuous act that makes you want to act virtuous too. Moral Elevation:
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#270. Dad, who should I have as a mentor?
Somebody you can trust, has high integrity and has reliable judgement.
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#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.
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#257. Dad, when do values matter?
Values matter the most when you really feel conflicted.
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#256. Dad, what does thanksgiving mean to you?
Thanksgiving is my favourite holiday. It is a time for gratitude, reflection and celebration
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#167. Dad, I try to learn as much as I can from others.
It is just as important to learn what not to do from others as much as what to do.
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#161. Dad, how important is rest?
Rest is a necessary ingredient for your mind and body. Rest is not given to us, we have to take
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#144. Dad, what is courage?
Courage is an act of humanity, of choosing to take any action that is risky because it demands vulnerability and curiosity.
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#142. Dad, is it OK that my values about money and spending are different from my friends?
Personal values and spending habits are unique to everybody. Spend based on your personal values.