Is your net worth tied to your identity? A chilling conversation reveals how deeply money can impact our sense of self, especially for men. Let's redefine wealth.
I admire people who do their jobs better than required due to their own internal standards and integrity. Especially when those jobs don't earn high pay or status. The character they display is fundamental to a successful society.
I agree. Those individuals who go above and beyond are so valuable to our society. Not only for the work they do, but also for the example they set for the rest of us.
I just had a classmate from high school die recently, after a long battle with cancer. I didn’t know him well, unfortunately. But many of my friends did, and their descriptions of him during his illness and after he died were remarkable: exuding love to everyone in his life. Inspiring. Completely present. Eloquent. Many people were incredibly saddened by the loss of an exceptional man. But I never saw any mention of his money. Not one. From what I can tell, what made him truly remarkable and impactful to so many had nothing to do with his finances.
I think that is almost always true. The people we admire most are loving, inspiring, kind, and compassionate. I can’t remember when someone’s eulogy was about how much they earned, saved, or died with. Thanks for sharing the story about your classmate, and I am sorry for your loss.
I would like people to describe me as “more than fair” which is a phrase I learned from a very wise man (you know who you are!)
I admire people who have true passions outside of their job, such as a business professional who spends her time making pottery or pieces of art and that’s what she shares with others when describing who she is.
I hadn’t thought about people with passions outside their job, and I think you are spot on. Seeing what they do outside their job gives you a much fuller picture of who they are. I have also noticed how people apply what they have learned from these passions to their job to make them better. Well said.
I admire those who are courageous. When they approach emotional obstacles they push past their fears to have something important to them. They understand the importance of getting help and support.
I want to be remembered for being someone who loves being loving and brings out the best in others.
People who are able to get beyond their emotional obstacles are indeed courageous. And yes, all of us who work to get beyond our fears need support as we move forward, one small step at a time.
You are definitely a person who brings out the best in others.
I admire people who do their jobs better than required due to their own internal standards and integrity. Especially when those jobs don't earn high pay or status. The character they display is fundamental to a successful society.
I agree. Those individuals who go above and beyond are so valuable to our society. Not only for the work they do, but also for the example they set for the rest of us.
I just had a classmate from high school die recently, after a long battle with cancer. I didn’t know him well, unfortunately. But many of my friends did, and their descriptions of him during his illness and after he died were remarkable: exuding love to everyone in his life. Inspiring. Completely present. Eloquent. Many people were incredibly saddened by the loss of an exceptional man. But I never saw any mention of his money. Not one. From what I can tell, what made him truly remarkable and impactful to so many had nothing to do with his finances.
I think that is almost always true. The people we admire most are loving, inspiring, kind, and compassionate. I can’t remember when someone’s eulogy was about how much they earned, saved, or died with. Thanks for sharing the story about your classmate, and I am sorry for your loss.
I would like people to describe me as “more than fair” which is a phrase I learned from a very wise man (you know who you are!)
I admire people who have true passions outside of their job, such as a business professional who spends her time making pottery or pieces of art and that’s what she shares with others when describing who she is.
You are more than fair. Honor to know you.
I hadn’t thought about people with passions outside their job, and I think you are spot on. Seeing what they do outside their job gives you a much fuller picture of who they are. I have also noticed how people apply what they have learned from these passions to their job to make them better. Well said.
Thank you!
Congratulations on starting your new blog. I'm always interested in what you have to say.
Thanks, Bryan. Exciting day for me and those who helped me get the blog launched.
I admire those who are courageous. When they approach emotional obstacles they push past their fears to have something important to them. They understand the importance of getting help and support.
I want to be remembered for being someone who loves being loving and brings out the best in others.
People who are able to get beyond their emotional obstacles are indeed courageous. And yes, all of us who work to get beyond our fears need support as we move forward, one small step at a time.
You are definitely a person who brings out the best in others.
Thank you, David!
The one or two words would be committed and/or reliable. I always want to be there for those I know or don't know who are in need
So true. It seems to me that those who do what they say they are going to do are the ones who keep the world operating.