Lessons For My Kids

Spotify has changed the platform, so LFMK is winding down. There may be one more episode, but this is the end. There may be on more episode. These will be some last rambling thoughts of guidance. Good luck to you and thank you so much for listening.

The best advice can come from people who have lived long lives. Those with experience tend to have "been there" and "done that". They know what it takes to lvie a good life. Charlie Munger was well known and respected across the world. His biggest piece of advice was to invest in yourself and let go of envy. https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/topstocks/who-in-the-hell-needs-a-role...

Being a servant leader means you show up and help your team to be better. You get to know your employees, students, players, etc. and work to give them the tools they need to succeed. Recognize their differences, and praise their achievements. Former U.S. President John Quincy Adams put it, “if your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader.” Thank...

What are principles? They are the moral anchors of who we are and what push us to be better. We live by our principles. We need to review what is important as we go through life. Principles keep us grounded. Things like humility, playing fair, honesty, being generous and giving, as well as being true to ourselves. These are just a few examples of what we discuss today. To my kids, I love you. And...

Scammers will do anything to get someone to give up money or access to personal information. Know the signs to prevent you from being a victim of these crimes. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) shared some key tips, especially when you are called. First, once you determine a scam call, remain calm. Remember, government agencies will not call you on the phone. Next, do not give out personal inform...

In a surprise to you...parents and teachers do not know everything. There is no one and no machine with all of the world's knowledge. We learn bits and pieces throughout our lives and continue learning for our entire lives, sewing the information together. It's okay to say you don't know the answer to something. There could be multiple answers, varying ways to reach answers, or no answ...

An article from Pursuit of Passive Income explained "The Secret to Never-Ending Income: These 25 Skills Will Pay You for a Lifetime". There may be a few caveats to consider, yet the list gives some good suggestions. We know a few of the underlying tones are to continue learning, as well as listening and staying positive. Thanks for listening. Sorry this one is a little longer.

A division 1 coach spoke to a group. He talked about the characteristics he looks for in players. Some players may not have all of the characteristics to start, which is what the job of the coach has to instill. In this episode you will hear some of the things the coach looks for and how he expects players to conduct themselves. Thank you for listening. To my kids, I love you.

Why do we pay for our kids to be in sports or other activities? A parent forum for fastpitch softball in Florida had a great answer, and it has nothing to do with the sport being played. We should all consider the benefits and lessons behind what playing sports, taking an art or cooking class, or any other activities our kids are involved.

Charles Schulz was the creator of "Peanuts". He also had a very interesting view of life and humanity, which you can see in his cartoons. We have 6 questions to try and answer, and then another 5 to think about. No need to write anything down. These are answers for you to consider for yourself. Thank you for listening.

Money can come quickly and it can go quickly. You could be in better shape than you think if you are being smart with your money. An article called "7 signs you're financially healthy even if you don't feel like it" gives some good reminders as to how you should think about your finances. Thank you for listening.

Challenges will happen in our lives. Whether we fail a test, get cut from a team, or have a career setback. There are millions of people who face challenges every day. How you react will determine how quickly you can overcome. "13 Famous Stories About Success & Overcoming Challenges" has stories of how some famous people in history overcame their challenges and persevered, all having...

Whether you are speaking in front of a few people or a large audience, public speaking will be necessary in your life. It takes practice to be good at public speaking. Having the right tone, speed, and organized content are all very important. If possible, know your audience and be sure to include background information so everyone can understand the topic and points you want to get across. The ba...

You have value. You are important. You have skills and characteristics the world needs. If you are not feeling valued, then you are in the wrong place. The shared story on this episode was shared by a friend you read it on a blog years ago. Thank you for listening.

"The devil is in the details" or "God is in the details", which is the original translation of the quote from the 1800's. There are people who are detail oriented and those who are "big picture". Taking a few minutes to review or look over your work can make a big difference. When writing a paper, doing a task, or working on a project, ensuring you covered the det...

We rarely go to banks anymore, yet they hold onto our money, fund transactions, and help us invest. Today's episode is based on "I’m a Bank Teller: Here Are 10 Mistakes You Are Making With Your Banking". There are some good reminders of how to keep track of our money and keep it secure. We work hard for it, so don't lose it. Thank you for listening.

A well written article asked some really good questions about how to know if you are emotionally secure. From CNBC, Harvard psychologist: If you answer 'yes' to these 9 questions, you're 'more emotionally secure than most' by Dr. Cortney Warren. The questions will make you think, and a few will sound familiar to those who have listened to this podcast for a while.

If you borrow something, return it, and make sure it's clean. If someone leaves their trash behind, throw it away with your trash. If you can help someone have a little brighter day, smile and show kindness. If we all help out a little, then the burden is not on one person, and makes the world better. Ralph Waldo Emerson: “ To leave the world a bit better, whether by a healthy child, a garden...

Parenting is hard. Most parents want what's best for our kids. We want them to have more and do better than we had or did. Yet, there are constraints in time, money, location, education, and more that can have an impact. Parents push their kids to achieve goals. Sometimes those goals or achievements are the downfalls the parent had growing up, and not the kids focus or ability. Some parents do...

Thank school staff, all of them. Principals, coaches, cooks, crossing guards, bus drivers, custodians, resource officers, office staff, counselors, nurses, tutors, volunteers, librarians, and teachers all work together to make schools safe, provide food, and teach us the skills to live in the world around us. They are heroes and should be shown appreciation.

Sometimes we need a minute when feeling overwhelmed or stressed. A segment on the Today Show talked about ways to handle these feelings. Breathing, exercise, and tea, are a few of the ways we can relax before jumping back into the fray. Taking a couple of minutes can give us enough of a break to gain composure/thoughts, and set our mind and body right.

You will have disagreements with people at times in your life. How you handle them is a key. You have your opinion, and others have their opinion. Stay calm, be respectful, and know you can either both grow through the interaction, or it may be time to change topics or walk away. Working through differences can also have a positive result. You could learn something new or potentially find a better...

John Paul DeJoria is a successful businessman, entrepreneur, and philanthropist. You may not know his name, yet you have likely heard of his companies - Paul Mitchell and Patron. He has one big piece of advice for you, and it's from an article called, "Here's the most important thing successful people do - 'it's not going to hurt you'" Thank you for listening.

As humans, we need to be informed. News and content is found through a variety of sources. Some is real, some is made up, some will be accurate and others skewed. There are satirical news stories, as well as very serious ones. Follow at least 2-3 different quality news outlets to ensure you are getting as accurate of an account as possible. Make your own decisions. Social media and unknown sources...

Do you know the difference between being nice and kind? Many people don’t realize they have different meanings. Take a listen and see if you tend to spread more niceness or kindness.