Two years ago I joined a WhatsApp group with hundreds of Indian dads across the country. Some of us have toddlers at home, while others have kids who are already doctors, lawyers and engineers. Kids with other professions have been disowned. 😉
Earlier this week, almost 20 of us met to discuss Bill Perkins’ book Die with Zero.
Maximize life enjoyment by spending on experiences at the right time — not hoarding wealth you can’t use. The goal: create memory dividends, die with zero (or close to it).
We covered some of the following deeper reflections, all of which I think are beneficial to ponder.
Multiple Deaths
We all “die” many times throughout life — career shifts, relationships, identities. Which deaths have shaped you?
Autopilot vs. Deliberate Action
How much of your life is on autopilot?
Loss Aversion
How does fear of loss shape your decisions?
The Point of No Return
When is it too late to change anything — and all you can do is make peace with your past?
Scarcity vs. Abundance
People don’t value abundance. They value scarcity. Agree?
Safe Misery vs. Bold Uncertainty
Are you on a path of quiet misery or a bolder, less certain path?
Don’t let difficulty dissuade you from living your best life. Failure’s long-term impact is smaller than you think.
