We're on kids now. Good. Nice change of topic. We all want our kids to be successful, but at what costs? I come from an environment in that if you wanted something ... you went out and got it or achieved it without financial help from your parents. I provided the pathway for my kids to succeed, but the choice is THEIRS on what they want to do with their life. Success is not measured in $$$$$$. Yes ... of course $$$$$ makes things easier, but not always better.
Neither of my children wanted to pursue dentistry/ortho. One is in business/finance/marketing and the other is interested in Psychology. I support both kids with their decisions especially seeing the large dental school debt these kids have and future practice debt.
I don't care about how successful others may have it. Again, success can be measured in many different ways.
Maybe I'm selfish, but you also have to think about YOURSELF. Delayed gratification only goes so far. I want to enjoy life's pleasures whether they be material objects or not ..... when I am able to enjoy them. Wait too long .... and you may regret that decision.
When you get into your 50's ... you'll realize that TIME is the most important asset to have. I've secured enough wealth to be able to comfortably work PT in my 50's. I am healthy and motivated enough to continue to work till I'm 70 ... if I want. The key is that I get to do WHAT I WANT NOW.
Well .... it's Thursday am. Going out to take my dog for a walk and then off to the range to practice hitting some golf shots.
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