Hierarchy of Needs

I am a selfish human being!

Driven by institutional needs. Basic needs to function and survive – air, sleep, food, water, shelter, and sex.

I would like to think I have become less selfish as I’ve gotten older, and after being married to April for five years and having two children together. But I’m certainly not a perfect husband or dad.

I need to work on being content but not lazy, willing to take more risks, more patient with our kids, more adventurous, more sharing of my thoughts and emotions and give April more of what she requires and deserves.

The continuous balance to meet my personal needs, provide for my family, and become the best version of myself along the way. To dictate how I choose to use my time. To define my happiness. My path.

Seeing others struggle financially makes me sad, and by offering advice brings me joy. Whether those people decided to change their behavior is up to them, I will continue to offer advice when asked and help where I can. This provides fulfillment to me personally that goes beyond surviving, it is self actualization. I can help because I have made all the same mistakes. I’ve lived through my failures. The shame and regret, and now turning that into a positive change for someone else.

I certainly don’t have all the answers, but the changes we have made have made a huge difference in our lives. The system again is simple. Don’t do dumb, my personal mantra.

•Spend less than you earn

•Avoid debt

•Invest

Becoming a better me, the best version of myself possible. This gives me peace of mind that overflows into my marriage and my parenting.

A better mindset, internal locust of control, positive outlook, direction, and purpose. Furthering my quest for contentment and time to pursue those higher purpose goals.