Lauxa,
There are a few things that came to mind in your last reply to my message.
My question is how is your self-worth defined by your net worth. I bring this up because you mentioned:
1) You burried your head in the sand when your investments did not do well
2) Your dad put the idea of millionaire into your mind (so you may equate doing well with pleasing him - everyone wants to please their parents). You even said " I think he is proud of me that I am good with money "
3) You make investing sound like a stuggle (hard work) - it can be, but does not need to be (similar to someone trying to work hard to be successful)
The key is that if our self-worth is based on our net worth, we will never feel good enough. Some may, yet it is only a temporary feeling because it will never be enough. Self-worth and pride from our father should be based on who we are, not wat we have. |