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Thoughts from Bob Griffin | If I Knew Then

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I believe the most significant barrier to a healthy, happy family is the combination of self-will, a sense of authority rather than partnership and respect, and a reluctance to express forgiveness. The qualities of respectful communication, trust, patience, and an abundance of flexibility will lead to a family life of happiness and mutual love, even through the tough times. One of the best suggestions I ever got is to never go to bed without having something in mind that you need to do tomorrow — not just a chore — but something you want to do for yourself or others. Of all the things I thought would provide a happy and successful life, the one most undervalued was the attention paid to wife, children, and other family during the beginning years. Sacrifice of family for job achievement for the “long-term good of the family” was a myth. The long-term measure of success has less to do, in my view, with monetary achievement and public acknowledgement than with the privilege of being able

Thoughts from Bob Griffin | If I Knew Then If I Knew Then Advice on careers, finance, and life from Harvard Business School's Class of 1963 Bob Griffin Marriage & Family I believe the most significant barrier to a healthy, happy family is the combination of self-will, a sense of authority rather than partnership and respect, and a reluctance to express forgiveness. The qualities of respectful communication, trust, patience, and an abundance of flexibility will lead to a family life of happiness and mutual love, even through the tough times. 0 Comments & 13 Likes Growing Older One of the best s

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