Redefining Wealth for Parents

Wealth is often equated with material possessions like big houses and luxurious vacations, but this perspective overlooks the true essence of success for parents. The podcast emphasizes that a rich life is characterized by the ability to spend quality time with children, attend their events, and be present during their formative years. The founder of Kinko's, Paul Orphelia, illustrates this by suggesting that true success is defined by having children who come home for the holidays, underscoring the importance of familial relationships over material gain. By this definition, parents who prioritize their presence at home are considered wealthy, whereas a demanding career that consumes time can lead to a poverty of attention for the family.