{"id":1001,"date":"2012-06-15T09:00:25","date_gmt":"2012-06-15T09:00:25","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.beliefnet.com\/happyhaven\/?p=1001"},"modified":"2012-06-14T23:11:14","modified_gmt":"2012-06-14T23:11:14","slug":"fathers-know-best-best-advice-from-fathers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.beliefnet.com\/columnists\/happyhaven\/2012\/06\/15\/fathers-know-best-best-advice-from-fathers\/","title":{"rendered":"Fathers Know Best: Best Advice from Fathers"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Most of the time, my dad throws out tips like the following:<\/p>\n

“Make sure you eat at that<\/em> restaurant. It’s a good time to buy a house.” Or he tells me when to get my oil changed or doles out advice on anything from insect bites to being self-employed.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

I admit that a lot of his words go through one ear and out the other. It’s just what happens when you grow up and take your parents for granted.<\/p>\n

However, I began reflecting on the jewels of wisdom he’s dished out throughout the years. I was surprised at how many things he’s taught me that I continue to use today. I’ve also included advice from other dads in honor of Father’s Day. It might remind you of your own father, teach you something new or rekindle a memory of why the man in your life (your dad, uncle, step-dad, father of your children) has done so much for you.<\/p>\n

Have a great tip that your own dad or father-figure gave you growing up?<\/strong> Share it in the comments below.<\/em><\/p>\n

“If you’re going to use a credit card, make sure you are able to pay it in full every month.”<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

My dad told me this almost 20 years ago and even with the shifts in the economy, it’s helped me to be financially aware of my spending. If you can’t afford to pay it in full, maybe you really can’t afford what it is you want.<\/p>\n

“No matter what, don’t panic!”<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

He was talking about swimming. And how people can drown in the ocean because they panic. But I think this also applies to life itself. When we’re all consumed with fear, we don’t see away out. You will never make the best decision or have the courage and insight to wiggle your way out of a difficult situation if you panic. Running around like a chicken without its head won’t get you across to the other side. Being calm will.<\/p>\n