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The fact remains, that we must plan for the misfortune that life can occasionally bring.  We must also plan for the range of outcomes where things turn out just wonderfully!  One simple process for decision-making is to ask yourself two questions:  “What if I am right?” and “What if I am wrong?”  The pessimist has to ask themselves, “Would I rather be happy or right?”  The optimist can be both.

In my professional realm, we go to great lengths to ensure that your hard-earned legacy can serve your families and causes for generations to come. This can involve a wide array of estate planning tools, as well as the services of a good attorney. Today, I am addressing a different approach to protecting your legacy.

It was bad enough when grocery store tabloids and Robin Leach provided occasional looks into the lifestyles of the rich and famous.  Today we have 24 hour reality TV networks and Facebook showing a nonstop, touched-up, fantasy version of your closest friends’ day-to-day lives.  It has gotten easier and easier to fall into the trap of feeling like everyone you know is doing better than you are.