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Dave Lukas - Lessons for Hannah365: Lessons For Hannah - 11 Years!
Hello Misfit Nation! Welcome to another edition of "Lessons for Hannah!" Many years ago, I introduced a new format that alongside our regular episodes called “Lessons for Hannah.” Hannah is my daughter and one of the main inspirations for the Misfit Entrepreneur. I wanted to have a place where she could go and learn from her daddy and his Misfit friends throughout her life….even after I am gone. If you haven’t listened to the first episode of "Lessons for Hannah," I urge you to as it gives some more background and tells the amazing story of how Hannah came to be in our lives. Lessons for Hannah are short, very useful, and sometimes comical lessons, that I want to share with you and give to Hannah to help in your lives. Because I want Hannah to have these for her life, I’m going to speak as though I am talking directly to her. These episodes are a lot of fun and if you think there is a lesson that we should include in these episodes, please don’t hesitate to send it over to us at [email protected]. We’d love to share it. This week’s Lesson for Hannah Hannah, Where does all the time go? You just turned 11 years old. 11 years! And to celebrate, I want to share 11 things that I admire and love about you. 1. Your witty, sense of humor! Hannah, I give your mom some credit for this as she has a sometimes, dry, but absolutely wonderful sense of humor. I think some of this has rubbed on you, but your naturally have a very witty and wonderful sense of humor. Your recall on different things, even movie lines, and giving them at the right time is awesome! And now, over the last few years, as you’ve learned more about sarcasm – well, let’s just say you’ve figured out how to use it well. Don’t ever lose your sense of humor and ability to bring a laugh to people. 2. Your selflessness and willingness to help others. Hannah, we hear all the time from friends, family, your teachers, and others how you are always willing to help out and be there for others. This has always been something natural to you. You are a person who likes to help and give of yourself to others around you. And it is one of your most endearing qualities that I love you for. Now, if only we could get you to help out a little more around the house! Just kidding. Keep this up in life – be there for others, help where you can, and continue to be someone people can count on. 3. The effort you put into different areas of your life. There are few things that people can control in their lives and one of them is the effort they give. I absolutely admire the effort your put into the different areas of your life. From your musical pursuits to your martial arts and everything in-between, you give your best effort. This is a habit that will serve you well in life and one that will help you in your success and personal growth. Keep up the great work! 4. Your ability to be alone with yourself. Hannah, most people find it very hard to be alone in life. It may be because they are afraid of being by themselves or being alone in general. But I have found that one of the best things we can do in life is learn to trust ourselves and find comfort in being alone. It is at these times that we better develop ourselves and become stronger. This is also something you do naturally. You have no problem going off for hours by yourself and doing whatever you want to do. You don’t get lonely, because you have developed a healthy respect for yourself. This will serve you well as you get older. 5. You natural caring, loving, and kind nature. One of the things I love most about you is how much you care for others and the kindness you show to them every day. This goes along with your selflessness. You find ways to go above and beyond to show you care. I love the little notes you leave for your mom and I and how you look after those around you like your younger cousins. Never lose this trait. 6. Your resourcefulness. One of the most important habits people can develop in this world is to become resourceful. The be able to figure things out and/or find a way when you don’t have all the answers. Ever since you were little, you have been resourceful. You run into a problem and you just start trying ways to get around it or figure it out. You ask questions to help you better understand things you don’t know and then apply that knowledge. This ability will make a big difference in your life as many times, you cannot wait around for all the answers – you have to figure it out and take action. You do that – keep it up! 7. Your “no limits” view of the world. As people grow older, many times, they begin to limit themselves or reduce their expectations of what is possible for their lives. The dreams they once had get lost in the turmoil of day-to-day life and fade away. Don’t let this happen to you. You have a no limits view of your world where anything is possible – and it is for you. Keep approaching life this way and pushing yourself because your potential is endless. 8. Your ability to deal with just about anything that comes your way. Hannah, you have always had a unique ability to be able to handle just about anything that comes your way. You adapt very well to your surroundings and the things happening around you. When things get tough, you roll with it and deal with it. You don’t shy away – you just keep at it. I have always admired this about you and have learned a lot of lessons from you over the years in this area. 9. Your inquisitive mind. The gears are always turning. You have a mind that is always working. Your gears are always turning and going places. Whether it is figuring out new music or creating your own songs to asking me about investing, it seems to never stop. I mean, you figured out how to solve a Rubiks cube in a matter of days and now can solve it in less than 20 seconds. I love this about you and never stop questioning things and searching for answers. 10. Your ability to be friends with anyone. Hannah, you have a unique ability to make friends with anyone and get along with them. This is an incredible trait to have. As you grow older, you will encounter more and more diverse types of people and even your friends will change. Your ability to see people for who they truly are and create and maintain relationships with them is one of the greatest skills you can have for a happy life. Keep fostering this and never lose it. The last one I want to share is probably most important and that is the light you bring into our lives every day. Hannah, we are so blessed to have you as our daughter. It has been amazing to watch your grow and develop into a young lady. You do light up our lives every day and bring a magic to life that is unique to you. Thank you for that and just keep being you. I love you, Dad 
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