What does it mean to be a good ancestor?

We often think about winning the moment—winning the deal, the argument, the game, or the election. But the deeper question is whether we are building something that will last beyond us.

There’s an old idea: A society grows great when people plant trees whose shade they will never sit under.

In this episode, we explore the meaning of virtue, responsibility, and long-term thinking through the lens of The Meaningful Few.

From the famous Bridge Builder poem to ancient philosophy, religious teachings, and the quiet responsibilities of everyday life, the lesson is the same:
The world we enjoy today was built by people we never met.

Which raises the question:

What are we building for those who come after us?

This conversation moves from the backyard with our kids…
to business…
to nations…
to civilization itself.

Because the real measure of a life isn’t just what we gain.

It’s what we leave behind.

If we want stronger families, stronger communities, and a better future, the challenge is simple:

Be a good ancestor.

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