Trial and error brings the best outcomes in life.

Author: Alex Stevenson

Date: 8/31/25 8:30 a.m

Intro

In life, the family elder is typically the grandparent, but let’s face it: as kids, we need to accept that one of us will eventually take the reins when the elder is gone. This transition can be daunting, as it requires not only courage but also a deep understanding of family values and traditions that have been passed down through generations. Are you ready for that responsibility, or will you let others dictate your family’s future? Taking initiative to learn about your heritage, fostering connections among family members, and being prepared to lead with empathy and wisdom can shape not just your family’s trajectory, but also the legacy you will leave behind. Embrace the challenge ahead, and think about the impact your choices will have on the generations to come.

Here lies the problem, and it’s hard to ignore the role of jealousy in this scenario. Could anyone genuinely accept being relegated to a secondary role, particularly when they’ve never been trained for it? The very person you once enjoyed gaming with could easily turn into your adversary the moment you’re expected to seize control.

Vision

We all have a Fredo lurking in our families. In “The Godfather,” Fredo was the quintessential party boy, utterly incapable of owning up to anything—his marriage, his career, even his entire existence. He was constantly belittled because everyone recognized he lacked leadership qualities, and deep down, Fredo knew he was never cut out for that role. What truly stung was that he didn’t want anyone to see his vulnerability; that realization gnawed at him like a relentless parasite.

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When the time arrives, you’ll be forced to make a choice. Will you cast out your freeloader or embrace them, fully aware they lack the grit to navigate life? Each of us has a part to play; refuse to accept it, and life will swiftly put us in our place. We like to believe we can dodge these trials, but let’s be real—there’s no escaping them. To be fully warned is to be fully armed—so gear up!

Ending

We have to use the godfather series as an example of what not to do. Did you see the pain Michael was in at the kitchen scene he yelled his brothers name in pain and agony. To me the godfather 3 was the most meaningful and second best movie of the series. I might get a little backlash about this but let me dwelled on the reason.

The second series was more realistic as the first movie was an introduction. The third movie showed the results of all the decisions that were made previously, time will reveal all. Did you see how Michael broke down to the priest in the third movie? That’s all the evidence you need. We all have a fredo in our family but we have to be careful how we handle this situation. As always, have a great day and get home safe.