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My dad was called 'stupid' in high school and now he's a successful entrepreneur - here are the 5 best lessons he's taught me about life

Anisa PurbasariJun 18, 2016, 23:00 IST

Growing up, I argued with my dad more than I listened to him. But as an adult, there are certain lessons he's given me that I continue to follow up till today.Anisa Purbasari

Growing up, I was pretty stubborn.

It might have had something to do with being the oldest, or with having a protective dad who sometimes set rules that the younger me found completely unreasonable.

I was so hardheaded that I remember debating more of his wisdom than I actually listened to.

But as an adult, I've come to appreciate many of his lessons.

In honor of Father's Day, here are five lessons that resonate with me to this day: