# 3000: How to Pass Wealth to Your Kids by ESI on Family Wealth Planning

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Podcast: [Optimal Relationships Daily - Dating, Marriage and Parenting](https://stenobird.com/podcast/optimal-relationships-daily-dating-marriage-and-parenting-1054569)
Published: 2026-05-10T07:00:00+00:00
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Duration seconds: 710

## Resource

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3000: ESI explores the uncomfortable reality behind the phrase “shirtsleeves to shirtsleeves in three generations,” questioning whether wealth can truly be passed down without destroying the drive and discipline that created it in the first place. Drawing from personal experience, he examines why so many families lose their fortunes over time and wrestles with the challenge of helping children financially without undermining their independence, work ethic, and long-term success. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://esimoney.com/pass-wealth-kids/ Quotes to ponder: "The first generation experiences a life of hardship and is determined to make something better for themselves." "70% of millionaires lose their wealth by the second generation" "In other words, people who support their adult children financially on a regular basis aren’t really helping the kids, they are enabling them." Episode references: The Millionaire Next Door: https://www.amazon.com/Millionaire-Next-Door-Surprising-Americas/dp/1589795474 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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