As we step into the season of giving thanks, I came across a deeply moving piece by former Wall Street Journal columnist Jonathan Clements. At 61, Jonathan is facing a terminal cancer diagnosis, with less than a year to live. Despite this, he’s embracing what he calls “the long view”—not for himself, but for his wife, children, and the causes he cares about.

Jonathan is using the time he has left to do what matters most: have heartfelt conversations, take meaningful action, and leave a legacy of love and purpose. This is a poignant reminder of how precious our time really is.

This resonates with me on a personal level. I’m also 61, and like many, I find myself thinking there’s always “plenty of time.” But the truth is, none of us knows how much time we have. My own career pivot to wealth advising was shaped by loss—my father passed away from cancer at 67, completely altering my life’s direction.

Yet, like the cobbler whose children have no shoes, I realize I still have unfinished conversations with my own family. This season, I’m reminded that it’s never too early to talk, laugh, cry, and share your gratitude with those you love.

Let’s take the upcoming holidays as a chance to do just that. Investing in these moments of connection today—just like investing for your financial future—pays dividends for years to come.

That’s the true meaning of taking the long view.