For her graduation, a father gifted his daughter an old car. “Before you drive it, I want you to check its value in a few places,” he said.
At the used car lot, they offered $1,000. “It’s too worn out,” they shrugged.
The pawn shop was worse: $100. “It’s old junk,” they scoffed.
But when she took it to a local car club, jaws dropped. Collectors offered $100,000. It was a rare Nissan Skyline R34—legendary among enthusiasts.
The father smiled. “The right place values you the right way. Don’t stay somewhere you’re not appreciated.”
The lesson hit her deeply: your worth doesn’t change, but where you are and who sees you can make all the difference. Never let people who don’t understand your value define it. Surround yourself with those who do.
