FIFE

By Amanda Neely

We need to create our unique path to Financial Independence. The FIFE Movement explores and promotes an entrepreneurial and feminine approach to freedom for us and for the entire world. Wealth is comi... more

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The podcast currently has 130 episodes available.

FIFE episodes:

December 02, 2020 Spark Joy with Money this Holiday Season
Happy Holidays! If you're catching this episode when it airs, we're officially into the holiday season. It's a little different this year with the Rona but, I hope, like me, you're determined to make it special.

I'm determined to spread some holiday cheer as well. There are 3 tiny words that really encapsulate the season for me. The first one is Joy.

Who couldn't use a little more joy right now???
And since this is a channel about money, I have to ask, "Is it possible to have more joy with money? What might it look like to spark joy with money in December 2020 and beyond?"
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Our generation needs to create a unique path to Financial Independence. The FIFE Movement explores and promotes an entrepreneurial and feminine approach to freedom for us and for the entire world.
Wealth is coming our way… lets prepare to use it well!
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8min
December 01, 2020 Give Now or Give Later?
Give a woman a fish and she'll eat for a day. Teach a woman to fish and she'll eat every day.

Happy Giving Tuesday if you're watching when this episode airs.
If you're watching later, happy giving any day. Being charitable and giving isn't just a one time thing.
Giving Tuesday was started to celebrate the American spirit of generosity and the tradition of giving.

Today, I want to tell you the story about one of the most impactful gifts ever given in American history. It has opened up my mind tremendously when it comes to giving. You see, I personally give a portion of every dollar I receive first (even before saving) and then give a little extra for good measure. To not do so and maybe even save up to give a larger one time gift, to me seems irresponsible. Charities need the money now and can do so much good now, why wait.
But this story has inspired me to think a little differently about what it means to be charitable and make an impact through giving.
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My gratitude in advance.
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Our generation needs to create a unique path to Financial Independence. The FIFE Movement explores and promotes an entrepreneurial and feminine approach to freedom for us and for the entire world.
Wealth is coming our way… lets prepare to use it well!
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Source/Inspiration: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Benjamin_Franklin#Bequest and https://www.historynet.com/ben-franklins-gift-keeps-giving.htm
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11min
November 30, 2020 Live Life or Save Money?
You only have one life. Better live it now because you don't know if you get tomorrow.

A stitch in time saves nine. Better save for the future because you never know when you'll need your savings but you'll be glad you have it.

It's an age old question... Life live or save money?

Today, I'll share a few thoughts and invite you to a live show where you can hear more... significant others from the opposite team are invited.
Join in on the live show for the entire debate and help decide who wins here: https://bit.ly/Save121 (case sensitive)
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My gratitude in advance.
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Our generation needs to create a unique path to Financial Independence. The FIFE Movement explores and promotes an entrepreneurial and feminine approach to freedom for us and for the entire world.
Wealth is coming our way… lets prepare to use it well!
...more
9min
November 25, 2020 Top 10 Things I'm Thankful For - Thanksgiving 2020 Edition
There is so much to be thankful for this year... my life and health being a big one.

I did my first 10 Things I'm Thankful For in 2009 on a blog. I've repeated the practice many years in public form and thought I should do it again this year.

My hope is to inspire you to be grateful as well - maybe for something you haven't thought of lately.
As a quote I came across recently says, “Gratitude is when memory is stored in the heart and not the mind”. - Lionel Hampton
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To connect with the community, visit fifemovement.com.
If my gift has helped you, please pay the gift forward by sharing this content with a friend.
My gratitude in advance.
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Our generation needs to create a unique path to Financial Independence. The FIFE Movement explores and promotes an entrepreneurial and feminine approach to freedom for us and for the entire world.
Wealth is coming our way… lets prepare to use it well!
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Links for more about #9 and #8 on the list: https://charleseisenstein.org/, https://womenbelong.com/
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8min
November 24, 2020 What's More Important than Life Insurance?
As we approach the holiday season, it's a great opportunity to reflect on what we're thankful for. It's also a good time to dream a little beyond just our needs to our wants... What do you want for a present this year?

Typically, financial professionals are going to invite you to consider your wants verses your needs so that you'll spend less and invest more with them... raising their fees.

I want to flip the script and ask you, "What do you really need?" Do you need a huge ROI? Do you need an emergency fund? Do you need a budgeting software? Do you need to give yourself a break and allow yourself to spend a little more freely? Do you need life insurance?
What do you really, truly need?
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To connect with the community, visit fifemovement.com.
If my gift has helped you, please pay the gift forward by sharing this content with a friend.
My gratitude in advance.
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Our generation needs to create a unique path to Financial Independence. The FIFE Movement explores and promotes an entrepreneurial and feminine approach to freedom for us and for the entire world.
Wealth is coming our way… lets prepare to use it well!
...more
10min
November 23, 2020 A Home for My Money
Home takes on a whole new meaning in the world of quarantines and stay at home orders.

Home is where the heart is. Home sweet home. We're all home girls right now.

Maybe homesick is now instead of missing home it means, "I can't wait to get out of my home."

Maybe homework isn't what you do between days of school but the work you do at home.
Lots of moms and dads are "stay-at-home" parents these days. Some continuing to work and too many losing their jobs because they have to take care of the kiddos.

No matter what, I hope you can resonate with the idea that there's no place like home. For you and for your money.
I don't mean store your money at home or in the dry wall of your home but that your money needs a home - a place to live.
Let's explore the idea of finding a home for your money.
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To connect with the community, visit fifemovement.com.
If my gift has helped you, please pay the gift forward by sharing this content with a friend.
My gratitude in advance.
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Our generation needs to create a unique path to Financial Independence. The FIFE Movement explores and promotes an entrepreneurial and feminine approach to freedom for us and for the entire world.
Wealth is coming our way… lets prepare to use it well!
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12min
November 20, 2020 How I Keep My Money from Getting Quarantined
Every one's experience with sheltering in place is different. Some relish the chance for some peace and quiet. Others wish they could escape the noisiness at home with the kiddos around all the time.

But what if you had to be quarantined or shelter in place for 83.5 years??? That wouldn't be very fun.

Yet, many people's dollars are locked up for a similar period of time... even worse than quarantine, they are in prison! Today, I want to share how this works and how to stop it from happening to ALL your money like I have.
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To connect with the community, visit fifemovement.com.
If my gift has helped you, please pay the gift forward by sharing this content with a friend.
My gratitude in advance.
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Our generation needs to create a unique path to Financial Independence. The FIFE Movement explores and promotes an entrepreneurial and feminine approach to freedom for us and for the entire world.
Wealth is coming our way… lets prepare to use it well!
...more
9min
November 19, 2020 Here’s the Truth About the Stock Markets
This episode is going to seem like I'm picking a fight. I'm not.
But I think you should hear a different perspective than what you typically hear, see, and read in the media and from reputable publications.
In fact, I'm going to pull up an article from a source many women use and then pull up the research that they based the article on. I'll pull back the curtain on their data. Then I'll show you some research that isn't widely known and where you can find it.

My only pitch today will be this: Please take time to look at actual numbers. And, always take the time to look at the numbers in your particular situation. Don’t just take someone at their word; take the time to make an objective decision based on facts and work with a financial professional who's willing to do that with you.
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To connect with the community, visit fifemovement.com.
If my gift has helped you, please pay the gift forward by sharing this content with a friend.
My gratitude in advance.
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Our generation needs to create a unique path to Financial Independence. The FIFE Movement explores and promotes an entrepreneurial and feminine approach to freedom for us and for the entire world.
Wealth is coming our way… lets prepare to use it well!
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Source/Inspiration: https://www.ellevest.com/magazine/investing/truth-about-stock-markets and https://www.credit-suisse.com/media/assets/corporate/docs/about-us/research/publications/credit-suisse-global-investment-returns-yearbook-2020-summary-edition.pdf
Get the alternative data here: https://theinsuranceproblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/Miller-WholeLife.pdf
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18min
November 18, 2020 Why I Don't Save My Money in a Savings Account (and Where I Save Instead)
You might think you already know what I'm going to say in this episode - that savings accounts don't give enough interest - they aren't even keeping up with inflation so I'd be losing money in a savings account when I factor in the time value of money.

While that's true... that's not the main reason I don't use a savings account to save, except for a very small buffer. Low interest is not even in my top 5.

I look forward to sharing my top 5 and the alternative I've found that solves all 5.
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To connect with the community, visit fifemovement.com.
If my gift has helped you, please pay the gift forward by sharing this content with a friend.
My gratitude in advance.
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Our generation needs to create a unique path to Financial Independence. The FIFE Movement explores and promotes an entrepreneurial and feminine approach to freedom for us and for the entire world.
Wealth is coming our way… lets prepare to use it well!
...more
19min
November 17, 2020 How I Align My Money with My Values
Here's my biggest beef with many of those promoting the FIRE Movement.

With their left hand, they are promoting living a frugal life and only buying what you need and littls bit of what you want - mostly experiences over stuff.

With their right hand, they are telling people to put their savings into the stock market via ETFs and Index Funds... thereby counting on others to spend a lot so that companies remain profitable and their stock value goes up.

Their left hand and right hand aren't in sync.

There's another movement within FIRE calling themselves Fat FIRE. They seem to be acknowledging that they want to spend as they like and just save more to do it.

This is just 1 example though of the kinds of tough choices we need to make when it comes to aligning our money with our values. Today, I want to tell you a little of my story and the choices I've made to align my spending and saving with what I believe, value, and with the world I want to help create.
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To connect with the community, visit fifemovement.com.
If my gift has helped you, please pay the gift forward by sharing this content with a friend.
My gratitude in advance.
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Our generation needs to create a unique path to Financial Independence. The FIFE Movement explores and promotes an entrepreneurial and feminine approach to freedom for us and for the entire world.
Wealth is coming our way… lets prepare to use it well!
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Video mentioned in the show: https://youtu.be/LtmJkJY06uM - Compare/contrast debt payoff strategies.
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13min

FAQs about FIFE:

How many episodes does FIFE have?

The podcast currently has 130 episodes available.