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Episode 2532:

Kiersten Saunders of RichandRegular.com shares a thoughtful critique of the 4% rule, a cornerstone of the FIRE movement's retirement strategy. She emphasizes diversifying income through real estate and other ventures, highlighting the importance of flexibility and control over one's financial destiny beyond traditional investment methods.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://richandregular.com/the-4-rule-and-why-were-not-relying-on-it/

Quotes to ponder:

"The gifts we give don’t matter as much as the time we spend."

Episode references:

The Problem with the 4% Rule (and Why You Could Retire Even Sooner): https://www.madfientist.com/discretionary-withdrawal-strategy/

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Episode 2531:

J. Money of BudgetsAreSexy.com humorously dissects the common pitfalls investors face, candidly reflecting on his own experiences with the "Seven Deadly Sins of Investing." He highlights the importance of simple, informed investing strategies over complex, fee-heavy approaches and emphasizes learning from mistakes to achieve financial success.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.budgetsaresexy.com/7-deadly-sins-investing/

Quotes to ponder:

"I try to buy stock in businesses that are so wonderful that an idiot can run them. Because sooner or later, one will."

"Rule number one: Never lose money. Rule number two: Don’t forget rule number one."

Episode references:

The Simple Path to Wealth by JL Collins: https://www.amazon.com/Simple-Path-Wealth-financial-independence/dp/1533667926

Risk Parity Radio: https://www.riskparityradio.com/

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Episode 2530:

David Cain's "Effort Alone Isn’t Enough" explores the crucial role of self-identity in personal development. He illustrates how envisioning oneself as already having achieved a goal, like becoming a regular runner, can transform effort from an uphill battle to a natural, downhill flow. This shift in self-perception, Cain argues, is often more influential in achieving goals than the effort itself.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.raptitude.com/2014/06/effort-alone-isnt-enough/

Quotes to ponder:

"Every new pursuit seems to be at its most 'uphill' at the beginning, when you have fewer skills and less confidence than you're likely to have for the entire rest of the path."

"The real key to success is reaching a place where you feel like a runner before any additional adversity derailed you."

"Who you feel like you are determines, at every moment, what actions feel reasonable and unreasonable, doable and not doable, natural and contrived, uphill and downhill."

Episode references:

How to Visualize Your New Reality – Steve Pavlina: https://stevepavlina.com/blog/2009/11/how-to-visualize-your-new-reality/

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Episode 2529:

Nick Maggiulli's insightful article delves into the relativity of wealth and our perception of it, using the story of Pahom from Tolstoy's "How Much Land Does a Man Need?" and Lloyd Blankfein's views on wealth. It challenges our understanding of what it means to be rich and how our comparisons with others shape this perception.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://ofdollarsanddata.com/who-feels-rich-really/

Quotes to ponder:

"Have you ever had the impression that other people have many more friends than you? If you have, you are not alone. Our friends have more friends on average than a typical person in the population. This is the friendship paradox…"

Episode references:

"How Much Land Does a Man Need? by Leo Tolstoy" - available at Online Literature.

"Interview: GS's Lloyd Blankfein - The Big Picture" - available at Ritholtz.com.

Credit Suisse Global Wealth Report" - available at Credit Suisse.

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Episode 2528:

Lisa Harrison of MadMoneyMonster.com advocates for the essential practice of net worth tracking, detailing five compelling reasons that underscore its significance in building wealth and achieving financial independence. By monitoring net worth, individuals can gain a clear picture of financial health, stay motivated, measure against peers, observe growth, and curb frivolous spending.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://madmoneymonster.com/2018/02/01/why-tracking-your-net-worth-is-one-of-the-best-things-you-can-do/

Quotes to ponder:

"Tracking our net worth has been the single best thing we ever did for motivation."

"When you know your numbers and you’re watching your net worth skyrocket compared to your peers, it becomes a lot easier to control unnecessary spending."

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Episode 2527:

Kathleen Coxwell of NewRetirement.com shares insights on the profound effects of gratitude on health, happiness, and financial well-being, especially during the holidays. She highlights research showing that gratitude enhances mental health, fosters better money management, reduces materialism, and strengthens resilience, suggesting simple practices to cultivate a grateful mindset.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.newretirement.com/retirement/how-to-be-thankful-practice-gratitude/

Quotes to ponder:

"Feelings of gratitude automatically reduce financial impatience."

"Gratitude and giving thanks may help us to be happier in life by making us happier where we are and less stressed about achieving material wealth for its own sake."

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Episode 2526:

Emily Guy Birken with PTMoney.com details practical steps for organizing life to save money, focusing on laundry systems, organized pantries, and effective paperwork management. By implementing structured habits and daily routines, Birken argues that organization can become second nature, leading to financial savings and reduced stress.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://ptmoney.com/organize-your-life-save/

Quotes to ponder:

"Having A Laundry System Will Save You In Utilities."

"An Organized Pantry Will Save You Money On Snacks."

"Organizing Your Paperwork Will End Late Fees And The 'What Did I Do With That Insurance Check?' Moments."

Episode references:

Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity by David Allen: https://www.amazon.com/Getting-Things-Done-Stress-Free-Productivity/dp/0143126563

Asana project management system: https://asana.com

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Emily Guy Birken with PT Money helps you organize your life and save money. This is part 1 of 2.

Episode 2525: [Part 1] 5 Ways to Organize Your Life and Save Money by Emily Guy Birken of PT Money on Creating Money-Saving Systems

PTMoney.com is about helping you make extra money, save more money, and spend your money wisely--all in an effort to help you fix your finances so you can build the life you want. It was started by Philip Taylor, a CPA, entrepreneur, and blogger who started the site in 2007. He also created FinCon, the popular conference for financial nerds.

The original post is located here: https://ptmoney.com/organize-your-life-save/

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Tynan talks about how to be frugal and live a good life.

Episode 2524: How to Be Frugal And Live a Good Life by Tynan on Making Mindful Spending Decisions

Tynan was named as one of the top 25 best bloggers in 2013 by Time Magazine. He believes in making deliberate decisions and breaking away from the herd mentality. He likes learning new things, building habits, exposing the world, connecting with awesome people, and creating good work. The New York Times Bestseller “The Game” featured him as one of the main characters, as he was one of the most famous pickup artists in the world. In 2008, he sold everything he owned and went on an extended world trip, becoming a fervent minimalist.

Fun facts: he’s a college dropout, was a professional poker player, Courtney Love was his roommate for 9 months, and he once built a swimming pool in his living room.

The original post is located here: https://tynan.com/frugal/

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Andy Hill opens up about financial mistakes he's made, and what you can do to avoid them.

Episode 2523: 5 Major Money Mistakes I've Made And How You Can Avoid Them by Andy Hill of Marriage Kids and Money

Andy Hill is a husband and father to two awesome (and crazy) kids and they hail from the great state of Michigan. His goal is to give his family the best life possible and strengthen their family tree for generations to come.

In 2016, he got so geeked about this topic of young family finance that he decided to start a blog and podcast about it. It began as a hobby and then morphed into a fun side hustle when people started to enjoy the information he was sharing. Fast forward to today, he’s left his corporate event marketing career behind and is now a full-time blogger and podcaster who has been featured in major media outlets like CNBC, Kiplinger’s Personal Finance and NBC News

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