We're taking a bit of a different turn in today's podcast, entering the world of personal finance. Budgeting is the most important part of a strong financial foundation, and today we'll discuss why that is, and why budgeting doesn't have to be so scary. In fact, your budget can support you in your financial goals, instead of feeling restrictive and inflexible.

Show notes: https://www.possiblepromise.com/19

Many people try to take a directional assumption on their trades. But many have found that keeping their portfolio delta-neutral, meaning that they have a balance between long and short delta, is an easy way to benefit no matter what the market does and to bet on volatility rather than price movement. But what benefits does delta-neutrality have over just taking a directional assumption, and what strategies can help you to do this?

It's hard to discuss investing without including a discussion of risk. Without taking risk into consideration, you can all too easily lose everything. A proper understanding of risk, on the other hand, can help you to be a far more successful investor. In this podcast, Brandon, Christine, and JC discuss the importance of risk-management and how to use it in your trading.

September was the first negative month for the markets since March. In this episode, Brandon and Christine discuss with our guest, Jean-Christophe, about how to find some sanity in this insane market and protect yourself against excessive loss.

There are various trading styles, each of which has its own advantages and disadvantages. The two major ones are traders vs. investors. Which are you, and what does it mean about your approach in the market? We answer these questions and more in episode 15 of the Possible Promise Podcast.

Show notes: www.possiblepromise.com/15

We'd all love to be able to know whether stocks are about to go up, down, or trade sideways. But how can you really tell? That is the topic Brandon and Christine are tackling in episode 14 of the Possible Promise Podcast.

Many people condemn capitalism as a system of greed and inequality. But in truth it is the greatest generator of wealth in human history. In episode 13, Brandon and Christine discuss why so many people hate capitalism, but why it is actually a beautiful, self-sustaining system that benefits everyone when done correctly.

Show notes: www.possiblepromise.com/13

Many people when just getting into investing, tend to panic when their stocks are going against them. But panicking is the worst thing you could do when trading. Trading requires a rational, logical mind free of emotionality. In episode 12, Brandon and Christine will discuss how you can accomplish this sense of peace in the midst of the market.

Show notes: www.possiblepromise.com/12

Your trading decisions should be based on research and an informed assumption. If you find yourself relying on hope, then you probably haven't made a good decision. In episode 11, Brandon and Christine will be discussing why you should keep hope out of your trading.

Show notes: www.possiblepromise.com/11

One of the most important decisions when setting up an option spread is where to place your short strike. Today in episode 10, we'll continue the discussion of creating option spreads and help you to maximize your probability of profit.

Show notes: www.possiblepromise.com/10