Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2723: Delve into the story of Bill Hwang and his astonishing $20 billion loss through Nick Maggiulli's insightful exploration, "When Wealth Isn’t Real." Maggiulli challenges our perceptions of wealth, illustrating through Hwang's debacle and other examples that much of what we consider financial substance may be mere illusion, prompting a rethink on what truly counts as economic value. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://ofdollarsanddata.com/when-wealth-isnt-real/ Quotes to ponder: "In some cases, wealth isn’t what it seems. We can see it. We can count it. We can write it down on a piece of paper. But as soon as we go to touch it, it disappears." "Warning against the use of 5x leverage would be like warning against the dangers of getting injured while playing in the NFL. It is a risk, but not one that 99.9% of people have to worry about." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2722: Amy Ongaro's "Overcoming Procrastination With The Habit Rule Of Half" offers a unique take on tackling procrastination through a simple, yet profound, strategy: the Habit Rule of Half. By consistently breaking down tasks into smaller, more manageable pieces, Ongaro introduces a compassionate approach to productivity that respects our internal resistances and promotes sustained progress. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.breakthetwitch.com/habit-rule-of-half/ Quotes to ponder: "Writing things down on a to-do list helps me to prioritize and stay organized and productive." "If a task is left uncompleted at the end of the day, cut it in half and add it to the next day's list." "The Habit Rule of Half can be a more compassionate approach to making progress on the things we feel resistant towards." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2721: Explore the significant benefits and potential drawbacks of refinancing your student loans with Travis Hornsby's comprehensive guide. Discover if this financial strategy fits your personal circumstances to potentially save thousands and simplify your debt management. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.jackiebeck.com/refinance-student-loans/ Quotes to ponder: "Student loan refinancing is simply getting a new private student loan at a new interest rate that will replace the old one." "If your student loan interest rate is above 5%, explore what’s available through refinancing." "Refinancing your student loans could cut thousands if not tens of thousands of dollars off your student loan debt." Episode references: The Student Loan Planner: https://www.studentloanplanner.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2720: Amanda Brownlow's article "5 Tips to Have a Successful No-Spend Month" offers practical strategies for reducing monthly expenses by avoiding non-essential spending. With personal anecdotes and easy-to-follow tips, Amanda guides readers through the process of planning and enjoying a no-spend month, emphasizing the benefits of saving money and enjoying simple pleasures. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://hellobrownlow.com/2018/06/04/5-tips-to-have-a-successful-no-spend-month/ Quotes to ponder: "Wedding season is upon us and events like birthdays and anniversaries can sneak up on us." "I just realized how amazing the library system in our county is." "Shopping and going out takes up a lot of time." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2719: Explore Helene Massicotte's incisive take on the long-term pitfalls of choosing to carry a mortgage into retirement. Massicotte argues against the common belief that having a mortgage for life is manageable or desirable, highlighting the financial and psychological freedom that comes with being mortgage-free. This episode delves into the reasons why freeing yourself from perpetual debt is not just feasible but fundamentally liberating. Read along with the original article(s) here: http://www.freetopursue.com/blog/2015/5/28/the-poor-house-again Quotes to ponder: "Being mortgage-free (read debt free) is just about the best feeling in the world, second only to being in love." "You pay double for your housing when you count all the interest you pay over your lifetime." "Your home will never be yours. It will always belong to the bank." Episode references: Happy Money" by Elizabeth Dunn and Michael Norton: https://www.amazon.com/Happy-Money-Science-Happier-Spending/dp/1451665075 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2718: Leasing a car often appeals to those wanting new technology and safety without the financial burden of buying. Vicki Cook and Amy Blacklock explore practical reasons like lower monthly costs and minimal repair responsibilities, revealing why leasing, despite its drawbacks, can be an attractive option for modern consumers. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://womenwhomoney.com/best-reasons-lease-car/ Quotes to ponder: "Leases are an attractive option because payments average over $100 less per month than finance payments on a new car purchase." "Since a vehicle lease is usually for three years, it's always under warranty, so significant repairs and costly maintenance is generally avoided." "If your budget can’t support buying your dream car and you aren’t willing to scale back or buy used, leasing may be a better option than purchasing." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2717: Paula Pant of AffordAnything.com explores the value of outsourcing to balance work and life. She examines the financial logic behind outsourcing mundane tasks to maximize productivity and personal time, making a strong case for investing in your well-being through strategic delegation. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://affordanything.com/when-should-i-outsource/ Quotes to ponder: "The more you outsource, the more you trade money for the most valuable possession on earth: time." "Parkinson’s Law states that work expands to fill the time you give it. Spend fewer hours working, and you’ll be able to do more in less time." "Limit your hours, outsource at work, and value your time." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2716: Discover the joys of boosting your income through enjoyable activities in Adam Murray's insightful guide, "8 Ways To Make Extra Money (While Enjoying It)." Murray offers practical tips ranging from doggy daycare to tutoring, providing flexible options that don't just add to your wallet but also to your happiness. Quotes to ponder: "The thing is that we don’t want to put in more hours to do something we don’t like, especially when we’re already working so hard." "If you have something that’s just sitting there, then why not?" "Chances are, you can put it all to use." Episode references: Rover.com: https://www.rover.com/ Airbnb: https://www.airbnb.com/ Tutor.com: https://www.tutor.com/ Teachable: https://teachable.com/ Kajabi: https://kajabi.com/ Wrapify.com: https://wrapify.com/ FatLlama.com: https://fatllama.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2715: Explore how simplicity in investing outperforms the allure of high-risk ventures in Kevin Ha's enlightening piece. He demystifies investment strategies using personal anecdotes about his brother’s journey, underscoring the power of fundamental investment principles over chasing speculative gains. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://financialpanther.com/dont-keep-joneses-comes-investing/ Quotes to ponder: "Buy and hold. Time in the market. Keep costs low. These are all investing fundamentals that will get him to where he needs to be." "Every time my brother brings up some new hot stock or a weird new investment vehicle, I remind him that investing doesn’t have to be fancy." "You don’t need to keep up with the Joneses. Let them invest in whatever crazy way they want. You and I can stick to our boring old fundamentals." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2714: In "When Intentional Parenting Kinda Sucks," Shawna Scafe candidly shares the complexities of aligning parenting expectations with reality. This heartfelt reflection explores the challenges of family road trips and the pressures of intentional parenting. Shawna's personal anecdotes offer comfort and camaraderie to parents grappling with their ideals versus the actualities of raising children. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://simpleonpurpose.ca/family-road-trip-intentional/ Quotes to ponder: "Sometimes those ‘things’ and ‘intentions’ kind of suck to put into progress." "I get so overwhelmed with the crying and the fits. I get so frustrated that I become irrational. THEN every little thing that has ever made me mad is like, ‘oh heeeeey! you haven’t thought about me in a while, let’s hang out in your brain and mess up your ability to be loving and kind’." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices