Podcast appearances and mentions of chris reining

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 3161: Chris Reining unpacks the psychological and strategic considerations behind investing a large lump sum, emphasizing the risks of loss aversion and market timing. By advocating for a slower, more measured investment strategy aligned with your savings rate, he provides a practical framework to protect against emotional decision-making and reduce risk while still building long-term wealth. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisreining.com/how-should-i-invest-a-lump-sum/ Quotes to ponder: "We like gains, but we hate losses even more." "To protect you from yourself by easing smaller amounts of money into the market over longer periods of time it gives new investors more time to get comfortable with investing." "By investing a static amount each month, you average everything out." Episode references: The Power of Loss Aversion - Daniel Kahneman and Amos Tversky: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Loss_aversion 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 3161: Chris Reining unpacks the psychological and strategic considerations behind investing a large lump sum, emphasizing the risks of loss aversion and market timing. By advocating for a slower, more measured investment strategy aligned with your savings rate, he provides a practical framework to protect against emotional decision-making and reduce risk while still building long-term wealth. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisreining.com/how-should-i-invest-a-lump-sum/ Quotes to ponder: "We like gains, but we hate losses even more." "To protect you from yourself by easing smaller amounts of money into the market over longer periods of time it gives new investors more time to get comfortable with investing." "By investing a static amount each month, you average everything out." Episode references: The Power of Loss Aversion - Daniel Kahneman and Amos Tversky: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Loss_aversion 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 3135: Chris Reining challenges the popular career advice to "do what you love" by showing how it's often wiser, and more sustainable, to do what you hate so that you can eventually afford the freedom to pursue what you love. With humor and insight, he illustrates how financial independence is really about creating options, not chasing passions that can't pay the bills. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisreining.com/hate-love/ Quotes to ponder: "Do what you hate to do what you love." "Financial independence isn't about having money it's about having options." "The most dangerous thing I see people do is quit their job to do what they love." Episode references: Architectural Digest: https://www.architecturaldigest.com/ So Good They Can't Ignore You: https://www.calnewport.com/books/so-good/ 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 3135: Chris Reining challenges the popular career advice to "do what you love" by showing how it's often wiser, and more sustainable, to do what you hate so that you can eventually afford the freedom to pursue what you love. With humor and insight, he illustrates how financial independence is really about creating options, not chasing passions that can't pay the bills. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisreining.com/hate-love/ Quotes to ponder: "Do what you hate to do what you love." "Financial independence isn't about having money it's about having options." "The most dangerous thing I see people do is quit their job to do what they love." Episode references: Architectural Digest: https://www.architecturaldigest.com/ So Good They Can't Ignore You: https://www.calnewport.com/books/so-good/ 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 3135: Chris Reining challenges the popular career advice to "do what you love" by showing how it's often wiser, and more sustainable, to do what you hate so that you can eventually afford the freedom to pursue what you love. With humor and insight, he illustrates how financial independence is really about creating options, not chasing passions that can't pay the bills. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisreining.com/hate-love/ Quotes to ponder: "Do what you hate to do what you love." "Financial independence isn't about having money it's about having options." "The most dangerous thing I see people do is quit their job to do what they love." Episode references: Architectural Digest: https://www.architecturaldigest.com/ So Good They Can't Ignore You: https://www.calnewport.com/books/so-good/ 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 2966: Chris Reining challenges the myth that early retirement means doing nothing, highlighting that true financial independence is about gaining control over your time to pursue meaningful passions and experiences. Through historical examples and personal stories, he illustrates how separating money from work can lead to deeper fulfillment, not idleness. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisreining.com/fire/ Quotes to ponder: "Retiring early has nothing to do with doing nothing." "It's about having control over your time." "Following your interests is what makes you happy." Episode references: Your Money or Your Life: https://www.amazon.com/Your-Money-Life-Transforming-Relationship/dp/0143115766 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 2966: Chris Reining challenges the myth that early retirement means doing nothing, highlighting that true financial independence is about gaining control over your time to pursue meaningful passions and experiences. Through historical examples and personal stories, he illustrates how separating money from work can lead to deeper fulfillment, not idleness. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisreining.com/fire/ Quotes to ponder: "Retiring early has nothing to do with doing nothing." "It's about having control over your time." "Following your interests is what makes you happy." Episode references: Your Money or Your Life: https://www.amazon.com/Your-Money-Life-Transforming-Relationship/dp/0143115766 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 2942: Chris Reining shows how a single, almost effortless habit can become the foundation for lasting personal transformation. By emphasizing the power of starting small, he makes a compelling case for how incremental change leads to big results over time. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisreining.com/little-habit/ Quotes to ponder: "That's why I like starting with a little habit. Something so stupidly small that it's impossible to say no." "It's about putting in reps. It's about showing up." "When you're consistent the results show up." Episode references: Mini Habits: https://www.amazon.com/Mini-Habits-Smaller-Bigger-Results/dp/1494882272 Atomic Habits: https://jamesclear.com/atomic-habits 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 2942: Chris Reining shows how a single, almost effortless habit can become the foundation for lasting personal transformation. By emphasizing the power of starting small, he makes a compelling case for how incremental change leads to big results over time. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisreining.com/little-habit/ Quotes to ponder: "That's why I like starting with a little habit. Something so stupidly small that it's impossible to say no." "It's about putting in reps. It's about showing up." "When you're consistent the results show up." Episode references: Mini Habits: https://www.amazon.com/Mini-Habits-Smaller-Bigger-Results/dp/1494882272 Atomic Habits: https://jamesclear.com/atomic-habits 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 3088: Chris Reining breaks down the mindset and math behind determining how much money you really need to achieve financial independence. By focusing on spending rather than income, he offers a simple yet powerful framework that puts long-term freedom within reach - no matter your current salary. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisreining.com/how-much Quotes to ponder: "You don't need to be a millionaire, you just need enough money so you don't have to work." "Financial independence has nothing to do with how much you earn, and everything to do with how much you spend." "The lower your spending, the less you need to save. That's the secret." Episode references: Mr. Money Mustache: https://www.mrmoneymustache.com Your Money or Your Life: https://www.amazon.com/Your-Money-Life-Transforming-Relationship/dp/0143115766 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 3088: Chris Reining breaks down the mindset and math behind determining how much money you really need to achieve financial independence. By focusing on spending rather than income, he offers a simple yet powerful framework that puts long-term freedom within reach - no matter your current salary. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisreining.com/how-much Quotes to ponder: "You don't need to be a millionaire, you just need enough money so you don't have to work." "Financial independence has nothing to do with how much you earn, and everything to do with how much you spend." "The lower your spending, the less you need to save. That's the secret." Episode references: Mr. Money Mustache: https://www.mrmoneymustache.com Your Money or Your Life: https://www.amazon.com/Your-Money-Life-Transforming-Relationship/dp/0143115766 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 3088: Chris Reining breaks down the mindset and math behind determining how much money you really need to achieve financial independence. By focusing on spending rather than income, he offers a simple yet powerful framework that puts long-term freedom within reach - no matter your current salary. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisreining.com/how-much Quotes to ponder: "You don't need to be a millionaire, you just need enough money so you don't have to work." "Financial independence has nothing to do with how much you earn, and everything to do with how much you spend." "The lower your spending, the less you need to save. That's the secret." Episode references: Mr. Money Mustache: https://www.mrmoneymustache.com Your Money or Your Life: https://www.amazon.com/Your-Money-Life-Transforming-Relationship/dp/0143115766 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 2496: Chris Reining explores the idea that true happiness comes not from constantly chasing more but from recognizing and embracing "enough." He discusses how redefining success, simplifying life, and focusing on what genuinely matters can lead to greater fulfillment. By shifting the mindset from accumulation to appreciation, it's possible to break free from the cycle of endless desire and find lasting contentment. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisreining.com/joy-of-enough/ Quotes to ponder: "Enough means you don't need to keep proving yourself. It means you can stop running, stop searching, stop trying so hard." "When you learn to love what you already have, the wanting disappears." "You don't need more. You need enough." 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 3028: Chris Reining explains how to approach investing with a long-term mindset, recognizing market fluctuations as opportunities rather than distractions. By blending analysis with intuition, successful investors develop a skill that, much like art, takes years to refine. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisreining.com/art-of-investing/ Quotes to ponder: "The stock market is there to serve you. When it offers a good business at a bad price you do nothing. When it offers a good business at a good price you buy." "The longer you invest the more you realize that being good at investing has little to do with combing through mountains of data or spending hours crunching numbers." "To be good is blending science and art. It's hard data and soft data. Left brain, right brain." Episode references: The Simple Path to Wealth: https://www.amazon.com/Simple-Path-Wealth-Financial-Independence/dp/1533667926 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 3028: Chris Reining explains how to approach investing with a long-term mindset, recognizing market fluctuations as opportunities rather than distractions. By blending analysis with intuition, successful investors develop a skill that, much like art, takes years to refine. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisreining.com/art-of-investing/ Quotes to ponder: "The stock market is there to serve you. When it offers a good business at a bad price you do nothing. When it offers a good business at a good price you buy." "The longer you invest the more you realize that being good at investing has little to do with combing through mountains of data or spending hours crunching numbers." "To be good is blending science and art. It's hard data and soft data. Left brain, right brain." Episode references: The Simple Path to Wealth: https://www.amazon.com/Simple-Path-Wealth-Financial-Independence/dp/1533667926 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 3028: Chris Reining explains how to approach investing with a long-term mindset, recognizing market fluctuations as opportunities rather than distractions. By blending analysis with intuition, successful investors develop a skill that, much like art, takes years to refine. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisreining.com/art-of-investing/ Quotes to ponder: "The stock market is there to serve you. When it offers a good business at a bad price you do nothing. When it offers a good business at a good price you buy." "The longer you invest the more you realize that being good at investing has little to do with combing through mountains of data or spending hours crunching numbers." "To be good is blending science and art. It's hard data and soft data. Left brain, right brain." Episode references: The Simple Path to Wealth: https://www.amazon.com/Simple-Path-Wealth-Financial-Independence/dp/1533667926 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 3004: Chris Reining's exploration of risk and reward illustrates how calculated risk-taking, as seen in Arnold Schwarzenegger's multifaceted career and real estate investments, paves the way for growth and success. He delves into tailoring investment strategies to personal risk tolerance, emphasizing the balance between safety and potential returns, and highlights the importance of long-term perspective in weathering market volatility. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisreining.com/risk-reward/ Quotes to ponder: "Safety is fine, just be aware risk gets the rewards." "My intention was to minimize my future regret. So I split my contributions 50/50 between bonds and equities." "If there was a way to make money hand over fist with no risk wouldn't everyone on the planet be rich?" Episode references: The Investor's Manifesto: https://www.amazon.com/Investors-Manifesto-Preparing-Prospering-Rational/dp/0470505141 Tools of Titans: https://www.amazon.com/Tools-Titans-Billionaires-World-Class-Performers/dp/1328683788 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 3004: Chris Reining's exploration of risk and reward illustrates how calculated risk-taking, as seen in Arnold Schwarzenegger's multifaceted career and real estate investments, paves the way for growth and success. He delves into tailoring investment strategies to personal risk tolerance, emphasizing the balance between safety and potential returns, and highlights the importance of long-term perspective in weathering market volatility. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisreining.com/risk-reward/ Quotes to ponder: "Safety is fine, just be aware risk gets the rewards." "My intention was to minimize my future regret. So I split my contributions 50/50 between bonds and equities." "If there was a way to make money hand over fist with no risk wouldn't everyone on the planet be rich?" Episode references: The Investor's Manifesto: https://www.amazon.com/Investors-Manifesto-Preparing-Prospering-Rational/dp/0470505141 Tools of Titans: https://www.amazon.com/Tools-Titans-Billionaires-World-Class-Performers/dp/1328683788 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 3004: Chris Reining's exploration of risk and reward illustrates how calculated risk-taking, as seen in Arnold Schwarzenegger's multifaceted career and real estate investments, paves the way for growth and success. He delves into tailoring investment strategies to personal risk tolerance, emphasizing the balance between safety and potential returns, and highlights the importance of long-term perspective in weathering market volatility. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisreining.com/risk-reward/ Quotes to ponder: "Safety is fine, just be aware risk gets the rewards." "My intention was to minimize my future regret. So I split my contributions 50/50 between bonds and equities." "If there was a way to make money hand over fist with no risk wouldn't everyone on the planet be rich?" Episode references: The Investor's Manifesto: https://www.amazon.com/Investors-Manifesto-Preparing-Prospering-Rational/dp/0470505141 Tools of Titans: https://www.amazon.com/Tools-Titans-Billionaires-World-Class-Performers/dp/1328683788 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 2971: Chris Reining emphasizes the importance of starting retirement investments early, even in small amounts, to capitalize on decades of growth. He explains the trade-offs between paying off low-interest debt and investing, highlighting the historical advantage of stock market returns while encouraging a balanced approach to savings, debt, and investments tailored to comfort levels. His advice underscores the value of consistent, intentional financial decisions to build security and wealth. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisreining.com/should-i-pay-off-debt-or-invest/ Quotes to ponder: "To be successful at investing you have to invest within your comfort zone because when you're investing within your comfort zone you're less likely to make bad decisions." "Think about how you'd feel not having debt, and if you'd feel better not having debt then pay it off." "Investing, saving, and paying off debt are all really great ways to deploy your hard-earned dollars and there really isn't a wrong choice here." 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 2971: Chris Reining emphasizes the importance of starting retirement investments early, even in small amounts, to capitalize on decades of growth. He explains the trade-offs between paying off low-interest debt and investing, highlighting the historical advantage of stock market returns while encouraging a balanced approach to savings, debt, and investments tailored to comfort levels. His advice underscores the value of consistent, intentional financial decisions to build security and wealth. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisreining.com/should-i-pay-off-debt-or-invest/ Quotes to ponder: "To be successful at investing you have to invest within your comfort zone because when you're investing within your comfort zone you're less likely to make bad decisions." "Think about how you'd feel not having debt, and if you'd feel better not having debt then pay it off." "Investing, saving, and paying off debt are all really great ways to deploy your hard-earned dollars and there really isn't a wrong choice here." 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 2971: Chris Reining emphasizes the importance of starting retirement investments early, even in small amounts, to capitalize on decades of growth. He explains the trade-offs between paying off low-interest debt and investing, highlighting the historical advantage of stock market returns while encouraging a balanced approach to savings, debt, and investments tailored to comfort levels. His advice underscores the value of consistent, intentional financial decisions to build security and wealth. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisreining.com/should-i-pay-off-debt-or-invest/ Quotes to ponder: "To be successful at investing you have to invest within your comfort zone because when you're investing within your comfort zone you're less likely to make bad decisions." "Think about how you'd feel not having debt, and if you'd feel better not having debt then pay it off." "Investing, saving, and paying off debt are all really great ways to deploy your hard-earned dollars and there really isn't a wrong choice here." 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 2945: When we're young, we take risks without thinking twice often because we get lucky and don't face the consequences. Chris Reining's story of riding a crocodile and navigating stock market highs serves as a metaphor for the fine line between luck and sound decision-making. He argues for investing wisely, understanding the difference between price and value, and never risking more than what you need to achieve financial independence. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisreining.com/big-dumb-risks/ Quotes to ponder: "Just because you didn't get hurt doing something dumb doesn't mean you didn't take a big risk and get away with it." "Price is what you pay. Value is what you get." "It's easy to feel jealous when you see other investors getting rich fast, but remember, just because someone didn't get hurt doesn't mean they didn't take a big dumb risk." 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 2945: When we're young, we take risks without thinking twice often because we get lucky and don't face the consequences. Chris Reining's story of riding a crocodile and navigating stock market highs serves as a metaphor for the fine line between luck and sound decision-making. He argues for investing wisely, understanding the difference between price and value, and never risking more than what you need to achieve financial independence. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisreining.com/big-dumb-risks/ Quotes to ponder: "Just because you didn't get hurt doing something dumb doesn't mean you didn't take a big risk and get away with it." "Price is what you pay. Value is what you get." "It's easy to feel jealous when you see other investors getting rich fast, but remember, just because someone didn't get hurt doesn't mean they didn't take a big dumb risk." 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 2945: When we're young, we take risks without thinking twice often because we get lucky and don't face the consequences. Chris Reining's story of riding a crocodile and navigating stock market highs serves as a metaphor for the fine line between luck and sound decision-making. He argues for investing wisely, understanding the difference between price and value, and never risking more than what you need to achieve financial independence. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisreining.com/big-dumb-risks/ Quotes to ponder: "Just because you didn't get hurt doing something dumb doesn't mean you didn't take a big risk and get away with it." "Price is what you pay. Value is what you get." "It's easy to feel jealous when you see other investors getting rich fast, but remember, just because someone didn't get hurt doesn't mean they didn't take a big dumb risk." 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 3385: Living authentically opens the doors to job satisfaction, financial success, and deeper personal connections. Chris Reining explains that by embracing imperfections, speaking the truth, and doing what feels right, you can align your life with who you truly are and begin to achieve your goals. Authenticity brings self-respect, and the courage to stand up for yourself ultimately creates lasting success. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisreining.com/get-what-you-want-the-3-keys-to-being-authentic/ Quotes to ponder: "Once you learn to live with your mistakes and flaws on display, to tell the truth, and to do what feels right, only then are you truly okay being yourself." "Don't be afraid to do what feels right, no matter what the consequences are." "Anyone worth knowing is inevitably also going to be exasperating: making the same obvious mistakes over and over, dating imbeciles, endlessly relapsing into their dumb addictions." Episode references: The American Psychological Association Study on Lying: https://www.apa.org/news/press/releases/stress/2022 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 3385: Living authentically opens the doors to job satisfaction, financial success, and deeper personal connections. Chris Reining explains that by embracing imperfections, speaking the truth, and doing what feels right, you can align your life with who you truly are and begin to achieve your goals. Authenticity brings self-respect, and the courage to stand up for yourself ultimately creates lasting success. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisreining.com/get-what-you-want-the-3-keys-to-being-authentic/ Quotes to ponder: "Once you learn to live with your mistakes and flaws on display, to tell the truth, and to do what feels right, only then are you truly okay being yourself." "Don't be afraid to do what feels right, no matter what the consequences are." "Anyone worth knowing is inevitably also going to be exasperating: making the same obvious mistakes over and over, dating imbeciles, endlessly relapsing into their dumb addictions." Episode references: The American Psychological Association Study on Lying: https://www.apa.org/news/press/releases/stress/2022 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 3385: Living authentically opens the doors to job satisfaction, financial success, and deeper personal connections. Chris Reining explains that by embracing imperfections, speaking the truth, and doing what feels right, you can align your life with who you truly are and begin to achieve your goals. Authenticity brings self-respect, and the courage to stand up for yourself ultimately creates lasting success. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisreining.com/get-what-you-want-the-3-keys-to-being-authentic/ Quotes to ponder: "Once you learn to live with your mistakes and flaws on display, to tell the truth, and to do what feels right, only then are you truly okay being yourself." "Don't be afraid to do what feels right, no matter what the consequences are." "Anyone worth knowing is inevitably also going to be exasperating: making the same obvious mistakes over and over, dating imbeciles, endlessly relapsing into their dumb addictions." Episode references: The American Psychological Association Study on Lying: https://www.apa.org/news/press/releases/stress/2022 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 3313: Chris Reining illustrates the pitfalls of active investing through the story of a man who lost money by constantly tinkering with his $100,000 portfolio. Reining emphasizes that the keys to successful investing are patience and viewing stocks as ownership in companies rather than mere prices. By adopting a long-term, buy-and-hold strategy, investors can avoid common mistakes and build wealth more effectively. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisreining.com/invest-100000/ Quotes to ponder: "The stock is not the company and the company is not the stock." "Only buy something that you'd be perfectly happy to hold if the market shut down for 10 years." "All the research shows being an active investor is what makes you poor." Episode references: The Simple Path to Wealth: https://www.amazon.com/Simple-Path-Wealth-financial-independence/dp/1533667926 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 3313: Chris Reining illustrates the pitfalls of active investing through the story of a man who lost money by constantly tinkering with his $100,000 portfolio. Reining emphasizes that the keys to successful investing are patience and viewing stocks as ownership in companies rather than mere prices. By adopting a long-term, buy-and-hold strategy, investors can avoid common mistakes and build wealth more effectively. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisreining.com/invest-100000/ Quotes to ponder: "The stock is not the company and the company is not the stock." "Only buy something that you'd be perfectly happy to hold if the market shut down for 10 years." "All the research shows being an active investor is what makes you poor." Episode references: The Simple Path to Wealth: https://www.amazon.com/Simple-Path-Wealth-financial-independence/dp/1533667926 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 3313: Chris Reining illustrates the pitfalls of active investing through the story of a man who lost money by constantly tinkering with his $100,000 portfolio. Reining emphasizes that the keys to successful investing are patience and viewing stocks as ownership in companies rather than mere prices. By adopting a long-term, buy-and-hold strategy, investors can avoid common mistakes and build wealth more effectively. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisreining.com/invest-100000/ Quotes to ponder: "The stock is not the company and the company is not the stock." "Only buy something that you'd be perfectly happy to hold if the market shut down for 10 years." "All the research shows being an active investor is what makes you poor." Episode references: The Simple Path to Wealth: https://www.amazon.com/Simple-Path-Wealth-financial-independence/dp/1533667926 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 2852: Chris Reining highlights the path to financial freedom by investing in assets that produce income. By focusing on real estate and stocks, he demonstrates how these investments can generate steady, long-term returns, emphasizing the importance of having your money work for you rather than merely speculating on price increases. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisreining.com/things-producing-things/ Quotes to ponder: "Instead of endlessly working for money you can have your money work for you." "What matters is investing in things producing things." "A dollar from a rent check is the same as a dollar from a stock." Episode references: The Simple Path to Wealth: https://www.amazon.com/Simple-Path-Wealth-financial-independence/dp/1533667926 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 2852: Chris Reining highlights the path to financial freedom by investing in assets that produce income. By focusing on real estate and stocks, he demonstrates how these investments can generate steady, long-term returns, emphasizing the importance of having your money work for you rather than merely speculating on price increases. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisreining.com/things-producing-things/ Quotes to ponder: "Instead of endlessly working for money you can have your money work for you." "What matters is investing in things producing things." "A dollar from a rent check is the same as a dollar from a stock." Episode references: The Simple Path to Wealth: https://www.amazon.com/Simple-Path-Wealth-financial-independence/dp/1533667926 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 2852: Chris Reining highlights the path to financial freedom by investing in assets that produce income. By focusing on real estate and stocks, he demonstrates how these investments can generate steady, long-term returns, emphasizing the importance of having your money work for you rather than merely speculating on price increases. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisreining.com/things-producing-things/ Quotes to ponder: "Instead of endlessly working for money you can have your money work for you." "What matters is investing in things producing things." "A dollar from a rent check is the same as a dollar from a stock." Episode references: The Simple Path to Wealth: https://www.amazon.com/Simple-Path-Wealth-financial-independence/dp/1533667926 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 2805: Chris Reining shares a powerful reflection on financial freedom and purposeful living. He discusses how shifting from a mindset of earning to consume to earning to invest in what truly matters can transform your life. Reining emphasizes designing a life filled with meaningful experiences rather than material possessions, inspired by personal anecdotes and insights from thought leaders like Bronnie Ware and Ryan Holiday. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisreining.com/3-retirement-options/ Quotes to ponder: "I wish I'd had the courage to live a life true to myself, not the life others expect of me." "It's easy to slip into a lifestyle where we work to earn, and earn to consume." "You can design your life to make sure you have the freedom to pursue what's important to you." Episode references: Bronnie Ware's Regrets of the Dying: https://bronnieware.com/regrets-of-the-dying The 4-Hour Workweek: https://www.amazon.com/4-Hour-Workweek-Escape-Live-Anywhere/dp/0307465357 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 2805: Chris Reining shares a powerful reflection on financial freedom and purposeful living. He discusses how shifting from a mindset of earning to consume to earning to invest in what truly matters can transform your life. Reining emphasizes designing a life filled with meaningful experiences rather than material possessions, inspired by personal anecdotes and insights from thought leaders like Bronnie Ware and Ryan Holiday. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisreining.com/3-retirement-options/ Quotes to ponder: "I wish I'd had the courage to live a life true to myself, not the life others expect of me." "It's easy to slip into a lifestyle where we work to earn, and earn to consume." "You can design your life to make sure you have the freedom to pursue what's important to you." Episode references: Bronnie Ware's Regrets of the Dying: https://bronnieware.com/regrets-of-the-dying The 4-Hour Workweek: https://www.amazon.com/4-Hour-Workweek-Escape-Live-Anywhere/dp/0307465357 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 2805: Chris Reining shares a powerful reflection on financial freedom and purposeful living. He discusses how shifting from a mindset of earning to consume to earning to invest in what truly matters can transform your life. Reining emphasizes designing a life filled with meaningful experiences rather than material possessions, inspired by personal anecdotes and insights from thought leaders like Bronnie Ware and Ryan Holiday. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisreining.com/3-retirement-options/ Quotes to ponder: "I wish I'd had the courage to live a life true to myself, not the life others expect of me." "It's easy to slip into a lifestyle where we work to earn, and earn to consume." "You can design your life to make sure you have the freedom to pursue what's important to you." Episode references: Bronnie Ware's Regrets of the Dying: https://bronnieware.com/regrets-of-the-dying The 4-Hour Workweek: https://www.amazon.com/4-Hour-Workweek-Escape-Live-Anywhere/dp/0307465357 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 2757: Chris Reining explores the surprisingly anticlimactic reality of becoming a millionaire and the profound life lessons learned along the way. Through personal anecdotes and financial insights, he uncovers the true value of financial freedom - less about the money and more about the autonomy to live life on one's terms. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisreining.com/becoming-a-millionaire/ Quotes to ponder: "You might think when your account rolls over to seven digits that fireworks light up the sky. I can tell you that doesn't happen." "The financial milestone that really mattered to me was making my first $1,000 from investing." "Money is infinite. But time is finite." Episode references: FIRECalc: https://www.firecalc.com/ Death Calculator: https://www.ssa.gov/ 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 2757: Chris Reining explores the surprisingly anticlimactic reality of becoming a millionaire and the profound life lessons learned along the way. Through personal anecdotes and financial insights, he uncovers the true value of financial freedom - less about the money and more about the autonomy to live life on one's terms. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisreining.com/becoming-a-millionaire/ Quotes to ponder: "You might think when your account rolls over to seven digits that fireworks light up the sky. I can tell you that doesn't happen." "The financial milestone that really mattered to me was making my first $1,000 from investing." "Money is infinite. But time is finite." Episode references: FIRECalc: https://www.firecalc.com/ Death Calculator: https://www.ssa.gov/ 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 2757: Chris Reining explores the surprisingly anticlimactic reality of becoming a millionaire and the profound life lessons learned along the way. Through personal anecdotes and financial insights, he uncovers the true value of financial freedom - less about the money and more about the autonomy to live life on one's terms. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisreining.com/becoming-a-millionaire/ Quotes to ponder: "You might think when your account rolls over to seven digits that fireworks light up the sky. I can tell you that doesn't happen." "The financial milestone that really mattered to me was making my first $1,000 from investing." "Money is infinite. But time is finite." Episode references: FIRECalc: https://www.firecalc.com/ Death Calculator: https://www.ssa.gov/ 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 2685: Chris Reining explores the nuanced relationship between money and happiness in "3 Ways to Hack Your Financial Happiness," offering insights from personal experience and research. By critiquing the common pursuit of wealth as a source of happiness and suggesting practical strategies for fostering genuine contentment, Reining illuminates the path to financial well-being that transcends mere accumulation. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisreining.com/3-ways-to-hack-your-financial-happiness/ Quotes to ponder: "Many of us equate money to happiness. And it's true, sort of. Research has shown that happiness rises with income, but only up to $75,000." "Buying stuff is the equivalent of getting drunk, it only temporarily soothes our unhappiness." "Finding happiness comes from within, it's not something that can be purchased from Amazon." Episode references: Carl Jensen's speech, "FI-landia is a lie,": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=av4nIb5_AAE&ab_channel=EconoMeConference 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 2685: Chris Reining explores the nuanced relationship between money and happiness in "3 Ways to Hack Your Financial Happiness," offering insights from personal experience and research. By critiquing the common pursuit of wealth as a source of happiness and suggesting practical strategies for fostering genuine contentment, Reining illuminates the path to financial well-being that transcends mere accumulation. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisreining.com/3-ways-to-hack-your-financial-happiness/ Quotes to ponder: "Many of us equate money to happiness. And it's true, sort of. Research has shown that happiness rises with income, but only up to $75,000." "Buying stuff is the equivalent of getting drunk, it only temporarily soothes our unhappiness." "Finding happiness comes from within, it's not something that can be purchased from Amazon." Episode references: Carl Jensen's speech, "FI-landia is a lie,": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=av4nIb5_AAE&ab_channel=EconoMeConference 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 2644: Chris Reining's "Making The Case For Higher Pay – Why 3% Raises Suck" explores the transformative power of pursuing significant salary increases over settling for the standard 3% raises. By maximizing earnings while maintaining minimal lifestyle expenses, Reining illustrates how one can drastically boost savings and accelerate towards financial independence. The article serves as a compelling guide for anyone looking to elevate their income potential and manage their career as their most significant asset. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisreining.com/making-the-case-for-higher-pay-why-3-raises-suck/ Quotes to ponder: "One of the easiest ways we can save more is so simple it's brilliant: make more money and keep our spending flat." "The point, however, is to make as much money as possible as fast as possible so that out of the gate we're saving more." Episode references: So Good They Can't Ignore You by Cal Newport: https://www.amazon.com/Good-They-Cant-Ignore-You/dp/1455509124 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 2644: Chris Reining's "Making The Case For Higher Pay – Why 3% Raises Suck" explores the transformative power of pursuing significant salary increases over settling for the standard 3% raises. By maximizing earnings while maintaining minimal lifestyle expenses, Reining illustrates how one can drastically boost savings and accelerate towards financial independence. The article serves as a compelling guide for anyone looking to elevate their income potential and manage their career as their most significant asset. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisreining.com/making-the-case-for-higher-pay-why-3-raises-suck/ Quotes to ponder: "One of the easiest ways we can save more is so simple it's brilliant: make more money and keep our spending flat." "The point, however, is to make as much money as possible as fast as possible so that out of the gate we're saving more." Episode references: So Good They Can't Ignore You by Cal Newport: https://www.amazon.com/Good-They-Cant-Ignore-You/dp/1455509124 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 2548: Chris Reining's insightful piece on the 4% Retirement Rule illuminates the uncertainties of financial planning, drawing parallels with the unforeseen challenges faced by the Apollo 13 astronauts. He emphasizes that while the 4% rule, initially proposed by Bill Bengen and further explored by Michael Kitces, is designed to withstand economic downturns, it's the adaptability to unexpected situations that truly secures financial stability in retirement. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisreining.com/plan-predict/ Quotes to ponder: "You can plan, but not predict." "The reason the 4% rule works during recessions is because the 4% rule is based on the worst possible historical scenarios." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Reining reminds you that it's the small changes that make you rich Episode 2495: It's The Small Changes That Make You Rich by Chris Reining on Simple Financial Choices Chris Reining is an investor, writer, and avid student of life. He shares how to build wealth and reach financial freedom on his website ChrisReining.com. The original post is located here: https://chrisreining.com/small-changes/  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Reining provides his three year update, sharing five thoughts on financial freedom. Episode 2318: 5 Thoughts on Financial Freedom (My 3 Year Update) by Chris Reining on Early Retirement and Security Chris Reining is an investor, writer, and avid student of life. He shares how to build wealth and reach financial freedom on his website ChrisReining.com. The original post is located here: https://chrisreining.com/3-year-update/  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Reining talks about why a $35,000 wedding is a bad idea. Episode 1896: Why a 35,000 Dollar Wedding is a Dumb Idea by Chris Reining on Saving and Lifestyle Choices Chris Reining is an investor, writer, and avid student of life. He shares how to build wealth and reach financial freedom on his website ChrisReining.com. The original post is located here: https://chrisreining.com/wedding/ Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalRelationshipsDailyMarriageParenting Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Reining shares the mistake people make when investing Episode 2432: The Mistake People Make When Investing by Chris Reining on Investment Choices and Being Patient Chris Reining is an investor, writer, and avid student of life. He shares how to build wealth and reach financial freedom on his website ChrisReining.com. The original post is located here: https://chrisreining.com/investing-mistake/  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Reining shares how to make your own stock dividends Episode 2340: MONDAY MASTERY - Making Your Own Stock Dividends by Chris Reining on Understanding Investment Dividends Chris Reining is an investor, writer, and avid student of life. He shares how to build wealth and reach financial freedom on his website ChrisReining.com. The original post is located here: https://chrisreining.com/dividends/  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices