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Join co-hosts Sammy Gordon and Jimmy Ibrahim, along with APS Portfolio Strategist Luke Teeuwsen to tackle the challenges and opportunities facing first-time property buyers in 2026. The team digs deep into the realities of breaking into the property market, sharing practical numbers and strategies while busting myths around minimum budgets, government deposit schemes and the cultural pressures of keeping up with the Joneses. They highlight the power of rentvesting, the importance of realistic expectations and the mindset needed to build a substantial portfolio. The episode wraps up with a special code word for first-time buyer discounts and an encouraging reminder that anyone, no matter their age or starting point, can take the steps needed to begin building their property legacy. School of Property is the ultimate education destination to master property investment, with a curriculum meticulously designed and crafted with both beginners and experts in mind. Whether you are a complete novice, or you're ready to take things to the next level in your portfolio, this is the program for you! To find out more, head to www.schoolofproperty.com.au If you loved this episode please send it on to someone who would take some value, and please give us a 5 star review if you haven't yet and are loving the poddy! If you want your question answered on our podcast DM us on our socials or email us at apsteam@australianpropertyscout.com.au Send us your questions to: Instagram: @australianpropertyscout Want to book a call with us: Website: https://australianpropertyscout.com.au Any information, comments, opinions or content that we provide in this podcast is our general observations and information only and it is not to be taken as, or in any way, considered to be financial advice, accounting advice, superannuation advice or legal advice. We strongly recommend all and any listener and participant to obtain their own independent financial advice, accounting advice, superannuation advice and legal advice before acting in any way in relation to any investment at all including any investment in property such as what we might be discussing in this podcast. No warranty, guarantee or representation is to be taken and you cannot reproduce it in any way. Every persons financial or investment situation is different and you must consider your own circumstances before undertaking any investment and be sure to obtain independent advice. Australian Property Scout Pty Ltd | License Number: 10094798 | ABN: 64 638 266 369 Chapters (00:01:18) Welcome (00:05:13) The reality of getting started in 2026 (00:08:18) Delayed gratification + sacrifices (00:12:01) Is it harder than ever? Modern vs past challenges (00:13:34) Cost breakdown of getting into a property (00:18:22) Government schemes + market impact (00:26:19) Importance of education (00:27:49) Secret codeword reveal (00:29:24) What asset should first-time buyers purchase? (00:37:30) Blocking out noise and pressure (00:41:00) How Sam overcame obstacles and fear

Episode 2765- Vinnie Tortorich welcomes author Bobby Shelton, and they discuss challenging yourself, finding your Why, and the need to tell yourself yes. https://vinnietortorich.com/2026/02/tell-yourself-yes-bobby-shelton-episode-2765 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast Vinnie's workout videos are available to purchase! Choose from a 2-day, 4-day, or 6-day workout–or buy all three at a discount! TO PURCHASE VINNIE'S WORKOUT VIDEOS, CLICK THIS LINK: https://vinnietortorich.com/workout Tell Yourself Yes Dr. Bobby Shelton (DSL, PMP, ACC) is a best-selling author, leadership coach, and podcaster known for "The Self-Leadership Lab" and the concept of "Easy Hard vs. Hard Hard". (2:30) He is the president of Alphacat Consulting and focuses on personal growth and authentic leadership, with extensive expertise in navigating both professional and personal transformation. The Hard-Hard is your "Why": what is the physical, emotional, spiritual goal, and working towards it. What does Bobby have as examples for what "Easy-Hard" means? (9:30) Bobby describes his health journey not just for weight loss but for overall wellness. (17:00) People are often afraid of hard things, and at the other end of the spectrum, others think that if you're not suffering, you're not working hard enough. (20:00) There is meaning in the middle: struggle doesn't need to mean suffering. Finding your why is important, but not for the reason of "keeping up with the Joneses." They discuss the meaning of "Riding the Tiger." (26:00) Vinnie prefers to be active because it helps open his mind to new ideas. (37:00) The longer you wait to start something, the harder it is to start at all, and the delay gets longer. (41:00) They discuss a type of "divine intervention." You have to find your own rhythm. (46:00) Don't buy into anyone else's dogma. (47:30) They discuss self-talk, beliefs, and visualization. (53:00) Don't let the world get in your way. (58:30) Always think about what's possible and don't let others discourage you! (1:03:00) Surround yourself with positive influences, not those who try to drag you down. Did you miss it?: The NSNG® VIP group closed, but you can get onto the waitlist for next time by signing up at https://www.nsngvip.com/join. A New Sponsor Jaspr Air Scrubbers has a discount code, VINNIE, that gets you $300 off for a limited time. Jaspr offers a lifetime warranty. Go to Jaspr.co for more information or to purchase. (1:05:00) You can book a consultation with Vinnie to get guidance on your goals. https://vinnietortorich.com/phone-consultation-2/ More News Serena has added some of her clothing suggestions and beauty product suggestions to Vinnie's Amazon Recommended Products link. Self Care, Beauty, and Grooming Products that Actually Work! https://www.amazon.com/shop/vinnietortorich/list/3GPVU29UHHPMY?ref_=aipsflist Don't forget to check out Serena Scott Thomas on Days of Our Lives on the Peacock channel. "Dirty Keto" is available on Amazon! You can purchase or rent it here.https://amzn.to/4d9agj1 Please make sure to watch, rate, and review it! Eat Happy Italian, Anna's next cookbook, is available! You can go to https://eathappyitalian.com You can order it from Vinnie's Book Club. https://amzn.to/3ucIXm Anna's recipes are in her cookbooks, on her website, and on Substack —they will spice up your day! https://annavocino.substack.com/ PURCHASE DIRTY KETO (2024) The documentary launched in August 2024! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's fourth documentary in just over five years. Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. Additionally, the more views it receives, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries

Several million dollars can feel surprisingly small when you're measuring it against someone else's yardstick. Whether you have three, five, or ten million, if you're chasing a lifestyle defined by the "Joneses," you're not pursuing satisfaction, you're chasing someone else's version of happy. In this video, we dig into the "Country Club Syndrome" and the dangerous spiral of losing contentment by comparison. From $100,000 trucks, retirees don't need mountain homes they don't enjoy, we share real stories of clients who found freedom by asking one question: "Do I actually want this?" We'll show you how to build a Purpose Plan that aligns your money with your values, so your retirement is defined by your mission, not your neighbor's new golf cart. Timestamps: [01:04] – The Country Club Syndrome: Why the "next best thing" is a dangerous spiral that robs you of joy. [02:33] – The "Supposed-To" Trap: Evaluating whether your big-ticket purchases are immediate needs or just cultural expectations. [04:56] – The Runaway Bride Moment: A lesson on self-reflection do you actually know how you like your "eggs," or are you just mirroring others? [06:50] – The $5M Divorce Statistic: Why hitting a high net worth often leads to trouble if you haven't mastered the "Money Conversation." [08:40] – The Platinum Rule in Practice: A cautionary tale about buying a mountain home for a spouse who actually hates the outdoors. [17:28] – Living "On Mission": How an $8M widow found total satisfaction in a 50-year-old modest home. [19:16] – The Nutcracker People: How accidental traditions can hijack your budget and how to find the "catalyst" for change.   Resources Mentioned: Book: Half Time by Bob Buford Connect with us: Website: www.yourretirementcoach.com Podcast: www.youtube.com/@yeomansconsulting Facebook: www.facebook.com/Yeomans.yourretirementcoach  LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/nicyeomans  Email: connect@yourretirementcoach.com    If this helped you, please like and subscribe to follow for more retirement tips.   Disclaimer: Yeomans Consulting Group, Inc. is a Registered Investment Adviser. Information presented is for educational purposes only and does not intend to make an offer or solicitation for the sale or purchase of any specific securities, investments, or investment strategies. Investments involve risk and, unless otherwise stated, are not guaranteed. Be sure to first consult with a qualified financial adviser and/or tax professional before implementing any strategy discussed herein. Past performance is not indicative of future performance.

When your back is against the wall, and you're out of options, it's easy to assume God is late, but His timing is never off. In this episode of Chasing Happiness, Ryan DeMent shares a raw look at ongoing financial storms, anxiety, and exhaustion, and how daily time with God and passages like Deuteronomy 8 have reminded him that God provides in the wilderness, blesses in abundance, and calls us to serve others instead of chasing the Joneses. If you're in a storm, financial, health, or work-related, this conversation will help you breathe, pray, and trust that God is still guiding you toward peace, purpose, and provision.

Strap in for a fun ride with Kyle Jones and Matt Allgeyer on this week's “Your Retirement Highway” as they swap road trip tales, wedding breakfast secrets, and plenty of laughs—all before steering into some of the juiciest retirement planning insights you won't want to miss. Is there really such a thing as retiring “earlier than early”? The guys dish on everything from discovering your "enough number" to why paying off the mortgage might just be your secret engine for the golden years—and that's only the start.But don't let the easy banter fool you; Kyle and Matt take you deep into the nuts and bolts of how today's volatile markets, rising inflation, and even emotional readiness can shape your retirement journey. Curious how to stress-test your budget, wrangle healthcare costs, or avoid the pitfalls of “keeping up with the Joneses”? They won't spill all the beans here—tune in and uncover the real-world strategies and surprising stories that will get you thinking about your own retirement highway in a whole new way.Join Matthew Allgeyer and Kyle Jones as they dive into the crucial issues shaping your retirement. In this episode of Your Retirement Highway, our hosts discuss a key retirement topic, sharing expert advice, actionable strategies, and experiences that matter. From taxes and Social Security to long-term care and market volatility, they cover what you need to know to chart your retirement course with clarity and confidence.

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We live in a culture that encourages greed. We feel the need to "keep up with the Joneses" and own things that we don't necessarily want or need. We are lured in by the "greed cheese" that Satan puts in the "Money Trap." But everything we have isn't even ours—it all belongs to God, and He entrusts us with what He knows we can handle.In this message, Jill Briscoe teaches about the role money should play in our lives and gives us practical and challenging advice on how we should view and be good stewards of money. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29?v=20251111

We live in a culture that encourages greed. We feel the need to "keep up with the Joneses" and own things that we don't necessarily want or need. We are lured in by the "greed cheese" that Satan puts in the "Money Trap." But everything we have isn't even ours—it all belongs to God, and He entrusts us with what He knows we can handle.In this message, Jill Briscoe teaches about the role money should play in our lives and gives us practical and challenging advice on how we should view and be good stewards of money. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29?v=20251111

We had planned to begin our new series in 2 Samuel this week, but due to weather and cancellations, we're moving that start date to next Sunday.In the meantime, we invite you to be encouraged by a special message from Isaac Hill, recorded at Old Lexington Baptist Church in Leesville on January 18. We're grateful for the opportunity to share this sermon with our church family.This week's group content will be standalone. Group Guide Use this guide to help your group discussion as you meet this week. TranscriptThis morning we are going to be in Philippians chapter two. And so if you've got your Bibles, I would love for you to turn there with me. I'm going to read for us verses 1 through 11, and I'm going to pray and we'll dive in. This is what Paul says in Philippians chapter two.So if there is any encouragement in Christ, any comfort from love, any participation in the Spirit, any affection and sympathy, complete my joy by being of the same mind, having the same love, being in full accord and of one mind. Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves. Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others. Have this mind among yourselves, which is yours in Christ Jesus, who, though he was in the form of God, did not count equality with God a thing to be grasped, but emptied himself by taking the form of a servant, being born in the likeness of men and being found in human form, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to the point of death, even death on a cross. Therefore God has highly exalted him and bestowed on him the name that is above every name, so that at the name of Jesus every nation bow in heaven and on earth and under the earth and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.Let's pray. Father, we thank you for your word in the way that it reveals who you are and what you are doing and who we are and what you are calling us into. And so we would ask this morning that you would use your word to teach and instruct us, and that it would not return void in Jesus name. Amen.This morning, since we're jumping directly into the middle of a book, the Letter to the Philippians, I figured we could have a little bit of context. My Old Testament class professor always said, context is king. That was driven to my mind while I studied there. A little bit of context of the letter that Paul wrote. Paul was under house arrest when he wrote this letter to the Philippian Church. If you read the couple of chapters that are there, you find out that this is one of Paul's most encouraging letters that he has to write to the churches. We discover that he has a great and fond relationship of the church at Philippi. They mean much to him, both in his heart and then in his mission of declaring the gospel to those who have yet to hear. There's not a whole lot of correction in the letter, we do learn about some disagreements that show up between a couple members, but for the most part, Paul is really just encouraging this church to continue strong in the faith.In chapter one, which is immediately before what we're looking at this morning, Paul writes to them to let them know about his imprisonment that he was under, but more specifically to write about how he has found joy in the middle of his circumstance. It turns out that the Lord has used it as an opportunity for the continuing advancement of the message of the Gospel, both to the prison guards that were keeping watch over him and then anybody who he also got to be around. After he shares this update at the end of Chapter one, I believe that there's a transitionary paragraph that leads into the rest of the letter, and I want to read the beginning phrase of that paragraph, because I think it's going to position us to correctly understand what Paul is talking about in the passage of chapter 2. This is what he says in Philippians 1:27.Only let your manner of life be worthy of the Gospel of Christ.Only let your manner of life be worthy of the Gospel of Christ.There's a footnote in the ESV translation, which is what I like to use, and it writes that if you were to literally translate this phrase, it would read, only behave as citizens worthy of the Gospel of Christ, that what we're going to see today is Paul is going to show for us three aspects, three characteristics of a life that belongs to a citizen of the Gospel of Jesus, that Jesus is king, he is Lord, and for those that believe and trust in him, we exist inside his kingdom, and there's a way of life that is called for us to live in under the message of Jesus. With that, let's jump in to chapter two, verse. So if there is any encouragement in Christ, any comfort from love, any participation in the spirit, any affection and sympathy, complete my joy by being of the same mind, having the same love, being in full accord and of one mind.He writes this language, if there is any. When he writes it that way, it's almost like when you and I would ask a rhetorical question. If you've ever been with your friend and you know somebody who did something totally outlandish, you might say, can you believe that? It's not really that you are asking. Can you show the proof and build out the reason as to why you believe that? No, you're just so confounded by what has taken place that it bursts out into question. In the same way Paul is saying, if there is any encouragement in Christ, there is. He's already written about it in chapter one, that there is encouragement in Christ as he's in prison. He writes, if there's any comfort from love, this letter is an encouraging letter, that the relationship that he has with the Philippian Church, there is comfort in love that he has from them. If there's any participation in the Spirit, he writes about their partnership with him in the Gospel. There's affection, there's sympathy. That's what Paul is seeing.In verse two, what we see is he's saying, complete my joy. He's driving toward what he wants them to understand, what he wants to instruct them in. What we're going to see is what I believe is three categories that are important for us in understanding what it looks like, our life to look like it is worthy of the Gospel of Jesus. Verse two, he says, complete my joy by being of the same mind, having the same love, being in full accord and of one mind. I think these are the three categories here. While we talk about them this morning as three distinct categories, because that's helpful for us in engaging it, they're actually interconnected with one another, as we'll see. But as we see here, Paul wants them to be of the same mind, Number one wants them to have the same love. It's number two, and he wants them to be of one in purpose. That word purpose is another way of translating the word accord. Those are the three categories that I think Paul is getting after and that we would do well to consider and study.If you were to just read up to verse two here in the text, you would be asking some questions. What is the mind that we're supposed to be in? The same as what love are we supposed to be the same as what accord or purpose are we supposed to be full of? That's what I think verses 3 through 11 are going to help us this morning. Let's take these one at a time.First, Paul is going to write about what it looks like being of the same mind. Pick back up in verse 3.Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves. Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others. Have this mind among yourselves which is yours in Christ Jesus.Paul begins to explain what it looks like to have this mind. First of all, he categorizes it as being the mind of Christ. We'll get to talk about that in more detail here in a minute. In verse three and four, he practically is walking through what it looks like to have the same mind. Let's work back through just bit by bit of what he said. Do nothing from selfish ambition. Ambition is that idea of drive or motivation by which we do things. What he's saying is, don't—those a negative command. Don't be driven to terminate what you do on self. Do nothing from selfish ambition. Don't let your ambition, your motivation, your drive to accomplish things be for the end and the purpose of ending on yourself. Then he says, do nothing from conceit. Conceit is the idea of thinking more highly of yourself than you ought to. The important thing about conceit is it actually has to do with our relationship with other people. The way that I can think more highly of myself is by thinking more highly of me over you.Then he goes on and starts to give the positive aspect of this, what it looks like in humility, count others as more significant than yourselves. That's the opposite side of the conceit that not only would I not think of myself as greater than you, but I would be thinking of you as greater than me. That's true humility of me bringing myself low and considering you as more than important. That's the mind he wants us to have. In verse 4 he says, look not only to your own interests, but also to the interests of others. Very practically what it looks like is not just me thinking about what I've got on my plate or whatever difficulties I'm facing or whatever wants I have thinking about you and what you're facing and what you're dealing with and what you want.To flesh this out a little bit more, I just figured I'd share some of how this passage in this last week was hitting home for me. How the Spirit was working in my heart, convicting me and thinking this in verse 4. I really appreciate Paul's language of look because in life what happens is we've got our stuff that we're dealing with, whatever it is. Your alarm goes off, my alarm goes off. I wake up and I go to my job and I sit at my desk and do my work and tackle my problems. Then I come home and I've got my house and my family and I'm zoned in. It's something about us that we've got to take care of it. We're looking at the things we're doing, and we're just looking and we're doing and we're looking and we're doing and just locked in. What Paul wants us to see—this is why I found that language of look so helpful—is that if we take a moment to pause and look, I see there's more than me. I see there's more than what I'm facing and what I'm dealing with and what I'm working at. Now I'm beginning to see you. If I spend long enough looking, I'll start to see the else who has all the things that you're doing that you're working towards, that you're facing, that you're struggling with.This is why it's convicting for me, is that I'm very driven by accomplishing, by getting stuff done, but I should slow down. I hope to consider and look and see other people. Another thing that was striking in this passage is Paul doesn't say, don't just look to your own needs, but look to the needs of others. He says, don't just look to your own interests, but look to the interests of others. I think we might find it a little easy to wrap our heads around. Well, yeah, they have a need, so I'll help them meet a need that makes sense. But he just says their interests, what they have want for. That's true humility coming all the way down low, that I would consider what you want above what I want. This is the mind that Paul is wanting us to have and to share.As mentioned earlier, Paul has a lot of commendation for the church, but he really wants to push them to grow in this way. As I was trying to consider how we might be able to connect in our own context with what Paul is writing here, I was thinking about verse one, as he's writing about the encouragement that's there, the comfort that is there, the sympathy, the affection. I was beginning to think we might say something like, the Joneses, they're just good people. They're good people. Or you might say the Millers, they're just so nice, just decent people. We might use language like that. Genuinely, we're talking about good things. We're talking about them being respectful, cordial, nice, kind. They're genuinely wonderful good qualities about people and something that we should be. But Paul is trying to drive us into something deeper because remember, he's talking about a life that is worthy of belonging to the gospel of Jesus.I don't think it's enough that we could just be good people. It's not enough for me to just be decent. Even this morning as I'm here and I'm walking and I'm getting to shake all of your hands and meet you, I said, you don't know me. Maybe after you've had an interaction with me, you might think, oh, he's a decent fella. I haven't rubbed the wrong way. I think that's a perfectly fine thing. But I can do that and still be driven as a person by selfish ambition, I can do that and still be a person that is driven by conceit, that I would think more highly of myself, or that I could be a person that is really just mainly concerned with my own interests. So it's not enough. A life worthy of the gospel of Jesus in our mind must go beyond what are good things. We have to drive deeper into the faith that we have been called into. I would be thinking of other people as more important than myself. This is the mind of Christ. This is the mind that Paul wants us to live in as people who belong to Jesus. That word humility there is the perfect summation of what he is getting at, that I would be humble. That's the first category that Paul has for us of living a life worthy of the gospel of Jesus: that we would be of one mind, the one mind of Christ that is humble.Secondly, being of the same love. Paul talks about, he wants them to be of the same love. Pick back up in verse five.Have this mind among yourselves which is yours in Christ Jesus, who, though he was in the form of God, did not count equality with God a thing to be grasped.As mentioned already that this mind of humility belongs to Christ. Paul is about to explain here the depth of the humility of Jesus. Follow the journey of Christ as Paul has it outlined here. First we see that Jesus was in the form of God. Theologically, Jesus is God the Son, that our God exists as a triune God, he is three persons in one being, that he is God the Father, the Son and the Spirit, and Jesus is God the Son. We could have spent all morning just trying to talk about and tackle and understand what that means, and we still would just barely have scratched the surface of understanding it. But let's focus on what Paul is considering this morning along the lines of humility.Jesus has a claim to be God the man. Jesus who lived 2,000 years ago, a real person like you and I. He has a claim to the name of God that includes all the power, includes all the authority. In other scriptures we see that he's accredited with creation. He's the Creator, he's the Almighty, he's powerful, he's the Name above all names. He has the authority. Yet he, verse seven did not count—sorry, verse six did not count—equality with God, a thing to be grasped, but emptied himself by taking the form of a servant being born in the likeness of men. This is the beginning of the path of humility that Jesus takes. It starts with the mind of Christ here, right? He says, do not count equality with God a thing to be grasped. He does not think of his claim to the name of God as that which should be grabbed with triumphal assertion. As one commentator put it.I have a young son now. He's almost 10 months old and yesterday we got to play together and he has this little screwdriver chew toy thing to help him with teething or whatever. He was just holding on to it. He was just grasping onto it, super excited, super cute, and that's that idea of grasping onto it like it's the spoils of victory of war, that he's got this rubber little chew toy thing. When we think about the idea of Jesus having a claim to the name of God and that he didn't count it as something worth grasping to, what does he do? He put on the likeness of man that the Son of God eternal became like you and I. He had real skin, real bones. He had muscles that grew weary as the day went on. His mind grew hazy as tiredness began to set in, or maybe hunger, a stomach that growled when it was dinner time.I want to be clear here so I don't get myself into trouble when talking about this aspect of Jesus being in two natures, fully God and fully man. When Jesus put on flesh, he didn't in any way lose his status as God. Remember, he has full claim to it. But he still did put on flesh. He still was like you and I, weak. We've gotten to talk with some of you that are much further along in the journey than I am now. I'm sure you understand that, do you not? Body begins to be weak, gets to be harder to do things. Jesus was man, with times experienced weakness. We could have spent all morning just talking about this aspect of Jesus, and still we would have just barely scratched the surface of what it means. Let's continue on along the purpose of what Paul is talking about, outlining the path of Christ's humility.First, being found in human form. He humbled himself by becoming obedient to the point of death, even death on a cross. We have Jesus, who is the Son of God, eternal, creator, almighty, powerful. Then he takes on human frame like you and I, and he experiences life like you and I experience with weakness, with sadness, with tears, with difficulty. He also submits himself to obedience to the Father. We see this throughout the Gospel accounts that Jesus in his ministry submits to the will of God. See this most potently in the Gospel of John. Over and over again Jesus recounts, I do nothing of my own accord, but I do that which the Father has sent me to do. He lives in that way. Not only does he submit himself in obedience, he submits himself to death. Not only does he submit himself to death, but he submits himself to the most humiliating death. It was not honorable for him to hang on that tree. That was cursed man's death. That was the death that he went to go to.Do you see this path of humility? God eternal, Creator, Almighty, and he steps down into human form, and then he steps down into obedience, and then he steps down into death and into the humiliating death on the cross. At this point you might be thinking, did we start off this category by Paul talking about being of the same love? What does this have to do with love? That he whom for God so loved the world that he gave his only Son. This is the giving of the Son, that in humility he comes. This is the kind of love that Paul is calling us to live in, the giving completely of oneself. Remember, it starts in the mind, the humility to consider for a moment that somebody might actually be more important than me. Then it shows up in real life and then I actually give of myself to that person, whatever it might be, whoever it might be, in whatever situation it might be. This is the kind of love that we are called into.Think about First Corinthians 13, a very popular passage on love. It's patient, it's kind, doesn't envy, it doesn't boast, it's not proud, it's not arrogant. Selfishness and pride are the opposite side of this kind of love of bringing myself low and considering other people and loving and giving myself for them. This is what it looks like to live as citizens worthy of the gospel of Jesus, that I would love in a way that is giving of myself. Real love takes real sacrifice. It takes real giving. I love my wife and if I were to stand here and tell you not once have I ever had to give anything up for her, I hope you would look at me and say, you don't love your wife because it takes giving of myself—humility—to come low and to consider her interests above my own. If we never give up anything for the sake of our brothers and sisters in Christ, do we love them? Are we of this same love that Paul is talking about here, this love of Christ that gives himself up for the sake of others? This is what it looks like to be people of the same mind and the same love as Jesus, to live as somebody that's worthy of belonging to the gospel.That brings us to our third and final point being one in purpose. Continue on in verse nine.Therefore God has highly exalted him and bestowed on him the name that is above every name, so that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow in heaven and on earth, and under the earth, and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.The path of Christ's humility did not end in the grave, but Jesus rose victorious over death and over hell. Now at his name, because of his willingness to be humble and to submit himself to the Father and to submit himself to death, he now is risen and exalted above all things, risen and exalted above all names. So that at his name, every knee—your knee, my knee, the knees of all those who live around you in this area here, the knee of everybody who lives in my area—across the whole globe, across all time, in the grave, living and breathing in the spiritual realm, every knee will bow to the name of Jesus, our King. He is the King of the kingdom of the Gospel, and all will bow to him, and all glory will be due his name.This has everything to do with being of one purpose. This is the one purpose of our God, that all glory would be ascribed to him. Our purpose is to bring glory to him. When we are citizens of the gospel of Jesus, who we are and what we do is to be of that singular purpose and none other. Your glory, not my glory, not the glory of a city, not the glory of this country, of this world. The glory is to him because we are his people. What it looks like for us to live in that way is that we get to follow the same journey and trajectory as Jesus who humbled himself, that when we belong to him, we're called into the same life of coming low.Surely you all have experienced tumbling in your time. In those moments where you have been brought low, maybe it's for a purpose. Maybe it's not just random. Maybe it's not just bad luck. Maybe it's the Father trying to help us participate and join with Jesus so that our life could be worthy of the gospel of Christ. In those moments of weakness and being brought low, there is an opportunity for us to live in this way, to be people who would see others as more important than ourselves, just like Jesus did, to work and to live and to act for the interests of others, to love and to give of ourselves completely, and then ultimately and fully the same exact end result takes place. Glory to Jesus and not to ourselves.I think that the greatest danger for us who live in the time and the space that we do is that we would try to be comfortable and follow Jesus at the same time. We've been called into more than that; we belong to a different kingdom. While our cultural moment is pulling on every thread for us to terminate all things on ourselves, Jesus is calling us into something different and greater. If this morning you belong to him, that is the life that we are called into. A life of surrender to the gospel of Jesus.Maybe this morning you're thinking, yes, absolutely, that's what I want, live in that kind of life. If you think that what it's going to take is for you to walk out the doors and white-knuckle it, you're going to figure it out, you're going to change your mind, you're going to change the way you love, you're going to change the way you live, I would encourage you to look to Christ. The gospel is not about you doing and earning it. You can't. This life that Paul is talking about is not about earning anything. It's about living in what already is true, that Jesus in his humility really has rescued us and set us free from a life of selfishness. Do you know how destructive a life of selfishness is? It's so broken. But we can live into more. The gospel doesn't start at just us being set free, but his Spirit, the Spirit of the Almighty, the Spirit of the humble, comes to live within us and indwell us and empower us to live in this way. This is what it looks like for us to participate in this. As we sang earlier, how sweet it is to trust in Jesus, to trust him in this. Not to trust in our ability to execute this perfectly, but to trust in him and to come low into living this way.Let's pray, Father. We confess that we are too often drawn into a life of selfish ambition, where the things that flood our minds are the things that terminate on us. There's a possibility that we could live this life by just trying to be respectful or cordial or nice, decent. But you're calling us into something more and we want to participate in that. Father, would you fill us with your Spirit to live as people that are worthy of the gospel of Jesus and that our minds would be changed, we would look up and see other people and consider their interests, that we would think of them as more important than ourselves. Then that would call us even deeper into loving them, giving ourselves up for those that are around us, those that are sitting in this room, and that ultimately that would draw us into the purpose, the ultimate purpose of all glory being given to Jesus, of our life bowing down our knees coming low to worship Christ as king of the kingdom to which we belong. In Jesus name, amen.

Episode SummaryWhat if you stopped living in fear, stopped buying the story you've been fed, and actually designed the life you want — on purpose?In this episode, Rodric sits down with Dennis Meador (DM), a lifelong entrepreneur who now lives on an island in San Pedro, Belize, running a seven-figure business largely from his laptop.Dennis has been in marketing for 30+ years, with over 22 years focused on the legal industry, and has built multiple businesses that don't require him to be in the office, the country, or even the same continent.They dig into:How DM went from mowing lawns at 14 to building multi-million-dollar marketing machinesWhy he stopped consuming mainstream media during the pandemic and never went backThe truth about nomadic living (hint: it's often cheaper than your current life)The mindset shift from “it must be nice for you” to “why not me?”Burnout, breakdown, and how he rebuilt his life around pace, purpose, and presenceIf you've ever thought “I'd love to live abroad / travel more / work from anywhere, but it's impossible for me,” this episode is for you.

Send us a textSome people are still "jonesen" to keep up with the Joneses. They will continue to want and miss out on their purpose in life. Grasshopper Notes are the writings from America's Best Known Hypnotherapist John Morgan. His podcasts contain his most responded to essays and blog posts from the past two decades.  Find the written versions of these podcasts on John's podcasting site: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1628038"The Grasshopper" is the part of you that whispers pearls of wisdom that  seem to pop into your mind from out of the blue. John's essays and blog posts are his interpretations of these "Nips of Nectar." Others have labeled his writings as timeless wisdom.  Most of the John's writings revolve around self improvement and self help. They address topics like: • Mindfulness• Peace of mind• Creativity• How to stay in the present moment• Spirituality• Behavior improvementAnd stories that transform you to a wider sense of awareness that presents more options. And isn't that what we all want, more options?  John uploads these podcasts on a regular basis. So check back often to hear these podcasts heard around the world. Who wants to be the next person to change?  Make sure to order a copy of John's new book: WISDOM OF THE GRASSHOPPER – 21 Days to Creativity. These mini-meditations take you inside where all your creative resources live. And you'll come out not only refreshed but recommitted to creating your future.  It's only $16.95 and available at BLURB.COM at the link below. https://www.blurb.com/b/10239673-wisd...Also, download John's FREE book INTER RUPTION: The Magic Key To Lasting Change. It's available at John's website  https://GrasshopperNotes.com

Are you tired of running a race you never signed up for?In this episode of Bacon Bits with Master Happiness, host Marty Jalove sits down with wealth management expert Derek Hartmann to tackle the age-old trap of "Keeping Up with the Joneses." But let's be real—the Joneses aren't just next door anymore. They are in your pocket, on your feed, and living rent-free in your head.Marty and Derek dive deep into why comparison is the thief of joy and how it bleeds into our bank accounts, our careers, and our peace of mind. From the financial quicksand of performative spending to the "imposter trap" at work, they unpack the high cost of chasing someone else's definition of success.But we aren't just serving up problems; we're bringing home the BACON. Marty breaks down his transformative 5-step framework to help you stop comparing and start living authentically:Baseline: Define what you actually want.Audit: Clean up your mental and digital inputs.Celebrate: Learn to find genuine joy in others' success.Own: Embrace your unique lane and journey.Nurture: Use gratitude as a shield against envy.Tune in for a candid conversation filled with personal stories, financial wisdom, and the motivation you need to step off the treadmill of comparison. It's time to find your own flavor of happiness.Ready to sizzle with purpose? Hit play and let's get cooking!Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you enjoyed the show!www.MasterHappiness.comwww.WhatsYourBacon.comwww.BaconBitsRadio.com

And we don't care to keep up with the Joneses!!

RECORDED JANUARY 9, 2026I'm hitting the road to Austin for an anime convention, but the Dallas Cowboys' search for a new Defensive Coordinator is just getting started! After the recent press conference featuring Jerry Jones, Stephen Jones, and Brian Schottenheimer, and the announcement of who the Cowboys requested to speak to, one name stands out as the clear favorite: Jim Leonhard.In this "on-the-go" livestream, I break down why Leonhard's background as a 10-season undrafted safety makes him the "diamond in the rough" whisperer the Cowboys need right now. We also dive into the shifting culture in the locker room and why the defense is starting to set the tone for the entire team.(0:00) - Intro(1:04) - Schotty and the Joneses described what they were looking for in a defensive coordinator(2:49) - Cowboys DC candidates better have a vision and plan(3:49) - Jim Leonhard can identify quality defensive backs(5:18) - Jim Loenhard believes in fitting scheme to personnel(7:36) - The changing culture of the Dallas Cowboys and where Jim Leonhard fits(14:29) - Jerry Jones admits Jourdan Lewis is the nickel who got away(25:27) - Recap of the 3 reasons Jim Leonhard is a good fit for Cowboys defensive coordinatorIn this episode, we discuss:✭Player Development: Why Jim Leonard's history is exactly what our defensive backs need.✭Scheme vs. Personnel: Fixing the mistakes of the past and fitting the system to the talent we actually have (Kenny Clark, Quinnen Williams, and Osa Odighizuwa).✭The Culture Shift: Why Schottenheimer's comments about leadership point toward a "grittier" defensive-led locker room.✭Jerry's Admissions: Breaking down Jerry Jones' surprising comments on Jordan Lewis and past roster moves.Are you Team Jim Leonard, or do you have someone else in mind? Let me know your thoughts in the comments!

In this episode, I'm helping you kick off 2026 by reflecting on financial habits that pave the way for a successful retirement. As we set our goals for the year ahead, I share the four key traits I've observed in successful retirees, drawn from years of experience working with people from all walks of life. You'll hear practical advice on how to work hard and invest consistently, the importance of living within your means, and ways to avoid common investment pitfalls that can derail your progress. Whether you're just starting your retirement planning or fine-tuning your financial strategy, this episode is full of actionable tips to help you improve your financial life in 2026. If you're ready to take charge of your future and put a solid plan in place, this episode is a must-listen. You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in... 00:00 Retirement success traits revealed. 05:29 Budgeting for financial growth. 07:49 Invest simply and consistently. 10:36 Improve and grow net worth. 13:38 Keep an eye on your net worth. Four Habits of Highly Successful Retirees There's no magic bullet to achieving a comfortable retirement. Many successful retirees weren't born into wealth; in fact, about 80% of millionaires started with little and built their nest eggs from scratch. The through-line is diligence and perseverance. A powerful habit among this group is paying themselves first. Rather than saving what's left at the end of the month, successful retirees set aside a portion of their income before budgeting for other expenses. Many automate investments into employer-sponsored retirement accounts or other savings vehicles. This intentionality ensures that the priority remains on building wealth, not just sustaining a lifestyle. Budgeting plays an essential role here. I recommend reviewing your annual spending, categorizing transactions, and identifying excesses. Small changes can help you free up cash for investments and debt reduction. If you struggle with credit card overspending, consider switching to cash or debit cards, which make it easier to visualize your available funds and stay disciplined. There's also a growing temptation to "keep up with the Joneses," especially when social media showcases other people's amazing vacations! Appearances can be deceiving, you never know whether your neighbours are deeply in debt despite flashy photos. The key is to focus on your own financial journey, not someone else's highlight reel. Keep Your Investments Simple Despite the barrage of complex investment themes and "get rich quick" schemes circulating online, the most effective investors stick to the basics. Avoid speculative strategies like day trading, option contracts, and penny stocks for the bulk of your portfolio. These approaches can lead to significant losses, or even financial ruin. Successful retirees typically lean on a diversified, straightforward mix of investments: blue-chip stocks, index funds, bonds, and some real estate. A simple, repeatable investment plan not only reduces stress but also reduces the chance of costly errors. If an investment sounds complicated or "too good to be true," it likely isn't the right tool for you. Track Your Net Worth, Every Year A great habit to get into is consistently tracking your net worth. For example, every year, I  take inventory and value all of my assets, subtract any liabilities, and calculate my own net worth. This exercise isn't just about patting myself on the back, it's an important annual check-in on financial progress which helps me course-correct if I'm getting off track. If you discover stagnant or shrinking net worth, it's a signal to look at spending, debt, or investment choices. For those carrying high-interest debt (over 6–7%), prioritizing repayment can yield safer and higher "returns" than most investments. Even in retirement, monitoring net worth is vital. Spending down savings is natural, but keeping an eye on the pace ensures your money lasts as long as you need it to. Take Action Today Successful retirees don't wait for luck or windfalls, they put in the work, invest with discipline, stay clear of fads, and track their progress. Start by reviewing your own budget and net worth, and set realistic, meaningful goals for the year ahead. Your future self will thank you. Resources Mentioned Retirement Readiness Review Subscribe to the Retire with Ryan YouTube Channel Download my entire book for FREE Budget Worksheet Net Worth Spreadsheet Connect With Morrissey Wealth Management  www.MorrisseyWealthManagement.com/contact   Subscribe to Retire With Ryan

Reflecting on his own journey over the last 27 years, Neil explores why many hard-working, intelligent people remain just ‘one paycheck away from financial trouble'. He breaks down the eight specific reasons why individuals struggle to accumulate wealth - ranging from capped income and risk aversion to the often-overlooked power of compounding and the impact of one's environment. KEY TAKEAWAYS Most people trade time for money, which inherently limits earnings. Wealth is built through assets that pay you while you sleep, such as intellectual property, investments, or rental income. Building wealth requires a rare mix of risk tolerance and timing. Neil suggests mitigating the downside while working tirelessly to maximise the upside of any venture. Wealth growth is a slow, steady process that accelerates over time. Many people quit before the "miracle" of compounding has a chance to take effect. You are the product of the people you spend time with. If your inner circle doesn't understand or respect money, it is significantly harder to break out of poor financial habits. As income rises, spending often follows. To build wealth, one must avoid "keeping up with the Joneses" and instead live within one's means to invest the surplus. BEST MOMENTS "Money is the silent applause for a job well done, and it's the store of the value I've provided." "Figure out a way you can get paid while you sleep." "Get comfortable being disliked by people. The people who will call you obsessive will fade into the rear view mirror of your life." "Don't spend money you don't have to buy things you don't need to impress people who don't matter." "The regrets of the dying tend to be the things they didn't do, not the things they did." VALUABLE RESOURCES www.Neilcowmeadow.com info@neilcowmeadow.com HOST BIO Neil Cowmeadow is a maverick peripatetic guitar teacher from Telford with over 19 years' experience in the business of helping people. Learn how to start, grow and love your business with Neil's invaluable advice and tips without the buzzwords and BS! This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/

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Feeling anxious, overwhelmed, and stuck in a financial storm that never seems to end? In this episode of Chasing Happiness, Ryan shares openly about his own money struggles, the stress of putting every extra dollar into the business, and what it's like to feel late on bills and alone in the fight.​He talks about chasing the Joneses, buying things on credit, and the realization that “stuff” never brings lasting happiness—then contrasts that with the peace that comes from faith, gratitude, and remembering what God has already provided: health, family, a roof, food, and the gift of Jesus at Christmas.​You'll hear how daily time in the Bible, learning what true peace really is, and trusting that God is in the boat during the storm (not promising an easy life, but promising His presence) has changed how he handles anxiety, pressure, and uncertainty.​If you're in a storm—financial, relational, or health-related—this episode is for you. Hit follow, leave a rating or review, and share this with someone who needs a reminder that they're not alone in what they're walking through.​

We are continuing the Debt Identity Series, and today we are talking about The Status Keeper, the identity most people never realize they have.This identify is sneaky because you tell yourself you don't spend “extravagantly” because you don't drive a luxury car, you're not buying designer bags, and you're not chasing labels. So when you hear “keeping up with the Joneses,” you know that's not you because you don't drive a Bentley. But the truth is, Status Keeper debt has nothing to do with materialism and everything to do with subtle, socially accepted spending habits.If you say yes to the girls' trips, the concerts, the spa days, the quick getaways, and the “why not” dinners because you deserve it, this episode is for you.These purchases do not feel big or irresponsible, but they add up.And even though you can likely pay off your credit card at any time, you find yourself right back in debt because the root cause has never been addressed.This episode breaks down why Status Keeper spending is driven by: • emotional justification • fake math • unconscious lifestyle choices • values that unintentionally override your real financial goalsYou will learn how everyday “yeses” cost you thousands each year and how to shift out of this identity with awareness, trade offs, and a healthier relationship with saving.Listen in to learn:[00:45] Why Status Keeper spending doesn't look like overspending[02:10] How “I deserve this” thinking fuels lifestyle debt[03:40] How fake math justifies small but frequent purchases[05:55] Why savings feels restrictive and swiping feels like freedom[07:50] The real annual cost of trips, concerts, dining out, massages[08:25] What “experience spending” is actually costing you[10:15] Six questions every Status Keeper must answer on paper[13:25] How one simple trade off can free up thousands[17:10] Why saving is not a no, saving is a future yes[21:10] How identity awareness helps you finally stay out of debtTune into this episode of Money Files to uncover the real reason you keep returning to credit card debt, and learn how to align your spending with the goals that matter most.Get full show notes and the episode transcript: https://wealthovernow.com/debt-identity-series-the-status-keepers-hidden-spending-trap/ Links mentioned in this episode…Set up a call | Financial Coach Washington, DC | Wealth Over NowDownload my FREE spending plan

Hi friend — welcome back to The Habit Within! I'm Camille Kinzler, and today's episode is one of my favorite kinds of conversations — the kind that seems simple on the surface, but actually changes the way you see your life.We talk a lot about food, supplements, habits, and routines… but what if one of the most powerful influences on your health isn't what you're doing — it's who you're doing life with?In this episode, I explore how the people you surround yourself with don't just shape your mindset or behavior — they literally shape your biology. Through the lens of epigenetics, nervous system regulation, and lived experience, we'll look at how proximity, conversations, and emotional environments quietly influence your energy, hormones, and resilience.In this episode, I share:A sweet listener story about staying grounded during busy seasons — and why small, shared rituals matterThe simple “broccoli for breakfast” moment that perfectly illustrates the power of proximityWhy we naturally absorb the habits, language, and rhythms of the people around usHow relationships influence gene expression through epigenetics (think dimmer switches, not destiny)The role of co-regulation — and why calm, grounded people teach your nervous system how to respond to the worldWhy “keeping up with the Joneses” can be nourishing when we choose the right JonesesHow to notice who you gravitate toward in social settings — and what that reveals about your internal stateThe difference between growth rooted in self-judgment versus growth rooted in curiosity and playA gentle invitation to seek out relationships that support who you're becomingThis episode isn't about cutting people out of your life or forcing change. It's about awareness. Because when you understand how deeply your environment shapes you, you get to choose proximity with intention — and that choice can quietly transform your health, your energy, and your joy.Big TakeawaysYour relationships influence your nervous system, hormones, and gene expression.Growth happens through proximity — often without effort or force.Calm, regulated people help your body learn safety and ease.Curiosity-based growth creates expansion; shame-based growth creates pressure.Small exposures can create big shifts over time.I'd love to hear from youWho in your life helps you feel calmer, lighter, more yourself?Reach out to them this week — or send me a message and tell me what this episode stirred in you.If you're tired of feeling exhausted, irritable, moody, and just not like yourself, schedule a free 30-minute consultation so I can help you feel like YOU again Fill out this brief form (2 min) to schedule a free 30-minute call. Love the show? Leave a 5-star review, and let me know what hit home for you. Find me on Instagram @camille_kinzler and leave me a DM!

When God feels silent, it can seem like your prayers are bouncing off the ceiling and your storm will never end. In this episode of Chasing Happiness, Ryan talks openly about seasons when God goes quiet and what that silence might actually mean for your heart, your habits, and your relationship with money and stuff.​​He shares:Why storms are often meant to change you from the inside out, not just change your circumstances.How impatience, anxiety, and chasing promotions, toys, and credit cards can keep you stuck.The journey from keeping up with the Joneses to wanting zero debt, a strong cash cushion, and a generous life.Practical ways to walk through a “quiet” season with God: Scripture, journaling, walking, tithing, and choosing to trust His timing over your own.​​If you're in a storm, feel like God has gone silent, or are trying to let go of old patterns with money and identity, this conversation is for you.If this episode spoke to you, please follow the show, leave a rating or review, and share it with someone else who's in a quiet season with God. Your share might be exactly what they need today.

From the recruiting trail to the diamond to the hardwood, it's all about the "haves and the have-nots" in the Valley right now. On today's The Valley Verdict, we analyze how local leaders are using their power to move their programs forward.In this episode:The Bregman Buzz: We dive into the reports of "mutual interest" between the Diamondbacks and All-Star Alex Bregman. Is this the splash Arizona needs, and what does it mean for the current roster?Dillingham's Masterclass: We break down the Kenny Dillingham/Michigan saga. We analyze how Dillingham is using the coaching rumors as leverage for his staff and the ASU program, specifically his comments on college football being a game of "haves and have-nots" and the necessity of "keeping up with the Joneses."Suns Identity Reset: We revisit the frustrating loss to the Lakers and discuss how the Suns must move past the officiating. We look ahead to the Warriors matchup and explain why the team has to find a way to get back to their specific style of play to win.Don't miss our breakdown of how the Valley's biggest names are playing the leverage game! Subscribe to The Valley Verdict and follow us on Facebook [@thevalleyverdict], Instagram [@thevalleyverdictpodcast], and YouTube [@thevalleyverdict] for more analysis.

Watch us on YouTube!  https://youtu.be/pMVKHD30HaYWhat has happened to 'the most wonderful time of the year'?  Have we let culture, social media and 'keeping up with the Joneses' distract us from the most significant event in history?  How did we get to this point?  The guys break it down.  #joerogan #podcast #mensministry #christianliving #biblestudy #cussing #charliekirk #joerogan #jasonwhitlock #fearless #menshealth #christianliving #vincevaughn #timtebow #christianmotivation #churchmemes #mensministry #promiskeepers #timtebow #patrickbetdavid #charliekirk

12 - We kick off Tuesday with everyone's favorite CNN pundit, Scott Jennings! Why has he drawn the ire of Catherine Zeta-Jones and her “old” husband? What was something Scott was thankful for? What was interviewing Elon Musk like? Is there trouble within the Republican Party? Why do we have to forcefully debate and push back on name calling on words like “nazi”? 1215 - Side - associated with Appalchia 1220 - Does the US have an assimilation problem? What should be done about groups exploiting our government? 1230 - Should we be allowed to torture? Why the sudden change? Your calls. 1240 - Why do some of our leaders hate our country so much? 1250 - Dom's thoughts to end the hour.

Aliyah isn't just a flight and a moving truck.It's a total reset of how you think about parnassah, gashmiyus, bitachon, and what “quality of life” actually means.In this episode, I sit down with Eli Freedman, founder of Cork & Cellar Wine Club, to talk about what it really takes to move to Israel and stay – spiritually, emotionally, and financially.Eli shares how he:Went from Boston → Wall Street → Montreal → Beit ShemeshHad zero interest in Aliyah… until COVID, a grandchild in Israel, and a breaking point in CanadaSold his house and business with no Plan B so he couldn't run backWent through the “Eretz Yisrael car wash” – a painful but powerful reset of his gashmiyus and bitachonRebuilt his career from scratch, launching Cork & Cellar, a boutique Israeli wine club for U.S. customersFound a real rav and kehillah after years of feeling disconnectedBuilt a serious morning learning seder and finished Shas multiple times while running a businessWe also talk about:Why you must come with a realistic parnassah plan – and still expect it to breakThe mindset shift from “keeping up with the Joneses” to “being happy with less but living with more”How living in Eretz Yisrael forces you to actually use your emunah and bitachon, not just talk about themThe balance between enjoying good wine and not turning gashmiyus into your ikarAbout our guest:Eli Freedman is the founder of Cork & Cellar Wine Club, connecting small Israeli wineries with wine lovers in the U.S., and helping boutique winemakers who would never make it to American shelves. He lives in Beit Shemesh with his family.If this episode gave you chizuk or clarity about Aliyah and mindset,please follow Shtark Tank, leave a rating, and share it with a friend who's thinking about moving to Israel.

You're in a storm. It's Thanksgiving week. And you're asking yourself: "What am I supposed to be thankful for?"In this deeply personal Thanksgiving episode, I share three daily practices that eliminate anxiety, the brutal truth about chasing material things, and why your current storm might be exactly what you need to become who you're meant to be.

Holotropic Breathwork sits at the center of this wide ranging conversation between Psychedelics Today co-founders Joe Moore and Kyle Buller. Drawing from decades of personal practice and assorted types of breathwork facilitation, they explore how breathwork methods from the Grof lineage including Dreamshadow Breathwork can prepare people for psychedelic work, support difficult journeys, and deepen integration over time. Kyle shares how his near death experience, somatic training, and breathwork facilitation shaped this new course on breathwork foundations, while Joe reflects on how reading Dr Stanislav Grof and years of experience in Holotropic Breathwork changed how he approaches psychedelics. Early Themes: Roots, Lineages, and First Encounters The episode opens with how each of them first found breathwork. Joe discovered Grof's writing in college, then traveled to Dreamshadow workshops long before he worked seriously with psychedelics. Kyle came to Holotropic style breathwork while studying transpersonal psychology at Burlington College, arriving as a skeptic who assumed people were exaggerating until his first session opened into a full psychedelic level process. They trace the roots of breathwork in modern psychology back to Wilhelm Reich, character armor, and early somatic approaches, then follow that thread into Grof's work and later branches. Joe and Kyle map out the different schools that emerged, including Grof Transpersonal Training, Grof Legacy Training, and Dreamshadow, and explain why the term "breathwork" has become a huge umbrella that covers everything from Wim Hof to short online sessions that are not actually Holotropic Breathwork. Core Insights: Breath, Nervous System, and Working the Edges In the middle of the episode they move into what this new foundations course actually covers and why it matters now. Rather than promising quick fixes, Kyle frames breath as a flexible tool for: Preparation before psychedelic sessions Navigation during intense or destabilizing moments Integration and nervous system support afterward They discuss window of tolerance, fight flight freeze responses, and how fast, deep breathing can open powerful experiences but also risk overwhelm if there is no somatic literacy. Kyle shares a vivid story from a ketamine training where his near death trauma was reactivated and how simple breath awareness, slow belly breathing, and body based skills kept him from panicking or fleeing. Throughout, they return to a key point: Holotropic Breathwork and related practices can restore agency. The breather chooses when to intensify, when to slow down, and how far to go, which can be deeply reparative for people whose trauma involved a loss of control. Later Discussion and Takeaways: Holotropic Breathwork as Foundation, Not Shortcut Later in the conversation, Joe and Kyle caution against "keeping up with the Joneses" in psychedelic culture. They talk about people chasing ever bigger doses, accruing trauma, and then needing years of therapy to sort it out. Breathwork, including Holotropic Breathwork in a well held group setting, is offered as a slower, more grounded way to explore non ordinary states while building skills that transfer into medicine work. They outline the core components of Grof lineage breathwork: intensified breathing, evocative music, focused body support, expressive art, and group sharing in a safe container. Joe highlights how group process, mandala drawing, and simply being witnessed can be as healing as the inner journey itself. They also flag practical next steps: Kyle's self paced breathwork foundations course at the Psychedelic Education Center, upcoming live online sessions, and in person weekend workshops in places like Breckenridge. Frequently Asked Questions What is Holotropic Breathwork? Holotropic Breathwork is a structured group process developed by Stan and Christina Grof that uses accelerated breathing, evocative music, supportive bodywork, art, and integration sharing to access non ordinary states of consciousness without substances. Is Holotropic Breathwork as intense as psychedelics? For some people, yes. Joe and Kyle both describe Holotropic Breathwork sessions that matched the depth of powerful LSD or ayahuasca journeys, while also noting that some sessions are quiet, restful, and focused on simple nervous system regulation. Can I do Holotropic Breathwork alone at home? They strongly suggest caution. Gentle breath practices can be explored solo, but Holotropic Breathwork as taught in the Grof lineages is designed for a trained facilitation team and a group container to reduce risk and support intense emotional or somatic processes. How does Holotropic Breathwork help with psychedelic preparation and integration? Breathwork helps people learn their own nervous system, practice staying with difficult material, and build trust in inner process. These skills often translate into more resilience, flexibility, and agency before, during, and after psychedelic sessions. Is Holotropic Breathwork backed by research? Research on breathwork is growing, especially around heart rate variability, stress, and subjective mystical type experiences. Joe and Kyle emphasize that early studies suggest overlaps with psychedelic states, but they avoid framing Holotropic Breathwork as a cure and instead present it as a powerful tool within a broader healing path. In a culture that often treats psychedelics like quick fixes, this episode makes the case for slow foundations, embodied practice, and honest respect for the risks. By placing Holotropic Breathwork and the other Grof lineage breathwork practices inside a larger conversation about trauma, agency, and community, Joe and Kyle offer a grounded path for anyone who wants to explore non ordinary states in a safer, more skillful way. Learn more about breathwork in the Foundations class here.

Nine Mistakes Wealthy People Make Episode 359 – A few weeks ago we took an in-depth look at some of the things wealthy people understand that the rest of us tend to miss. Today, we'll take a look at the opposite: some financial mistakes that even wealthy people tend to make, and how we can help avoid them. More SML Planning Minute Podcast Episodes Transcript of Podcast Episode 359 Hello, this is Bill Rainaldi, with another edition of Security Mutual's SML Planning Minute. In today's episode: nine mistakes wealthy people make. A few weeks ago, we took an in-depth look at some of the things affluent people understand that the rest of us seem to miss. But even successful, well-educated people do some dumb things. Today, we'll cover the exact opposite of what we did before: some financial mistakes that even wealthy people tend to make. Here are nine of them: Putting too much money into a single investment. Diversification is one of the cardinal rules of investing, but many wealthy people tend to break it. And it's understandable why. So many of the ultra-rich became that way by starting, or investing in, just one or a handful of companies. Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos are great examples of this. At some point, putting too much money into a single investment just creates unnecessary risk. Some employees at companies like Enron and Lehman Brothers put all their retirement savings in their company stock. It worked spectacularly—for a while—but it eventually became almost worthless in a very short time. [1] Very few investors enjoy the measure of success that Musk and Bezos experienced. They can be underinsured. It doesn't really matter how wealthy you are, people make mistakes with their insurance across the board. If you don't have enough homeowner's insurance, it could end up costing you millions if you live in a valuable home.[2] And if you're concerned about your children and grandchildren, life insurance can be an important and efficient way to transfer your wealth to future generations. They have too much personal real estate. Some wealthy people tend to have too many expensive homes in remote places that they rarely visit. And they can be a significant cash drain. If you don't use the place frequently, it may not be worth holding onto it. If you want to vacation in some unusual places, sometimes it may be better to rent.[3] Or if you insist on keeping the place, maybe you should consider renting it out when you're not using it. Trying to keep up with their peers. It's human nature, and the wealthy aren't exempt from keeping up with the Joneses. When we see our friends living it up, it tends to make us want to do the same. And if we're not careful, it could mean significantly less savings and too much debt.[4] Lack of liquidity. Private equity is all the rage these days, but there's a downside. Some people tend to be too optimistic when they buy into illiquid assets. The fact is that for a variety of reasons, most of them don't work out, even if it seems like a great idea. And if it doesn't work out, it can be a drag on your finances for years.[5] Fear of missing out, or “FOMO.” It seems that no one is exempt from this. Believe it or not, a recent study suggested that the wealthy are actually among the worst offenders.[6] Rich people may think they know better than the average investor. But they can be just as susceptible to media hype and/or greed. It pays to keep a long-term perspective and remember the fundamentals. Neglecting estate planning. What do Howard Hughes, Prince, Sonny Bono and Pablo Picasso have in common? They all died with a lot of money but without a will.[7] It seems that the wealthy should all have done at least some rudimentary estate planning. But that's not always the case.Whether you have a lot of money or not, you probably want to make sure it goes to the people or charitable organizations you care the most about. But if you don't have an estate plan, you give up your right to decide these things. And it's not just a will. It can be a succession plan for your business or an advance medical directive.[8] Lifestyle creep. There is a tendency among the wealthy: the more you make, the more you end up spending on things like travel, fancy meals and transportation. There are so many examples of people—such as Michael Jackson or Lindsay Lohan—who overdid it and paid the price later on. The truth is that it's easy to increase your lifestyle, but once you're there, it's much harder to bring it back down. If you're not careful, spending habits can become unsustainable for just about anybody.[9] Not understanding that wealth is about more than money. Newsflash: some of the richest people in the world are terribly unhappy. In the words of author Riley Clendenin, “True financial success isn't just about accumulating wealth—it's about using money as a tool to build a meaningful, balanced life. The smartest investors understand that their financial portfolio is only one part of their overall wealth, and they invest just as much in their health, personal growth, and happiness as they do in their bank accounts.”[10] The ultra-wealthy certainly have the benefit of a bigger cushion when they make a financial error. And they all make mistakes, some big, some little. But the rest of us can also learn something from the errors that wealthy people tend to make, and how to avoid them. [1] Clendenin, Riley. “Millionaire Blunders—13 Costly Mistakes Even Wealthy Investors Make.” Msn.com. https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/investment/millionaire-blunders-13-costly-mistakes-even-wealthy-investors-make/ss-AA1BaDTO#image=3 (accessed October 22, 2025). [2] Maranjian, Selena. “7 Financial and Retirement Mistakes Even the Wealthy Make.” fool.com. https://www.fool.com/retirement/2024/04/28/7-financial-mistakes-even-the-wealthy-make/ (accessed October 22, 2025). [3] Sergeant, Jacqueline. “The Mistakes Rich People Make–And How To Avoid Them.” www.fa-mag.com. https://www.fa-mag.com/news/how-to-avoid-these-common-mistakes-of-the-wealthy-83682.html (accessed October 22, 2025). [4] Maranjian, Selena. “7 Financial and Retirement Mistakes Even the Wealthy Make.” fool.com. https://www.fool.com/retirement/2024/04/28/7-financial-mistakes-even-the-wealthy-make/ (accessed October 22, 2025). [5] Sergeant, Jacqueline. “The Mistakes Rich People Make–And How To Avoid Them.” fa-mag.com. https://www.fa-mag.com/news/how-to-avoid-these-common-mistakes-of-the-wealthy-83682.html (accessed October 22, 2025). [6] Clendenin, Riley. “Millionaire Blunders—13 Costly Mistakes Even Wealthy Investors Make.” Msn.com. https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/investment/millionaire-blunders-13-costly-mistakes-even-wealthy-investors-make/ss-AA1BaDTO#image=3 (accessed October 22, 2025). [7] Phillips Erb, Kelly. “17 Famous People Who Died Without A Will.” Forbes.com. https://www.forbes.com/sites/kellyphillipserb/2016/04/27/17-famous-people-who-died-without-a-will/ accessed October 22, 2025). [8] Maranjian, Selena. “7 Financial and Retirement Mistakes Even the Wealthy Make.” fool.com. https://www.fool.com/retirement/2024/04/28/7-financial-mistakes-even-the-wealthy-make/ (accessed October 22, 2025). [9] Sergeant, Jacqueline. “The Mistakes Rich People Make–And How To Avoid Them.” fa-mag.com. https://www.fa-mag.com/news/how-to-avoid-these-common-mistakes-of-the-wealthy-83682.html (accessed October 22, 2025). [10] Clendenin, Riley. “Millionaire Blunders—13 Costly Mistakes Even Wealthy Investors Make.” Msn.com. https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/investment/millionaire-blunders-13-costly-mistakes-even-wealthy-investors-make/ss-AA1BaDTO#image=3 (accessed October 22, 2025). More SML Planning Minute Podcast Episodes This podcast is brought to you by Security Mutual Life Insurance Company of New York, The Company That Cares®. The content provided is intended for educational and informational purposes only. Information is provided in good faith. However, the Company makes no representation or warranty of any kind regarding the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of the information. The information presented is designed to provide general information regarding the subject matter covered. 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An Attitude of Gratitude Philippians 4:6-7 In this world of keeping up appearances and keeping up with the Joneses, it can be easy to fall into the trap of focusing on what we don't have. This isn't God's will for us for when we live like that, we're never content, never at peace and never grateful. But God wants something different for His children. He wants us to be a people who are grateful and thankful for all He has provided for us. Paul writes this. 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus. As Christians, we have a Good Father who loves us and blesses us beyond measure. When we choose to count our many blessings, what we're really choosing is to be grateful, to be thankful and to walk in humility. And this pleases the Lord, in fact, He promises that when we choose gratitude that He will guard our hearts and our minds in Christ Jesus and fill us with peace from heaven. Glory Hallelujah! So beloved, this day and every day may you choose to have an attitude of gratitude. I love y'alldoug 

Guitarist/singer Jeff Drake of The Joneses, and author of the book Guilty! My Life in The Joneses, A Heroin Addict, A Bank Robber & A Federal Inmate, comes on the Goldmine Podcast's The Dollar Bin to talk about vintage records (specifically punk compilations and rock bootlegs) and the L.A. scene in the early '80s. Drake talks about performing with professional skateboarder Steve Olson, and he also explains that The Joneses were thought of as a punk band except for anybody who was a punk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us a textIn this episode: Keeping Up with the Joneses; Dopamine is Dope; 1 Timothy 6:6-7 Thanks for listening! Check us out on Instagram @made_ya_smile_podcast and Facebook @skitzychicks. Jesus loves you, you can't mess that up!

Ben Maller talks about whether or not Daniel Jones has shown enough to be the Colts "franchise" QB, Bears WR Rome Odunze saying that his father's social media posts ripping the Bears are his prerogative, Coop's Scoop on Entertainment, Sports Jeopardy, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

LISTEN and SUBSCRIBE on:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/watchdog-on-wall-street-with-chris-markowski/id570687608 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2PtgPvJvqc2gkpGIkNMR5i WATCH and SUBSCRIBE on:https://www.youtube.com/@WatchdogOnWallstreet/featured  At Markowski Investments, we take pride in helping real people build real wealth — not just the already-rich behind velvet ropes. But there's one group we can't help: folks who refuse to help themselves. In this candid segment, we break down the harsh reality of “fake wealth” culture — Instagram lifestyles funded by crushing credit card debt — and why no investment strategy can beat a 27% APR hole you keep digging.If you're serious about financial independence, it starts with discipline, sacrifice, and ditching the need to impress the Joneses. Tough love? Absolutely. But wealth doesn't come from looking rich — it comes from doing the hard things no one else wants to do.

Comparing your home is the first step into the game of trying to keep up with the Joneses. In this talk, I share why you should not compare your home with other people's homes. CONQUER SHYNESS

You're not stuck because your strategy is wrong. You're stuck because you can't stop looking at what everyone else is doing. I was at a business retreat last week with some incredible seven and eight-figure entrepreneurs, and this theme kept coming up in our conversations: how do we actually stay distraction-free in this hyper-connected world? In this episode, I'm sharing what came out of those conversations and why it might be exactly what you need to hear as we head into Q4.I dive into why keeping up with the Joneses is honestly the biggest thing sabotaging our business growth, especially for those of us in the coaching and consulting space. That constant stream of everyone else's strategies and successes triggers fear, doubt and inadequacy that stops us from executing on what we already know works. I share the practical boundaries and systems I've put in place to manage this, including the specific tools I use to stay offline and how I've become really intentional about when and how I consume content. Plus, I share some brilliant approaches from other entrepreneurs who've cracked this code.We also talk about why letting your data guide your decisions, rather than the latest trend on your feed, is absolutely crucial for Q4 success. When you're not constantly second-guessing yourself based on what someone else is doing, you have so much more mental bandwidth for the work that actually moves the needle. This conversation will help you think about what boundaries you need to create a distraction-free environment that lets your strategies actually flourish in this final quarter.Connect with Ellie: Doors are NOW OPEN for The Mastermind Model ellieswift.com/model  Apply for the Scalable Freedom Mastermind hereFREE Private Podcast “Inside a 7-Figure Mastermind Business” hereWebsite:         https://www.ellieswift.com/Instagram:     @elliehswiftFacebook Group:     www.facebook.com/groups/shineonsocialellieswift/

2 - Soldiers are now lining up with their families at food banks because they are still not getting paid during this shutdown. Matt Rooney gives an update on vote monitoring in Passaic County. 205 - Your calls. 215 - Dom's Money Melody! 225 - Discussing the Democrat stranglehold in places locally, New York, and in Virginia and if staying blue is really the answer for these struggling communities. What is the one nagging issue dragging down candidates? 235 - What is the demographic breakdown of our leading secondary schools this fall? 250 - The Lightning Round!

Have you ever wondered why you buy what you buy?  There are so many reasons under the surface for our purchases from social status to taking care of our future selves. I have the perfect guest to help break down these spending thoughts for us.  Dr. Michael Barbera, associate professor of marketing at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke, explores the fascinating world of "Costco therapy" and the deeper psychology behind our shopping habits. Mike and I delve into what truly drives us to fill our carts—not just at Costco, but at big-box stores everywhere—and how the thrill of discovery, exclusivity, and even our future selves influence the decisions we make every time we shop. You'll also hear about how brands use subtle psychological tactics—think those rotating aisles, shiny new objects, and exclusive memberships—to keep us coming back for more.  The conversation covers everything from customer loyalty, subscription traps, and the emotional calculus behind "saving money," to the powerful role of social media and the human urge to keep up with the Joneses. Please enjoy my conversation with Dr. Michael Barbera. Connect with Paul Contact Paul here or schedule a time to meet with Paul here. For resources discussed in this episode, visit tammacapital.com/podcast. Follow Paul on LinkedIn and YouTube. And feel free to email Paul at pfenner@tammacapital.com with any feedback, questions, or ideas for future guests and topics. Resources Featured in This Episode: Dr. Michael Barbera What Is "Costco Therapy"—And Why Is It So Effective? Your Future Self: How to Make Tomorrow Better Today

The news of Dr. Wendy's arrest, alongside her husband, "Happy Eddie", shook the Bravo community because it goes against their entire brand of level-headed, highly educated, professional people living a life of luxury and success. However, it also serves as yet another cautionary tale of how a Housewife "keeping up with the Joneses" in the Bravosphere can lead to an expedited path of financial demise. In this rant, we review legal filings, charges, sentencing information, social media posts, and commentary from lawyers and others. My personal concerns involve, per usual, taking into consideration the current political landscape. In a climate where Dr. Wendy's areas of interest, expertise, and citizenship status are being vilified, the possible blowback from her multiple felony and misdemeanor charges could be even worse than anticipated. All opinions are personal and not representative of any outside company, person, or agenda. Information shared is sourced via published articles, legal documents, press releases, government websites, public websites, books, public videos, news reports, and/or direct quotes and statements, and all may be paraphrased for brevity and presented in layman's terms.Wanna support this independent pod? Links below:BuyMeACoffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/BBDBVenmo @TYBBDB Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Vintage cards? Good investments? sure.But are they fun?I like to mix a bit of excitement into my PC. How about you?

Welcome to another episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, I'm pulling back the curtain on a topic that's everywhere on your social feeds, but rarely talked about honestly: The Real Cost of Pretending to be Rich. If you've ever felt that pressure to keep up with the Joneses—posting exotic vacations, driving luxury cars, sporting designer gear—this episode is for you.Let's be honest: social media has become one big “flex fest.” But here's the shocking truth—most people flaunting those lavish lifestyles aren't actually wealthy. They're exhausted, broke, and trapped in a cycle of debt. Looking rich doesn't make you free; it makes you fragile.I dive deep into why the ultimate flex isn't loud—it's quiet. Quiet wealth, the kind that compounds and grows behind the scenes, always beats the fleeting sparkle of loud wealth. And I know, because I've been on both sides. As a CPA and entrepreneur, I once believed success was all about spreadsheets, corner offices, and fancy possessions. But money without meaning is just being broke in a fancier outfit.IN TODAY'S EPISODE, I DISCUSS:Why looking rich isn't the same as being freeThe true financial cost of flashy purchasesHow emotional and social costs pile up when you're living for likes instead of your own valuesWhy quiet wealth is the path to real, lasting freedomThe four hidden costs of keeping up appearancesMy three-step practical framework to align your money with your valuesHow to use the free Lifestyle Cost Calculator to uncover your TRUE cost of living and start building YOUR money machineRECOMMENDED EPISODES FOR YOUIf you liked this episode, click here to enjoy these and more:https://melabraham.com/show/Why Buying a Home is NOT the American DreamWhy Most Americans Never Escape the Middle Class TrapWhat Everyone Gets Wrong About FIREIf You Don't Understand Bonds, You Don't Understand Money7 Things I Wish I Knew Before I RetiredRECOMMENDED VIDEOS FOR YOU If you liked this video, you'll love these ones:Why Buying a Home is NOT the American Dream: https://youtu.be/ERxc8qmfjlAWhy Most Americans Never Escape the Middle Class Trap: https://youtu.be/VBMqrkvvHrYWhat Everyone Gets Wrong About FIRE: https://youtu.be/OyvPksxNMqoIf You Don't Understand Bonds, You Don't Understand Money: https://youtu.be/7d9Lz0D0uzAORDER MY NEW USA TODAY BESTSELLING BOOK:Building Your Money Machine: How to Get Your Money to Work Harder For You Than You Did For It!The key to building the life you desire and deserve is to build your Money Machine—a powerful system designed to generate income that's no longer tied to your work or efforts. This step-by-step guide goes beyond the general idea of personal finance and wealth creation and reveals the holistic approach to transforming your relationship with money to allow you to enjoy financial freedom and peace of mind.Part money philosophy, part money mindset, part strategy, and part tactical action, these powerful frameworks will show you how to build your money machine.When you do you'll also get over $1100 in wealth resources & bonuses for FREE! TAKE THE FINANCIAL FREEDOM QUIZ:Take this free quiz to see where you are on the path to financial freedom and what your next steps are to move you to a new financial destiny at http://www.YourFinancialFreedomQuiz.com

We have all experienced moments when we wanted more than anything to “keep up with the Joneses.” This comparison trap is nothing new—our parents dealt with it, their parents dealt with it, and so on and so forth.The only difference? Fifty years ago, the “Joneses” were just the folks down the street. Now, social media lets us keep tabs on hundreds of Joneses from all over the world—morning, noon, and night.This kind of exposure to the lives of others can allow a constant yearning for what we don't have to fester in our hearts. If we aren't careful, it can breed discontentment as we compare our imperfect lives to the greatest hits of someone else's.My guest knows what it's like to long for the shiny things we see on social media. Kate Strickler is the author of I Just Wish I Had a Bigger Kitchen. She's also the creator behind the extremely popular blog and Instagram account, Naptime Kitchen. In this episode, you'll hear:How we can pursue joy in our current circumstancesSome simple mindset shifts we can put into practice todayHow to see our “stuff” as a tool to offer belongingAnd more!Comparison can easily creep into our hearts. I hope you will be just as encouraged and inspired by this conversation as I was!Find resources mentioned and more in the show notes: jillsavage.org/kate-strickler-265Check out our other resources: Mark and Jill's Marriage Story Marriage Coaching Marriage 2.0 Intensives Speaking Schedule Book Mark and Jill to Speak Online Courses Books Marriage Resources: Infidelity Recovery For Happy Marriages For Hurting Marriages For Marriages Where You're the Only One Wanting to Get Help Mom Resources: New/Preschool Moms Moms with Gradeschoolers Moms with Teens and Tweens Moms with Kids Who Are Launching Empty Nest...

Pulitzer Prize winning novelist Edith Wharton came by her subject matter the old-fashioned way: she was born into a prominent New York City family, and was subjected to the mores of the city's high society circle from birth. This did not suit the plain, brainy young Edith even a little bit, much to her mother's horror, but Edith did eventually submit to an extremely unhappy marriage to a diagnosed megalomaniac (!), which ended in, you guessed it, a trashy divorce. But this episode contains way more than Edith's life, writing and love affairs. We also explore the Gilded Age society that Edith lives in, but it is her aunt who really makes that society. Mrs. Mary Mason Jones is quite the OG legend in New York City, and the entire reason for the phrase “keeping up with the Joneses”. Also included are Mrs. Paran Stevens, Oscar Wilde, a set of international locations, many love affairs, and a whole lot of Newport too. Continue your investigation with ad-free and bonus episodes on Patreon! To advertise on Done & Dunne, please reach out to info@amplitudemediapartners.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pulitzer Prize winning novelist Edith Wharton came by her subject matter the old-fashioned way: she was born into a prominent New York City family, and was subjected to the mores of the city's high society circle from birth. This did not suit the plain, brainy young Edith even a little bit, much to her mother's horror, but Edith did eventually submit to an extremely unhappy marriage to a diagnosed megalomaniac (!), which ended in, you guessed it, a trashy divorce. But this episode contains way more than Edith's life, writing and love affairs. We also explore the Gilded Age society that Edith lives in, but it is her aunt who really makes that society. Mrs. Mary Mason Jones is quite the OG legend in New York City, and the entire reason for the phrase “keeping up with the Joneses”. Also included are Mrs. Paran Stevens, Oscar Wilde, a set of international locations, many love affairs, and a whole lot of Newport too. Continue your investigation with ad-free and bonus episodes on Patreon! To advertise on Done & Dunne, please reach out to info@amplitudemediapartners.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How much saving is too much saving? Quint and Allie talk through how to balance saving versus living in the moment.

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CC431: On this month's bonus episode... Lindsie got chosen to be part of a jury! She recounts the unexpected experience, including the surprising realities of civil litigation and the importance of legal documents. Kristen picks some viral TikToks with one exposing the shocking costs of sorority life at the University of Alabama, sparking a discussion about finances, fines, and the "keeping up with the Joneses" mentality (and Lindsie's own sorority story!). Plus, they also tackle the growing movement for mental health days in schools, and ponder the nuances of Type A vs. Type B personalities. Finally, Kristen provides a much-anticipated and positive update on her MS diagnosis and treatment journey, offering insights and advice for those seeking answers.Thank you to our sponsors!Chime: Get started at chime.com/convosProgressive: Visit Progressive.com to learn more!RoBody: Find out if you're covered for free at Ro.Co/COFFEECONVOS. Rx only.Thrive Causemetics: Save 20% off your first order at Thrivecausemetics.com/COFFEESee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.