The Examined Life

How do you overcome scarcity? [Paco de Leon]

Oct 5, 2023

Paco de Leon, author, podcaster, and entrepreneur, discusses overcoming scarcity mindset, childhood money stories, and the impact of scarcity and uncertainty on everyday lives. They also explore practical strategies to resist impulse buying and finding alternative fulfillment.

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The scarcity mindset warps our perception of money and self-worth, impacting decision-making and personal well-being.

Scarcity is perpetuated by marketing messages and societal pressures, leading to not-enoughness in various areas of life.

Cultivating presence, mindfulness, and gratitude can combat scarcity mindset and promote intentional consumption.

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Overcoming Scarcity Mindset

In this podcast episode, the hosts discuss the scarcity mindset and how to overcome it. They explore the impact of scarcity on decision-making and personal well-being. The guest, Paco De Leon, shares her journey of finding fulfillment in helping the creative community with financial advice. They examine the ways in which scarcity relates to personal beliefs, fear, and the need for safety and security. The conversation highlights the importance of being present and finding gratitude as antidotes to scarcity.

Introduction

4min

Exploring Musical Influences and Overlapping Perspectives on Finance

3min

First Memories and Lessons About Money

2min

Finding Responsibility and Dealing with Economic Uncertainty

16min

Growing Up in New York City in the 80s and 90s

3min

The Impact of Scarcity and Uncertainty on Everyday Lives

32min

Overcoming Impulse Buying and Finding Alternative Fulfillment

3min

Reflections on Overcoming Scarcity and Gratitude

2min

[Ep. 17] Are you scared that you’re one mistake from losing it all? We all experience some form of the scarcity mindset. This mindset warps money into our self-worth, our “enough-ness,” safety and security amidst the real (and imagined) risks out there. We look at climate change, our childhood numbing ourselves with consumerism/substances, childhood money stories and whether you actually need money to change your money mindset.

Paco is an author, podcaster and entrepreneur.

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