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Morgan Housel and Gretchen Housel Part 1: How they use simple financial experiments to improve their relationship with money and each other
Feb 28, 2024
Morgan Housel and Gretchen prioritize time together over material possessions in their financial goals. They discuss using intentional spending experiments and share insights on maintaining financial independence. The couple reflects on adapting financial goals as income and responsibilities change, emphasizing the balance between frugality and enjoying life experiences. They explore finding joy in simpler activities over extravagant spending and reflect on childhood experiences with money.
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- Prioritizing time together as a family enabled by money
- Financial responsibility instilled by disciplined saving habits from childhood
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Gretchen's Value of Money and Time Together
Gretchen shares that what is important about money to her is being able to spend time together as a family. With two young children and now having regular time during school hours, they can enjoy activities like walking the dog together. Money has allowed them the freedom to enjoy time as a family and prioritize experiences over material possessions.
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