This episode features Anne Lester, a media commentator and speaker who’s on a mission to help Americans of all walks of life to achieve a safe and secure retirement. Hailed as a “pioneer and innovator” by the esteemed financial services company Morningstar,Anne has worked on all aspects of retirement for the past thirty years. Most recently, she spent fifteen years as head of retirement solutions for JPMorgan Asset Management, where she traveled the country and spoke to tens of thousands of investors. She is a regular contributor on an array of retirement issues for CNBC, Bloomberg TV, the Wall Street Journal, the New York Times, and countless industry publications. Anne joined us today to talk about her new book, ‘Your Best Financial Life: Save Smart Now for the Future You Want.’Anne shares her experience of overcoming a significant financial setback and how it led her to understand the crucial link between personal behavior and financial decisions. The discussion delves into the changing financial landscape for different generations, as well as practical advice on managing cash flow, debt, and investing. Anne’s insights on emergency funds, savings strategies, and the impact of social media and the internet on spending habits provide valuable guidance for listeners aiming to build wealth and make informed financial decisions. [06.46] The change – Starting the conversation, we discuss the huge lifestyle differences between boomers and Gen Z. [12.20] Making mistakes – Anne explains why people are afraid of making mistakes nowadays. [18.01] Compounding – When you save money, it takes time to see the effects that it's building.[25.20] Buy now, pay later – We discuss why the concept of ‘buy now, pay later’ is dangerous. [30.19] Credit cards – How people spend an enormous amount of money with credit cards rather than cash. [35.24] Subscription audit – The importance of doing a subscription audit. [41.58] Heart attack chart – A chart full of numbers based on your salary and age describing how many times your current income you should have saved, assuming you are retiring at the age of 65. [53.24] Doing the right thing – What people should consider doing if they are not sure they have a disciplined process of investing. [56.07] Commitment – Anne explains what we can do to increase and maintain our money-saving process. [01.06.23] Can it be better – Things can go from bad to worse all the time, but in the end, it’s going to be okay, and you are going to navigate through life. ResourcesConnect with AnneLinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/savesmartwanne/ Website - annelester.com/ Instagram - instagram.com/savesmartwanne/ Your Best Financial Life: Save Smart Now for the Future You Wantby Anne Lester

Jared Dillian is a writer, author, and speaker. He is the editor of The Daily Dirtnap, a daily market newsletter for investment professionals. Jared has written for Bloomberg Opinion, Forbes, and TheStreet.com, and he now works as an investment strategist for Mauldin Economics. He has spoken at dozens of conferences and other events, proving that he is an excellent public speaker. Jared Dillian Money is Jared's personal finance venture, where he is a partner and developer of content. He joined us today to talk about his brand new book, ‘No Worries: How to Live a Stress-Free Financial Life.’We dive into strategies for minimizing financial stress and building wealth, with Jared emphasizing the importance of increasing income and making savvy financial decisions. From discussing the impact of college education on financial well-being to sharing effective investment strategies, this episode provides valuable insights into reducing financial stress.Get ready for a conversation that will equip you with practical tools for improving your financial journey. [07.13] The choice – Money is a choice. You are the one who decides how much money you are going to make. [13.43] Debt or risk – We discuss how debt and risks cause financial stress.[18.19] Volatility – Jared explains why humans are bad investors. [21.25] Luck – Jared shares how he positioned himself to be exposed to luck and how it benefited him. [26.12] The three Cs – The three Cs you must have to make investments are courage, capital, and conviction. [30.06] Credit card debts – Jared explains why credit cards are a terrible way to borrow money. [36.36] College education – We talk about the lack of knowledge in college students about modern world finances. [41.00] The purpose – The purpose of a college education. [46.00] Awesome portfolio – Jared explains the awesome portfolio.[52.45] The balance – The importance of having a healthy relationship with money. ResourcesConnect with JaredWebsite - http://jareddillianshow.com/                jareddillianmoney.com/ Twitter - twitter.com/dailydirtnap Book by Jared DillianNo Worries: How to live a stress-free financial lifeBook by Nassim Nicholas TalebFooled by Randomness: The Hidden Role of Chance in Life and in the MarketsBook by Nassim Nicholas TalebThe Black Swan

Nick Hutchison discusses finding time to read, practicing gratitude, the importance of tattoos, applying the SMART goal framework, why quantity is more important than quality in reading, repetition for retention, the 25% rule, developing attainable goals, and finding answers through reading books.

Shauna Shapiro is a clinical psychologist, author, speaker, and internationally recognized expert in mindfulness and self-compassion. In addition to her three highly acclaimed books that have been translated into sixteen languages, she is a professor at Santa Clara University and the author of over 150 papers. The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Oprah, NPR, and the American Psychologist have all published her work. Having discovered mindfulness during the darkest time of her life, it became the path to her healing. During her time in Thailand and Nepal, she immersed herself in the practice of mindfulness and came across ‘self-compassion.’ She joined us today to talk about her book, ‘Good Morning, I Love You: Mindfulness and Self-Compassion Practices to Rewire Your Brain for Calm, Clarity, and Joy.’[04.41] Mindfulness - Mindfulness isn't just about paying attention. It's about how you pay attention. [08.19] Direction and destination – We talk about the unrealistic goals we’ve set for ourselves and why direction is more important than destination. [15.23] Reacting and responding – Shauna explains how mindfulness can help us from a reactor to a responder. [22.00] Attitude of kindness – The importance of being kind to ourselves. [26.47] Self-compassion – The three pillars of self-compassion. [30.21] Loving kindness – Loving kindness Meditation is about building our hearts’ capacity to love and learning to love other people and ourselves. [37.06] Remorse and shame – Shauna explains the difference between healthy remorse and toxic shame. [41.44] Emotional regulation – Emotional regulation and how it can control our reactions to something. [47.00] Good morning, I love you – How the ‘Good morning, I love you’ practice helped Shauna when she was in a difficult phase of her life.ResourcesConnect with ShaunaLinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/shauna-shapiro-phd-35366273/ YouTube - youtube.com/channel/UC271zr3rqJnlmJEL7BwK5dw Website - drshaunashapiro.com/ Instagram - instagram.com/drshaunashapiro/ Book by Shauna ShapiroGood Morning, I Love You: Mindfulness and Self-Compassion Practices to Rewire Your Brain for Calm, Clarity, and JoyBook by Shauna ShapiroGood Morning, I Love You, Violet!Book by Jon Kabat-ZinnWherever You Go, There You Are: Mindfulness Meditation in Everyday Life

Ana Lorena Fabrega, an author and edupreneur, discusses the flaws of the traditional education system, emphasizing the importance of nurturing children's curiosity. She highlights the impact of gamification, stoicism, and parental involvement in shaping a more effective educational journey. Topics include the limitations of the traditional education system, the negative impact of excessive sitting time, and the importance of developing anti-fragility in children.

Simone Stolzoff is an author, designer, and workplace expert. A former design lead at the global innovation firm IDEO. His work has been featured in The New York Times, the Atlantic, The Wall Street Journal, and more.  He joined us today to talk about his debut book, ‘The Good Enough Job: Reclaiming Life from Work.’In this episode, Simone discusses the evolving nature of work, the pursuit of fulfillment, and the delicate balance between career and personal life. We talk about challenging the traditional narrative of the dream job to exploring the impact of excessive work hours and the centralization of work as a source of identity.  Join us as we navigate the complex dynamics of work, success, and personal growth in today's ever-changing landscape.[06.23] Calvinism – Starting the conversation, Simone defines Calvinism and how it conspired with the trend of non-religious people around 30 years ago in the United States. [12.21] Economic vs. humanist – We dive into the two arguments, economic and humanist, based on working hours.[20.00] Work as meaning – We talk about the work as meaning movement back in the 1970s. [28.43] The cycle – Simone talks about the work-life balance awareness of modern society and the importance of it. [34.34] The Good Enough Job – When you are at work, do great work. When you are not working, leave it where it is.[41.30] The values – You can easily lose who you are due to a sense of overachievement. Balance is important. [50.51] Reclaiming life – Wrapping up today’s conversation, Simone shares who can use his book as a guide to have a healthy relationship with their work. ResourcesConnect with SimoneLinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/simone-stolzoff-5a16b648/ Twitter - twitter.com/SimoneStolzoff Website - simonestolzoff.com/ The Good Enough Job: Reclaiming Life from Work by Simone Stolzoffamazon.com/Good-Enough-Job-Reclaiming-Life/dp/059353896X Dedicated: The Case for Commitment in an Age of Infinite Browsing by Pete Davisamazon.com/Dedicated-Case-Commitment-Infinite-Browsing/dp/1982140909 You Could Make This Place Beautiful: A Memoir by Maggie Smithamazon.com/Could-Make-This-Place-Beautiful/dp/1982185856 The Psychology of Money: Timeless Lessons on Wealth, Greed, and Happiness by Morgan Houselamazon.com/Psychology-Money-Timeless-lessons-happiness/dp/0857197681 

Brent Stevenson is a physiotherapist in Vancouver, Canada, the co-owner of two multidisciplinary health clinics, the author of two books, and the father of three teenage children.  Brent has a Bachelor of Human Kinetics from the University of British Columbia, a Masters of Physiotherapy from McMaster University, and a long list of post-graduate training.His first book titled ‘Why Things Hurt: Life Lessons From An Injury-prone Physical Therapist’ is a collection of meaningful stories and explanations about how our bodies actually work. Brent joined us today to discuss his current book ‘Why We Hurt: Understanding How to Be Comfortable in Your Own Body’ which takes a deeper look at the physical manifestations of stress and anxiety in people’s bodies, and how your interpretation of your story when you reach out for help. [07.17] Physiotherapy – Starting the conversation, Brent explains how physiotherapy helps your body habituate to hypersensitivity after an acute injury. [13.22] Hypermobility – Pros and cons of hypermobility.[21.00] Why physiotherapy? – We discuss the reasons why people are driving toward physiotherapy often. [30.30] Migraines – Brent shares how he got his migraine under control by making lifestyle changes.[40.06] The groundwork – How empathy, kindness, and meaningful explanations can help people understand physical discomforts.[53.57] The injury - Brent shares the story of a painful injury involving his eye and how he dealt with the difficulties that came after the incident.[01.08.09] The inner dialogue – How inner dialogues can help you achieve a comfortable life.[01.16.18] Personal responsibility – Brent shares actions that people should be taking on their physical and mental health journeys to achieve their best lives.[01.31.30] Be nice – You never know what other people are going through. Being kind and empathetic toward people is important. ResourcesConnect with BrentWebsite - whythingshurt.com/ Website - www.EnvisionPhysio.comTwitter - twitter.com/whythingshurt Instagram - instagram.com/whythingshurt/LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/brentstevenson/ YouTube - youtube.com/envisionphysioFacebook - facebook.com/whythingshurtBook by Brent StevensonWhy We Hurt: Understanding How To Be Comfortable In Your Own BodyBook by Daniel J. SiegelMindsight: The New Science of Personal TransformationBook by Daniel KahnemanThinking, Fast and Slow

Edward D. Hess is a Professor Emeritus of Business Administration at the University of Virginia and the author of 15 books, including “Hyper-Learning: How to Adapt to the Speed of Change.” Professor Hess had 20 years of experience as a business executive before joining academia. His research has mostly concentrated on achieving exceptional organizational and individual performance, specifically in the areas of leadership enhancement, fostering high-performance cultures, and designing learning and innovation platforms that facilitate superior human behavioral performance.Edward joined us today to talk about his new book, ‘OWN YOUR WORK JOURNEY!: The Path to Meaningful Work and Happiness in the Age of Smart Technology and Radical Change.’Our discussion dives into the power of mindfulness and personal growth as we navigate an ever-changing world. From Edward’s personal experiences with meditation gurus to their inspiring journey of embracing ownership and continuous learning, this episode is filled with wisdom and practical strategies for personal transformation. We also explore the challenges and potential solutions in the education system, the impact of technology on jobs, and the importance of embracing empathy and humility in our lives. [07.07] Ownership – Starting the conversation, Professor Hess explains what we have to do to have a happy and meaningful life in an age full of smart technology. [14.04] The business world – We talk about why we need to bring our best selves to the business world in the next 10 to 15 years.[22.00] Accountability partner – The importance of having an accountability partner. [30.10] Critical thinking - A critical thinker emerges when one actively engages in stress testing and actively seeks alternative answers, consciously striving to uncover knowledge that challenges their own beliefs.[38.09] Meditation practice – Meditation practices to be successful in the modern world. [44.35] Humility – Edward explains some practices for increasing humility. [52.19] Emotional fragility – We discuss the possible reasons for not paying severe attention to critical thinking in the modern world. [01.00.00] Education system – Emotional well-being and the education system of the USA.[01.05.00] Technological development – We talk about why we need to have an open mind about technology and where it takes us.ResourcesConnect with Edward D. HessLinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/edward-hess-41638b16/ YouTube - youtube.com/channel/UCL_nwfCsETj_tEwGVjuxbJg Website - edhess.org/ Twitter - twitter.com/HessEdward OWN YOUR WORK JOURNEY!: The Path to Meaningful Work and Happiness in the Age of Smart Technology and Radical ChangeBy Edward D. Hessamazon.com/OWN-YOUR-WORK-JOURNEY-Meaningful/dp/B0BW2SL7Q3 

Today’s guest is Yael Schonbrun, a clinical psychologist, assistant professor at Brown University, co-host of the Psychologists Off the Clock podcast, author and a parent of three.. In her research, private practice, writing, and podcasting, Yael uses science and Eastern philosophy to explore practices proven to foster healthier relationships between partners, parents and children, and between our most important life roles. Yael’s writing on work, parenting, and relationships has appeared in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, Greater Good Science Center, Behavioral Scientist, Tricycle, among others.She joined us today to talk about her book, ‘Work, Parent, Thrive: 12 Science-Backed Strategies to Ditch Guilt, Manage Overwhelm, and Grow Connection.’Yael shares insights on how to navigate the challenges of being a working parent and finding balance in multiple roles. We dive into the concept of benign neglect, the power of acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and the benefits of having multiple roles in life. Yael offers practical strategies for managing emotions, clarifying values, and making choices that align with our true priorities. Tune in to gain valuable insights and practical tools for personal and professional growth in this thought-provoking conversation. [06.39] Diverse roles – Starting the conversation, we dive into how various roles in your life can help one another in certain situations of life. [21.00] CBT vs. ACT – Yael explains one of the main differences between CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) and ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy).[30.00] Making the right choice - We will consistently strive for improvement in life. If we redirect our focus towards the process and adopt a less rigid attitude towards the outcomes, acknowledging that we lack control over them. [35.06] Values – We talk about the importance of prioritizing your values, which are dedicated to different roles in your life.[45.00] Workability of labels – How we can attach labels that can help us to serve and push us in ways that matter.[51.51] Doing right & hard things – Yael talks about the Aristotelian idea of doing the right and hard things at the right time with the right people in the right way.[01.03.01] Childcare – We dive into the importance of high-quality childcare, especially with our family members like grandparents.[01.14.03] Pleasure – Pleasure and life roles.ResourcesConnect with YealLinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/yael-schonbrun-a26a5229/ Twitter - twitter.com/DrYaelSchonbrun Instagram - instagram.com/yaelschonbrun/ Website - https://relationalriffs.substack.com/Book By Yael Schonbrun:Work, Parent, Thrive: 12 Science-Backed Strategies to Ditch Guilt, Manage Overwhelm, and Grow Connection (When Everything Feels Like Too Much)Book by Viktor E. FranklMan's Search for MeaningBook by Christy LefteriThe Beekeeper of Aleppo: A Novel

Today's guest is Dr. Greg Wells, a health, wellbeing, and peak performance are personal and professional obsessions. Dr. Wells has a Ph.D. in Physiology and has served as a Senior Scientist at the Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto and the Director of Sport Science for the Canadian Sport Institute. His mission is to make the science of human limits understandable and actionable. To that end he has authored five best-selling books. Greg is the CEO and founder of Wells Performance, a consulting firm committed to  helping teams, schools and businesses become places where people get healthy, perform optimally and reach their potential.Greg joined us today to discuss his latest book, Powerhouse: Protect Your Energy, Optimize Your Health and Supercharge Your PerformanceIn this episode, Greg dives into the fascinating connections between physical activity, mental performance, and emotional wellbeing. Greg explores the growing trend of incorporating cycling and walking into business settings, uncovering the benefits of these activities for sparking creativity and generating new ideas. With an emphasis on the power of consistency and small improvements, Greg shares valuable insights on harnessing stress and the concept of hormesis for enhanced performance and overall health.Listeners will also gain practical tips on utilizing breathwork for relaxation and strategic thinking, as well as the important role of physical activity in combating the rising rates of depression and anxiety. With a thought-provoking discussion on cultivating resilience, seeking challenges for personal growth, and the impact of locus of control, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to optimize their physical, mental, and emotional well-being.[07.28] Learning from mistakes - Those who fail the most are the ones who make the most rapid improvements. [15.23] Depression and anxiety – Greg explains how to reduce depression and anxiety to have good mental health.[22.16] Breath work – We talk about how breath can help you pause between stimulus and response to settle your nervous system. [39.32] Power of walking – We talk about the power of moving our bodies. [45.15] Creativity – Greg explains how moving your body helps to increase creativity.[01.04.11] Heat and cold – Greg explains how people can use hot and cold water as a mental health practice rather than an anti-inflammatory practice.[01.11.05] Influence – We dive into the importance of allocating our efforts, time, and energy to things we can control and make a difference. ResourcesConnect with Dr. GregWebsite - drgregwells.com/ LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/drgregwells/ Instagram- instagram.com/drgregwellsBook By Greg WellsPowerhouse: Protect Your Energy, Optimize Your Health and Supercharge Your PerformanceBook by Dan MillmanWay of the Peaceful Warrior: A Book That Changes LivesBook by Peter Attia Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity