Build A Wealthy Spirit

210. The Last Episode: Reflecting on Four Years of Build A Wealthy Spirit

After four years and 210 episodes, Sammie and Michelle have decided to close out the Build A Wealthy Spirit podcast. In this episode, they reflect on the past four years, sharing their favorite memories and the deep gratitude they feel for all of you and everyone who has supported the podcast along the way. It's the end of an era in a beautiful way. Thank you to all of you who have listened to the podcast and joined us for different parts of this journey!  Show Notes: * Thank you to our podcast mentors! Joe Saul Sehy [https://www.stackingbenjamins.com/] & Jordan “Doc G” Grumet [https://jordangrumet.com/] * Interviews mentioned: Areeb [https://youtu.be/1NFptkW46GI?feature=shared], Andrew Johnson [https://youtu.be/cfLZHB6g8P0?feature=shared], Oz Chen [https://youtu.be/irABmGeDHKc?feature=shared], Nick Gray [https://youtu.be/MMOwolX2dPI?feature=shared], Paul Millerd [https://youtu.be/ubT9rxyqp4o?feature=shared] (and Michelle on Paul’s podcast [https://youtu.be/yd9DcXPdRZc?feature=shared]!), Jess [https://youtu.be/zrGX9r4Ov_g?feature=shared], Harris [https://youtu.be/vOiLuG_BoNs?feature=shared], Rychelle [https://youtu.be/J_dHfvIEzHc?feature=shared], Debt Free Guys [https://youtu.be/45cN4Pum8ZY?feature=shared], Doc G [https://youtu.be/X9p_PqwV9sE?feature=shared] * #18: FOMO, YOLO and Other Bad Reasons To Invest [https://youtu.be/kXX14S2iXGk?feature=shared] Top Five Episodes: * 2: How to Make New Friends as an Adult [https://youtu.be/lQ_8BQCXT1w?feature=shared] * 111. The Great Debate: Sabbatical vs FIRE (Financial Independence Retire Early) [https://youtu.be/Xg7yyw3d4k8?feature=shared] * 112. Deprogramming from a Corporate Mindset [https://youtu.be/6YrQDybEkiY?feature=shared] * 105. The Pathless Path with Paul Millerd [https://youtu.be/ubT9rxyqp4o?feature=shared] * 122. The Art of Planning A Sabbatical [https://youtu.be/vV3AbJGxL_k?feature=shared] * Bonus - 1: What is Status Post Adulting? Rethink the Status Quo [https://youtu.be/QvaSLoz8R6k?feature=shared] Favorite Personality Tests: * The Four Tendencies [https://gretchenrubin.com/quiz/the-four-tendencies-quiz/] * Sparketype Assessment [https://sparketype.com/sparketest/] * Personal Values [https://personalvalu.es/] * The Five Love Languages [https://5lovelanguages.com/quizzes] Michelle's Writing Coaching [https://michellevarghoose.gumroad.com/l/writingcoaching] Find more show notes and interact with the Build A Wealthy Spirit community at buildawealthyspirit.com [https://www.buildawealthyspirit.com/]!

209. Adult Friend-Making 101

Show Notes * US Department of Health and Human Services on Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy’s Advisory on the Devastating Impact of the Epidemic of Loneliness and Isolation in the United States [https://www.hhs.gov/about/news/2023/05/03/new-surgeon-general-advisory-raises-alarm-about-devastating-impact-epidemic-loneliness-isolation-united-states.html] * Dr. Vivek Murthy’s discussion regarding the Loneliness Epidemic at Yale School of Management [https://som.yale.edu/story/2022/us-surgeon-general-vivek-h-murthy-03-discusses-loneliness-epidemic] * Find your local death cafe [https://deathcafe.com/] * Meetup.com [https://www.meetup.com/] * Bumble for Friends [https://bumble.com/en-us/the-buzz/bumble-for-friends] * The 2-Hour Cocktail Party: How to Build Big Relationships with Small Gatherings [https://www.amazon.com/2-Hour-Cocktail-Party-Relationships-Gatherings-ebook/dp/B0B2KW6T7J] by Nick Gray * Nick Gray discussing The 2-Hour Cocktail Party on Build a Wealthy Spirit episode 120 [https://open.spotify.com/episode/3fhka0IG8NV2x5amempyPr?si=nKcmM3b2QuCXSF9EuoWfLQ] * Build a Wealthy Spirit’s example of a friend database template [https://diamond-marmot-945.notion.site/7f3d4b50518347618a80290d315f50b8?v=e8c156c8f9934cbe8c1b30a73099b6d2&pvs=4] on Notion. If you would like your own copy, just click the “duplicate” button in the top right-hand corner of the browser. You will need to have created a notion account to create a duplicate. * Build a Wealthy Spirit’s step-by-step guide on How to Build a Community [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RITAMq8Qt-QzFb5PI6ti_4oTTtUYvwsy/view?usp=sharing] Community Shoutout * Thank you Kendall, Clay and TJ for listening to our episode with  * Jordan Grumet author of The Purpose Code [https://www.amazon.com/Purpose-Code-meaning-maximize-happiness/dp/1804090859?tag=googhydr-20&source=dsa&hvcampaign=books&gclid=Cj0KCQiAhbi8BhDIARIsAJLOludHOx9uinpPR6me7bMPbL4RTRrA92WY61qX-JyD7Mf9mapaMds1cRoaAjA7EALw_wcB] * . You will be receiving a free copy of The Purpose Code [https://www.amazon.com/Purpose-Code-meaning-maximize-happiness/dp/1804090859?tag=googhydr-20&source=dsa&hvcampaign=books&gclid=Cj0KCQiAhbi8BhDIARIsAJLOludHOx9uinpPR6me7bMPbL4RTRrA92WY61qX-JyD7Mf9mapaMds1cRoaAjA7EALw_wcB] * Thank you Lucca, Becky, Marina, Paul and Harris for your thoughts on our episode about The Four Tendencies [https://open.spotify.com/episode/6o8bSRIuaxzX7jtT9oA1Iu?si=1b99067d1f1048e5].  * Speaking of Lucca! If you love creative storytelling, bold ideas, and a touch of daring inspiration, subscribe to Lucca’s new newsletter The Tattooed Ghost [https://thetattooedghost.com/GqdkWV]. It’s a newsletter packed with unique insights, captivating segments, and a serialized story you won’t want to miss! * Thank you Raina for listening to the podcast! * Thank you Masha for your thoughts on Deprogramming From the Corporate Mindset.  [https://open.spotify.com/episode/5TdxkftrjwHFH4o4ILXjxT?si=0b6f76f594e848fe] * Richa Vadini Singh thank you for listening and your thoughts on our Death Clock Episode!.  [https://open.spotify.com/episode/7g9VW74E7eeSnd8wx9J1z8?si=500c25948c9b4444] WRITING COACHING WITH MICHELLE VARGHESE [https://michellevarghoose.gumroad.com/l/writingcoaching] How Can I Help: * Gentle but firm accountability to help you write consistently - support in knowing when to push and when to pause * Critical and supportive essay feedback for up to 5 pi Find more show notes and interact with the Build A Wealthy Spirit community at buildawealthyspirit.com [https://www.buildawealthyspirit.com/]!

208. The Four Tendencies - Learn How To Motivate Yourself

If you've ever wondered how you can better motivate yourself, this episode about The Four Tendencies is for you! Sammie and Michelle are big fans of The Four Tendencies.  Sammie is an Upholder and is the go to person to get things done, for herself and for anyone in her life. Michelle is a Rebel. She does not like to be told what to do, whether that's from the outside or even listening to herself. They also cover Questioners (needing to know the why) and Obligers (better at meeting outer expectations) in this episode. Sammie and Michelle found that understanding their tendency was a huge key in unlocking their own success.  Take Gretchen Rubin's The Four Tendencies Quiz: https://gretchenrubin.com/quiz/the-four-tendencies-quiz/ [https://gretchenrubin.com/quiz/the-four-tendencies-quiz/] Find more show notes and interact with the Build A Wealthy Spirit community at buildawealthyspirit.com [https://www.buildawealthyspirit.com/]!

207. When Finding Your Purpose Isn't Enough with Doc G of Earn & Invest

Jordan "Doc G" Grumet joins Sammie and Michelle to discuss the surprisingly anxiety producing question, "how to find your purpose" and the better way to reframe this whole idea. We're giving away five copies of The Purpose Code by Jordan Grumet to the first five people who reach out to us! You can email us at buildawealthyspirit@gmail.com or leave a comment at  buildawealthyspirit.com [https://www.buildawealthyspirit.com/] To Learn More About Jordan "Doc G" Grumet: * Jordan’s Website [https://jordangrumet.com/] * The Purpose Code [https://a.co/d/j5n8p5p] by Jordan Grumet * Taking Stock [https://a.co/d/6zOqqwD] by Jordan Grumet  Find more show notes and interact with the Build A Wealthy Spirit community at buildawealthyspirit.com [https://www.buildawealthyspirit.com/]!

206. How to Save, Invest, and Retire Early

Show Notes: * Everyday Millionaires by Chris Hogan [https://www.amazon.com/Everyday-Millionaires-Ordinary-Extraordinary-Wealth_and/dp/0977489523] * The Trinity Study about the 4% Rule [https://www.aaii.com/journal/199802/feature.pdf] * The 4% Rule: The Easy Answer to “How Much Do I Need for Retirement?” by Mr. Money Mustasche  [https://www.mrmoneymustache.com/2012/05/29/how-much-do-i-need-for-retirement/] * List of Index Funds- Charles Schwab Vs. Vanguard Vs. Fidelity: How These Total Stock Market Index Funds Compare [https://www.forbes.com/sites/investor-hub/article/charles-schwab-vs-fidelity-vs-vanguard-total-stock-market-funds/] * Vanguard Funds: VTI vs VTSAX Comparison Guide [https://www.etf.com/sections/etf-basics/vanguard-funds-vti-vs-vtsax-comparison-guide] Community Shout Outs: * Thanks, India [https://www.instagram.com/indiaeatstheworld/?hl=en]for your compliments on our sabbatical episode! * Thank you Arul [https://www.linkedin.com/in/arulgupta/]for listening we are excited to hear about your manifestation app and future podcast! Find more show notes and interact with the Build A Wealthy Spirit community at buildawealthyspirit.com [https://www.buildawealthyspirit.com/]!