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3385: [Part 2] How to Create Sustainable Money Habits by Liz of FrugalWoods on Mindful Consumption

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com [https://oldpodcast.com/]. Episode 3385: Liz offers a practical and compassionate guide to building money habits that actually last, not by aiming for perfection, but by focusing on consistency, simplicity, and clarity. Through small behavioral shifts like removing temptations and redefining priorities, she shows how anyone can make sustainable progress toward financial peace and intentional living. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.frugalwoods.com/2020/01/31/how-to-create-sustainable-money-habits/ [https://www.frugalwoods.com/2020/01/31/how-to-create-sustainable-money-habits/] Quotes to ponder: "Slice away at your spending and your possessions to let the best rise to the top." “Make small, incremental changes you can stick to.” “Spend money on things related to those priorities and eliminate spending that’s counter to those priorities.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

3384: [Part 1] How to Create Sustainable Money Habits by Liz of FrugalWoods on Mindful Consumption

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com [https://oldpodcast.com/]. Episode 3384: Liz from Frugalwoods lays out a practical framework for building sustainable money habits by emphasizing small, consistent changes over dramatic overhauls. By reshaping routines, engineering your environment, and disrupting autopilot spending, she shows how frugality can become effortless and long-lasting. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.frugalwoods.com/2020/01/31/how-to-create-sustainable-money-habits/ [https://www.frugalwoods.com/2020/01/31/how-to-create-sustainable-money-habits/] Quotes to ponder: "Frugality can become your default and you can train yourself to do the right thing with your money." "Routines create automatic pathways for how we live our lives; we can follow positive routines or negative routines." "If you want to spend more time reviewing your finances and goal-setting, make it part of your weekly/monthly routine." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

3383: The Honeymoon Phase of Early Retirement by Leif of Physician on FIRE on Finding Purpose in Retirement

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com [https://oldpodcast.com/]. Episode 3383: Leif explores the emotional rollercoaster that often follows early retirement, comparing its initial thrill to a honeymoon that inevitably fades. As routines set in and novelty wears off, the real challenge emerges: facing boredom, fear, and the search for lasting fulfillment. Learn how pivoting from scarcity to abundance thinking can help transform this emotional shift into a powerful catalyst for personal growth. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.physicianonfire.com/honeymoon-phase-of-retirement/ [https://www.physicianonfire.com/honeymoon-phase-of-retirement/] Quotes to ponder: "Fear is likely a result of wondering if you have enough. Not enough money. Maybe enough joy? Happiness? Potential fulfillment?" "Choose the abundance mindset rather than the scarcity one, and you might find that you need fewer spreadsheets to keep track of your joy." "Keep digging into what brought you moments of flow in earlier phases of life, keep bringing those back." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

3382: Frugal or Cheap: How to Tell and Why it Matters by Vicki Cook and Amy Blacklock of Women Who Money

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com [https://oldpodcast.com/]. Episode 3382: Vicki Cook and Amy Blacklock break down the subtle but impactful differences between being frugal and being cheap, helping you assess whether your money-saving habits align with your values or if they may be costing more than you think. Learn how mindful spending can preserve relationships, support long-term goals, and still keep your finances in check. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://womenwhomoney.com/frugal-or-cheap-how-to-tell-why-matters/ [https://womenwhomoney.com/frugal-or-cheap-how-to-tell-why-matters/] Quotes to ponder: "Frugality means your spending decisions are aligned with your priorities and values, not going without or suffering because you lack things you need." "Being cheap is being selfish with your money." "Trying to save money can be a real challenge and there may be times where you find yourself being cheap instead of frugal." Episode references: BeFrugal: https://www.befrugal.com [https://www.befrugal.com/] Ibotta: https://www.ibotta.com [https://www.ibotta.com/] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

3381: When It Pays to Spend Money to Save Money by Amanda Brownlow on Intentional Spending

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com [https://oldpodcast.com/]. Episode 3381: Amanda Brownlow challenges the traditional mindset of extreme frugality by showing how intentional spending can lead to long-term savings. From prioritizing health and quality items to investing in insurance and expert financial advice, she explains why spending a little more now can prevent costly mistakes and replacements later. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://hellobrownlow.com/2020/10/14/spend-money-to-save-money/ [https://hellobrownlow.com/2020/10/14/spend-money-to-save-money/] Quotes to ponder: "Spending money on a gym membership (that you actually use), home gym equipment, whole food items, supplements, and more can help keep you healthy." "Staying healthy not only makes you feel good, but you save money in the long term, too." "You may need to save up money to purchase what you really want, but that higher quality item will pay for itself over time because you won’t have to buy it again." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]