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Episode 32: Does Money = Happiness

Our Guest For This Episode:

Tom Shepard

Tom Shepard, Author of “Money isn’t Everything – Everything is Money” and a Certified Financial Planner and Investment Advisor, has been helping people understand their relationship with money for 30 years. Using a personal assessment tool called Find Your Financial NatureTM Tom will help you discover your genetic predisposition to money! This is the language your mind and body go to when thinking about trading Time, Energy, and Money to create the Relationship with life you dream of. You can take the assessment at https://www.Currencycamp.com and click on Find Your Financial Nature and take the assessment. Who am I? may be the most important question we ever ask ourselves and the most important information we share with the people in our lives

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Summary

In this episode of the Better Than Bitter Podcast, Tania Leichliter and Tom Shepard explore the intricate relationship between money and happiness, especially in the context of divorce. They discuss how to navigate financial negotiations during difficult times, the importance of understanding one's financial nature, and the empowerment that comes from taking control of one's finances. The conversation emphasizes the need to reframe beliefs about money and happiness, encouraging listeners to focus on the bigger picture and engage in positive self-talk.

Takeaways

• Money does not equal happiness, but understanding its role is crucial.
• Life is inherently difficult, and acceptance can lead to peace.
• Pressing the pause button during emotional negotiations is essential.
• Focusing on the bigger picture can ease financial negotiations.
• Understanding your financial nature helps in managing money effectively.
• Post-divorce, individuals must learn to manage and protect their finances.
• Empowerment comes from taking responsibility for financial decisions.
• Reframing negative beliefs about money can lead to positive changes.
• Self-talk influences financial behavior and outcomes.
• It's important to recognize discomfort as a part of growth.

Titles

Does Money Equal Happiness?

Navigating Financial Challenges in Divorce

Sound Bites

"Does money equal happiness?"

"You can do it and you will."

"Word, action, belief."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Money and Happiness

04:08 Defining Happiness in Difficult Times

13:00 Navigating Divorce and Financial Negotiations

21:35 Understanding Financial Natures

31:22 Empowerment Through Financial Management

40:05 Reframing Beliefs About Money and Happiness

48:44 Introduction to Amicable Divorce

50:13 Resources for Support and Growth

Keywords

money, happiness, divorce, financial planning, emotional well-being, negotiation, self-empowerment, financial nature, relationships, personal growth

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