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Agency Intelligence: The Insurance Podcast NetworkStuff About Money: How Often Do You Think About the Roman Empire (How They Viewed Wealth)? #romanempirePuff Daddy wasn’t Roman, but "Mo Money Mo Problems" may have resonated with the Stoics. Apparently, Erik thinks more about Roman views on wealth than he realized. And the Roman Empire is alive & well & taking TikTok over by storm thanks to Gaius Flavus…who? In this episode, Erik Garcia, CFP®, BFA, and guest host Dr. Matt Morris LPC & LMFT discuss what some well-known Stoics had to say about wealth (thanks to an extensively shallow search on ChatGPT).Episode Highlights:
Matt discusses his experience using ChatGPT in the classr...
2023-10-1038 min
Stuff About Money They Didn't Teach You In SchoolHow Often Do You Think About the Roman Empire (How They Viewed Wealth)? #romanempirePuff Daddy wasn’t Roman, but "Mo Money Mo Problems" may have resonated with the Stoics. Apparently, Erik thinks more about Roman views on wealth than he realized. And the Roman Empire is alive & well & taking TikTok over by storm thanks to Gaius Flavus…who? In this episode, Erik Garcia, CFP®, BFA, and guest host Dr. Matt Morris LPC & LMFT discuss what some well-known Stoics had to say about wealth (thanks to an extensively shallow search on ChatGPT).Episode Highlights:
Matt discusses his experience using ChatGPT in the classr...
2023-10-1036 min
Stuff About Money They Didn't Teach You In SchoolThe Household CFO with Dr. Sarah FallawDoes your household need a Chief Financial Officer?Revisit this throwback episode of the Building Us podcast, where hosts Erik Garcia, CFP®, and Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT. are joined by Sarah Fallaw, President at DataPoints, to discuss what it takes to run a financially successful household.Episode Highlights:
Sarah shares her background in industrial psychology, and how she has applied the data and research that her father began back in the 80s. (3:26)
Sarah shares her thoughts on income and wealth. (6:06)
Sarah explains the DataPoints research findings on h...
2023-04-2549 minStuff About Money They Didn't Teach You In SchoolThe 10 Tenets of Relationships as According to Dr. Matt MorrisFinances are important. Building wealth is important. At Plan Wisely, we deal with money and stocks and finance all day long. But you know what’s really, really important? Relationships.Erik Garcia, CFP®, BFA welcomes longtime friend of the show Dr. Matt “The Relationship Doctor” Morris, a professor and relationship counselor, discuss 10 tenets of all kinds of relationships, from parents to siblings to spouses. Matt and Erik discuss trust, integrity, connection, and more in this extra-long episode of Stuff About Money.Episode Highlights:
Matt explains why relationships are necessary. (11:40)
Matt discusses how des...
2023-02-141h 28Stuff About Money They Didn't Teach You In SchoolMoney - A Thermometer of Wellness for the CoupleIn the premiere episode of the Stuff About Money They Didn’t Teach You In School podcast, co-hosts Erik Garcia CFP® and Xavier Angel ChFC, CLTC, are joined by Dr. Matt Morris LPC, LMFT, who explains that how money is used and managed is often a thermometer of health or wellness in the couple. Episode Highlights:
Erik and Xavier open the episode by offering a quick run-through of their history. (1:17)
Dr. Matt Morris introduces himself, shares his career background and explains what he does as a Couples Counselor. (3:10)
Dr. Matt Morris tells Erik what...
2021-12-0740 min
Building UsQuitting For WinnersWe have an ethos in America that quitting is bad. Quitting is weak. Quitting is for losers. We preach…“One step at a time.”“Life is not a sprint.”“Keep grinding.”Grit, Grind, and Persistence are critical for achievement and success. But…there’s also a time to quit and for good reasons. Listen in as Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT, and Erik Garcia, CFP® discuss why winners sometimes quit.Episode Highlights...
2021-10-0753 minBuilding UsAt the Intersection of Money, Health and Happiness With Ryan GoulartWhy do people do what they do? And, is it possible for one to be who they would ideally like to be, more often? In this episode of the Building Us podcast, Ryan Goulart, co-author of Leveraging Your Financial Intelligence: At the Intersection of Money, Health and Happiness, joins Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT, and Erik Garcia, CFP® to discuss how financial stress impacts our physical health, emotional well-being, and why understanding your values helps guide your behaviors.Episode Highlights:
What's a typical vacation for Ryan? (5:01)
Ryan gives a brief background of what T...
2021-08-2653 minBuilding UsThe Best Way to Join Money in MarriageShould couples have married or separate financial accounts? Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT, and Erik Garcia, CFP®, dive into the pros and cons of each – as well as some of the underlying psychology. The goal of today’s podcast is not to defend separate or joint accounts. However, we do want to explore some of the obstacles around joining accounts. Establishing a healthy dialogue about finances can help couples get on the same page and result in happier relationships in the long run.Episode Highlights:
Erik explains the point...
2021-07-2235 minBuilding Us3 Decisions Warren Buffet Says Will Change Your LifeIn this episode of Building Us podcast hosted by Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT, and Erik Garcia, CFP®, Erik and Matt explore some of Warren Buffet’s life-changing philosophies. ‘Hit fewer bad shots' is Erik's advice for improving his golf game...But, what does Warren Buffet advise about your internal scorecard of success? Listen up!Episode Highlights:
Erik shares a recent article from inc.com, entitled, Warren Buffett Believes 3 Decisions in Life Separate Those Who Succeed From Those Who Fail. (1:05)
Erik explains more about who Warren Buffet is. (1:25)
Erik gives us the first piece...
2021-07-1537 minBuilding UsFood Is Life – Parenting a Child With Severe Food Allergies, With Erik & Jennifer GarciaIn today’s episode of the Building Us podcast, Jennifer Garcia and Erik Garcia, CFP® recount their journey of discovering their son's severe food allergies, and carefully guiding their family through it. 17 years later, now, they're tackling the college experience.Episode Highlights:
Erik introduces his wife, Jen Garcia. (3:45)
Jen shares how their son’s severe food allergy started. (5:57)
Erik mentions one of the things that comes commonly with food allergies. (8:52)
Erik explains the difference between food allergies and food sensitivities. (10:40)
Jen explains why they carry more than one epi-pen. (12:15)
How did Jen and Erik...
2021-07-081h 03Building UsThe Best Financial Advice I Have Ever Been GivenWhat's the best financial advice you've ever received? Financial advisor Xavier Angel joins Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT, and Erik Garcia, CFP® to share golden nuggets of financial wisdom in this episode of the Building Us podcast.Episode Highlights:
Xavier shares the best advice he has ever been given. (3:03)
Xavier explains what generational wealth is. (3:41)
Xavier discusses savings goals. (5:18)
Xavier shares a story about a conversation with his oldest daughter, several years ago. (12:50)
Xavier mentions the importance of proper planning. (25:27)
Xavier shares why a mortgage is something that people really have to think a...
2021-07-0146 minBuilding UsThe Worst Financial Advice I Have Ever Been GivenIn this episode of the Building Us podcast, Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT, and Erik Garcia, CFP® are joined by Xavier Angel to discuss the worst financial advice given to them. "Free" credit cards, fancy jeans, expensive cars, and big houses...Episode Highlights:
What's the worst financial advice that Xavier has ever received? (2:38)
Xavier mentions some of the goals he had, when he moved to Holland. (3:59)
What happened when Xavier tried to purchase his first car? (9:34)
Xavier explains how his credit card debt demotivated him. (15:16)
Xavier mentions how debt becomes a cycle. (21:34)
Xavier s...
2021-06-2445 minBuilding UsSpecial Needs Parenting: Life Isn't Always Fabuloso with David & Andrea CarothersRaising a special needs child is a mixed bag of emotions. This week Erik Garcia, CFP®, and Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT sit down with David and Andrea Carothers as they share the joys and struggles of raising their special son. Whether you have a special needs child or not, you DO NOT want to miss this episode.Episode Highlights:
Andrea and David introduce themselves. (1:53)
Andrea shares how the pandemic affected her. (2:59)
Andrea gives a background about their son, Ethan. (7:09)
David the difficulties of not having control. (8:56)
How did Ethan’s special needs affe...
2021-06-171h 03Building UsSIMPLE. Money Edition 3: Calculate Your Net WorthYour net worth is a simple calculation that can help you keep “score” of how well you are doing financially over time. In this third installment of the SIMPLE: Money Edition series, Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT, and Erik Garcia, CFP® provide you with a simple, practical, and tactical strategy for helping you calculate and track your net worth. Start now by improving your finances, improving your home, and investing in your relationships with this simple task.Episode Highlights:
Erik mentions today’s SIMPLE series, Money Edition. (00:56)
Erik explains the definition of net worth...
2021-06-1015 minBuilding UsSimple. Money Edition 2: Review Your StatementsWhere is all my money going? I spent how much on what? In this, the second installment of the SIMPLE: Money Edition series, Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT, and Erik Garcia, CFP® provide you with a simple, practical, and tactical strategy for helping you get a handle on your spending. Start now by improving your finances, improving your home, and investing in your relationships with this simple task. This is SIMPLE: Money Edition, from Building Us.Episode Highlights:
Matt mentions why he’s excited about this series. (2:39)
Erik ment...
2021-06-0322 minBuilding UsSIMPLE. Money Edition 1: AutomateSelf-discipline will often let you down. In this, the first installment of the SIMPLE Money Edition series, Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT, and Erik Garcia, CFP® provide you with a simple, practical, and tactical strategy for overcoming your procrastination. Use technology to help you improve your finances and improve your home. Invest in your relationships. Episode Highlights:
Erik shares how their teaching presentations have been doing recently. (2:30)
What is the SIMPLE money task for today’s episode? (4:00)
Erik explains the idea of automating. (4:32)
Erik mentions three ways to automate your finances. (5:20)
Erik explains how t...
2021-05-2718 minBuilding Us5 Things I Wish I Knew Before Launching a Private PracticeIn this episode of Building Us podcast hosted by Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT and Erik Garcia, CFP®, counselors, listen in as Dr. Matt discusses the 5 things he wishes he knew before launching his private practice. As a bonus, Tralana Eugene, marriage and family therapist, discusses the 5 things she's considering as she prepares to launch her practice.Episode Highlights:
Does Tralana think that selling is part of the counseling business? (4:49)
Tralana shares her opinion about strong arming and counseling. (8:41)
Tralana tells us what she’s actively thinking about. (10:43)
Tralana mentions a book she’s cur...
2021-05-2559 minBuilding UsWe Had Our Baby… Part 2 with Lee and Izabela CormierYay! They had their baby. In this episode of the Building Us podcast, hosted by Erik Garcia, CFP®, and Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT, listen in as Izabela Cormier and Lee Cormier share their experience of having baby Cormier #1. Check out their initial conversation with Lee and Izabela. Episode Highlights:
Lee introduces the new member of their family. (2:10)
Izabela shares how her pregnancy went. (8:58)
Lee shares the feeling of being involved in Izabela’s pregnancy. (15:33)
What were Izabela and Lee’s first experiences like holding their newborn baby? (20:41)
Izabela shares what happened after waking...
2021-05-2053 minBuilding UsFinding Her Voice with Erica and Austin Edenfield #ApraxiaAwarenessWe take the ability to speak for granted. Erik Garcia, CFP®, and Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT sit down with Erica Edenfield and Austin Edenfield, ATP/SMS as they share their story of helping their daughter find her voice. Austin's unique professional experience and Erica's motherly instinct lead them to advocate for their daughter to get to the bottom of their daughter's disability. #ApraxiaAwarenessEpisode Highlights:
What kind of technology is Austin working on? (4:27)
Austin mentions how he met Erica. (6:40)
Erica explains what childhood Apraxia is, and its symptoms. (10:18)
How did they notice that their child h...
2021-05-1351 minBuilding UsMoms Are Underpaid: A Tribute to MomsNew Orleans Mom writers Seleigh Taylor and Joey Yearous join couples counselor Dr. Matt Morris and financial advisor Erik Garcia to discuss how the pandemic has disproportionately impacted moms.Moms are the foundations and cornerstones of our families . They are the epitome of what it means to “invest in your relationships” as they sacrifice so much for their families.Moms don’t listen alone! Invite your spouse to join in as Matt, Erik, Seleigh, and Joey wrestle with questions like:Is balance real?Would you rather hire someone to do your laundry or...
2021-05-071h 10Building UsSIMPLE. 6We teach our kids not to...maybe we should be teaching them how to.Every week Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT and Erik Garcia, CFP® end the show with the encouragement to “Invest in Your Relationships.”But how? How do you invest in something that feels intangible? It’s SIMPLE. The Simple series provides you with simple, everyday, practical, and tactical strategies for investing in your relationships and Building Us. Matt and Erik believe these strategies are guaranteed deposits in your emotional bank account. This is...
2021-05-0619 min
Power Producers PodcastBuilding Us with Dr. Matt Morris and Erik Garcia CFPIn this episode of The Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers and co-host Kyle Houck interviews Erik Garcia, CFP®, President at Garcia Financial Group, and Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT, Counselor and Therapist at Matt Morris & Associates. They discuss their knowledge on relationships, money, and their podcast called Building Us Podcast. Episode Highlights:
Matt gives a short background about relationship theory. (11:37)
Matt shares why it’s significant to your family to discuss money. (17:09)
Erik mentions a study about children and money. (18:20)
Matt shares his experience working with Erik. (25:27)
Erik mentions their podcast episode called The...
2021-05-0355 minBuilding UsSIMPLE. 5It’s so delicious. Why wouldn’t you want to do this?Every week Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT and Erik Garcia, CFP® end the show with the encouragement to “Invest in Your Relationships.”But how? How do you invest in something that feels intangible? It’s SIMPLE. The Simple series provides you with simple, everyday, practical, and tactical strategies for investing in your relationships and Building Us. Matt and Erik believe these strategies are guaranteed deposits in your emotional bank account. This is SIMPLE from B...
2021-04-2917 minBuilding UsSIMPLE. 4How many times do you wish you would have…? And it’s so meaningful when someone does it for you. It’s so simple. Every week Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT and Erik Garcia, CFP® end the show with the encouragement to “Invest in Your Relationships.”But how? How do you invest in something that feels intangible? It’s SIMPLE. The Simple series provides you with simple, everyday, practical, and tactical strategies for investing in your relationships and Building Us. Matt and Erik believe these strategies are guaranteed deposits in your emotiona...
2021-04-2214 minBuilding UsSIMPLE. 3Leave it to the couples therapist to make this suggestion. You know you want to.Every week Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT and Erik Garcia, CFP® end the show with the encouragement to “Invest in Your Relationships.”But how? How do you invest in something that feels intangible? It’s SIMPLE. The Simple series provides you with simple, everyday, practical, and tactical strategies for investing in your relationships and Building Us. Matt and Erik believe these strategies are guaranteed deposits in your emotional bank account. This is...
2021-04-1516 minBuilding UsSIMPLE. 2It costs you next to nothing, and pays serious dividends. It's simple.Every week Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT and Erik Garcia, CFP® end the show with the encouragement to “Invest in Your Relationships.”But how? How do you invest in something that feels intangible? It’s SIMPLE. The Simple series provides you with simple, everyday, practical, and tactical strategies for investing in your relationships and Building Us. Matt and Erik believe these strategies are guaranteed deposits in your emotional bank account. This is SIMPLE fr...
2021-04-0812 minBuilding UsSIMPLE. 1How can a little fresh air make a deposit in your relational and emotional "bank account"?" It's simple.Every week Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT and Erik Garcia, CFP® end the show with the encouragement to “Invest in Your Relationships.”But how? How do you invest in something that feels intangible? It’s SIMPLE. The Simple series provides you with simple, everyday, practical, and tactical strategies for investing in your relationships and Building Us. Matt and Erik believe these strategies are guaranteed deposits in your emotional bank account.
2021-04-0114 minBuilding UsBuilding Families: Meet NewOrleansMom.com Life BossesAshley Angelico and Elizabeth Schmelling built New Orleans' premiere digital parenting resource. Serving both residents and visitors to New Orleans, Ashley and Elizabeth have become ambassadors for New Orleans and advocates for families. Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT, and Erik Garcia, CFP®, discuss with these "life bosses", the secret to their success, while maintaining work-life balance. Ashley and Elizabeth share how their side hustle turned into a full-time job, all the while doing what they are passionate about…building families. Episode Highlights:
Elizabeth and Ashley share their background. (3:47)
What’s Elizab...
2021-03-251h 08Building UsOne More Month… We’re Having Our First Baby with Lee and Izabela CormierWe are having our first baby, in one month! Listen in as Lee Cormier and Izabela Cormier, of Canal Street Church, share their pregnancy story and talk about the physical and emotional aspects of becoming a parent as they prepare to welcome baby Cormier into the world in this episode of the Building Us podcast, hosted by Erik Garcia, CFP®, and Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT. Episode Highlights:
Izabela and Lee share a little bit about themselves. (6:51)
How’s the pregnancy been going for Izabela? (10:03)
Izabela shares one of the factors that surprised her...
2021-03-1846 minBuilding UsFeeling Upside Down? Helping Kids Thrive Through the Pandemic…One Year Later with Dr. Laura HernandezOne year later, "Feeling Upside Down?", the poem Dr. Laura Hernandez penned to help kids cope with the pandemic, is still relevant. Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT and Erik Garcia, CFP® discuss with Dr. Hernandez the lessons adults can learn from kids in dealing with complicated circumstances in this episode of the Building Us podcast.Episode Highlights:
Dr. Laura Hernandez shares her background. (5:45)
How has the pandemic impacted Dr. Laura Hernandez’s practice?. (6:46)
Dr. Laura Hernandez shares how the pandemic has changed her personal life. (7:36)
Why do disruptive events force peo...
2021-03-1151 minBuilding UsPart 2: How Am I Going to Pay for College? With John HupaloCollege is CRAZY expensive. As a parent, where do you start planning for your child's Higher Ed? There is so much competing for money. How much should you be saving? Should you prioritize college savings over retirement or paying off debt? How much should I take out in college loans to pay for college? What are ways that can plan for the cost of college other than loans?In Part 2 of this two-part series, John Hupalo, founder of My College Corner and Invite Education, joins Erik Garcia, CFP®, and Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT to wrestle with t...
2021-03-0450 minBuilding UsPart 1: Where Do I Start in Planning for My Child’s College? With John HupaloCollege is CRAZY expensive. As a parent, where do you start planning for your child's Higher Ed? There is so much competing for money. How much should you be saving? Should you prioritize college savings over retirement or paying off debt? How much should I take out in college loans to pay for college? What are ways that can plan for the cost of college other than loans?In Part 1 of this two-part series, John Hupalo, founder of My College Corner and Invite Education, joins Erik Garcia, CFP®, and Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT to wrestle with t...
2021-02-2538 min
Building UsThe Best From the Next Normal, A CompilationWhat are some of the key takeaways from The Next Normal series? In this episode of the Building Us podcast, hosts Erik Garcia, CFP and Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT share and reflect on a few of The Next Normal highlights.Episode Highlights:
Erik explains where the idea for the Next Normal series came from. (1:47)
Matt shares a clip from Brandon Ecker. (2:42)
Matt mentions why he loves the idea of intentionality. (3:53)
Brandon mentions a book entitled One Small Step Can Change Your Life: The Kaizen Way to Success, by Dr...
2021-02-1841 min
Building UsGet Your Kids To Sleep and Get Back Your Bed With Dr. Nilong VyasIs your child getting enough sleep? Dr. Nilong Vyas, the Owner of Sleepless in NOLA, discusses why children must have an adequate amount of sleep and why it makes a big difference in this episode of the Building Us podcast, hosted by Erik Garcia, CFP®, and Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT. Episode Highlights:
Dr. Vyas mentions the term pregnancy brain. (5:27)
Do pregnancy brain and lack of sleep brain have similar concepts? (5:49)
Dr. Vyas shares the latest recommendation from the American Academy of Pediatrics. (6:40)
Why do people sleep, and how does our body reach to...
2021-02-1157 min
Building UsThe Next Normal: Your Spirituality with Sister Rochelle PerrierBeing a religious sister for 55 years, Sr. Rochelle Perrier, a member of the Marianites of Holy Cross, shares her knowledge and expertise on religion and spirituality and discusses how to be grateful in the midst of a pandemic in this episode of the Building Us podcast, hosted by Erik Garcia, CFP®, and Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT. Episode Highlights:
Sr. Rochelle shares her background. (4:34)
Did Sr. Rochelle ever get lost in the Marianites of Holy Cross building? (7:06)
What are Sr. Rochelle’s thoughts on religious centers being physically inaccessible and affe...
2021-02-041h 00
Building UsThe Next Normal: Your Business with Dr. Billy WilliamsWhat do we need to do to be successful? Billy Williams, Ph.D., the President of Inspire a Nation Business Mentoring, shares his knowledge and expertise in business mentoring and the four types of discipline in this episode of the Building Us podcast, hosted by Erik Garcia, CFP®, and Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT. Episode Highlights:
Billy shares how he got his street cred. (6:05)
Billy mentions one of the things that people have to understand. (6:42)
What do we need to be doing to have business success this year? (13:58)
Billy shares th...
2021-01-281h 04
Building UsThe Next Normal: Your Money with Sarah FallawDoes your household need a Chief Financial Officer? Sarah Fallaw, President at DataPoints, shares her knowledge and expertise on saving money and being financially successful in this episode of the Building Us podcast, hosted by Erik Garcia, CFP®, and Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT.Episode Highlights:
Sarah shares her background in industrial psychology, and how she applied the data and research that her father began back in the 80s. (4:20)
What are Sarah’s thoughts about income and wealth? (6:52)
What did Data Points find through the research that they recently did? (7:15)
Sar...
2021-01-2150 min
Building UsThe Next Normal: Your Health with Dr. Jose CalderonHow does the mind-body connection contribute to illness or wellness? Jose Calderon- Abbo, MD, a Psychiatrist and Medical Director at Imagine Recovery, shares his knowledge and expertise on mind-body medicine and the GI tract in this episode of the Building Us podcast, hosted by Erik Garcia, CFP®, and Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT. Episode Highlights:
Jose mentions that mind-body medicine is a discipline within medicine that understands the interconnection of multiple systems in the body. (9:23)
Jose shares that mind-body practices help us to understand holistically our well being, the connection wi...
2021-01-141h 09
Building UsThe Next Normal: Your Habits with Brandon EckerHow can consistency help you achieve your goals? In today’s episode of the Building Us podcast, Brandon Ecker M. Ed., Certified CrossFit Trainer and Head Coach at CrossFit NOLA joins co-hosts Erik Garcia, CFP® and Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT. Brandon talks about the significance of daily consistency, motivation empowerment, and what Crossfit is all about.Episode Highlights:
Matt introduces Brandon Ecker. (5:38)
Brandon shares that the motivation and empowerment that you gain when focusing on winning each day are more rewarding and more predictive of lasting change. (8:44)
Brandon thinks tha...
2021-01-0759 minBuilding UsIs Marriage a Straight Jacket?Is marriage constraining or liberating? In this episode of the Building Us podcast, co-hosts Erik Garcia, CFP®, and Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT explain why marriage is a straight jacket to some people, the aspects of premarital love, and how marriage makes you a better person.Episode Highlights:
Erik shares a study from Harvard that said, happiness and health aren't the result of wealth, fame, or working hard. But instead, it comes from our relationships, and being in a stable relationship is linked to both physical and mental health benefits. (1:43)
M...
2020-12-3153 minBuilding UsCrisis Fretting vs. Crisis Planning. Dealing with Quarantine Then and NowWhat is the difference between crisis fretting and crisis planning? In this episode of the Building Us podcast, co-hosts Erik Garcia, CFP® and co-host Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT share tips on how to avoid crisis fretting and focus on crisis planning. Episode Highlights:
Matt discusses the difference between crisis fretting and crisis planning. (1:53)
Matt shares that crisis fretting is what we all want to avoid as much as possible. (2:03)
Matt explains that crisis planning is focused on now or today. (4:25)
Matt mentions that there’s a lot of unknowns between now, and a month from now...
2020-12-2408 minBuilding UsWhy Is Saving Money So Hard?Why is saving money so difficult? In this episode of the Building Us podcast, co-hosts Erik Garcia, CFP®, and Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT ask a handful of people about how difficult it is for them to save money, and Erik shares the significance of saving money.Episode Highlights:
Matt shares that the significance of taking time to be grateful and appreciative of all the things that are good in our lives, at this moment, and one of the best aspects that we can give each other this holiday season, i...
2020-12-171h 03Building UsIt's Trending: Adult Kids Moving Back In with Mom and Dad with Dr. Robert Casares
How do parents react when their young adult children return home either in a planned or unexpected way? Robert Casares, Assistant Professor, Department of Counseling at Wake Forest University shares his research and insights on “Boomerang Parents” in this episode of the Building Us podcast, hosted by Erik Garcia, CFP®, and Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT. Episode Highlights:
Erik introduces Robert Casares. (3:57)
Robert mentions that he’s done some research into Boomerang parents and what it's like for them when their young adult children come back to the home, either in a planned way or an unexpect...
2020-12-101h 09Building UsWhat Does the Data Tell Us about Love and Money?
How did a family therapist and a financial advisor decide to start a podcast? In this special bonus episode of the Building Us podcast, co-hosts, Erik Garcia, CFP®, and Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT take a turn in the guest chair, as the host of Agency Intelligence podcast, Jason Cass, interviews them about their knowledge and expertise on money and relationships and how the Building Us podcast is tackling these topics in a unique way. Episode Highlights:
Jason introduces Erik Garcia and Dr. Matt Morris. (1:10)
Matt shares that he’s a Family and Couples’ Therapist, and a Profe...
2020-12-0755 minBuilding UsInfluence Your Way to Stronger Relationships with Brian Ahearn
What’s the difference between manipulation and ethical influencing? In this episode of the Building Us podcast, we are joined by Brian Ahearn, CPCU, CTM, CPT, CMCT, International Keynote Speaker, Author and Chief Influence Officer of Influence People, LLC, with hosts Erik Garcia, CFP® and Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT. Brian talks about the impacts of influence in today’s world and the three significant keys to ethically influence people.Episode Highlights:
Erik introduces Brian Ahearn. (2:38)
Brian mentions that when it comes to influencing, he would typically ask the audience about their layman's definition of influence. (5:37)
Brian...
2020-12-031h 06Building UsThe Comic Doc. How Humor Can Break Down Barriers and Strengthen Relationships with Dr. Vien Phommachanh
What is the significance of laughter in medicine? In this episode of the Building Us podcast, hosts Erik Garcia, CFP®, and Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT, are joined by Dr. Vien Phommachanh, Otolaryngologist (Ear, Nose, & Throat Doctor) by day and standup comedian by night in Southwest Florida. Dr. Vien talks about his careers in both medicine and comedy and how being a comedian has helped him to be a better physician. Episode Highlights:
Erik introduces Dr. Vien Phommachanh. (5:08)
Vien mentions that he’s the #1 one ranked Laotian ENT doctor-comedian in Southwest Florida. (5:53)
Vien shares that Laos is t...
2020-11-261h 12Building UsHow One Therapist Embraced Teletherapy and Is Thriving with Tralana Eugene
Is Teletherapy the new normal? Health as we know it is looking a little different these days and Teletherapy can be a useful tool, for both therapists and clients. In this episode of the Building Us podcast, we are joined by Tralana Eugene, LPC, LMFT, NCC, a Licensed Counselor at Dr. Matt Morris & Associates, with hosts Erik Garcia, CFP®, and Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT. Tralana talks about her knowledge and expertise in counseling and the challenges and benefits of teletherapy. Episode Highlights:
Matt introduces Tralana Eugene. (2:56)
Tralana mentions that she’s been counseling and doing tele...
2020-11-191h 05Building UsRethinking Adult ADHD with Dr. Arwen PodestaHow would you know if you have ADHD? Dr. Arwen Podesta, MD, ABPN, FASAM, ABIHM, Director of Psychiatry at Podesta Wellness, joins the podcast to discuss the root causes of ADHD, along with an integrative treatment approach. Building Us is a weekly podcast hosted by Erik Garcia, CFP® and Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT.Episode Highlights:
Matt introduces Dr. Arwen Podesta. (1:22)
Arwen shares her background. (1:40)
Arwen shares that she’s a board-certified adult psychiatrist with sub-specializations in integrative and holistic medicine, addiction medicine, and forensic psychiatry. (1:48)
Arwen mentions that she’s a clinical faculty at Tulane and L...
2020-11-121h 10Building UsSmoothing Out the Mother/Daughter Relationship with Giselle Armantrout and Dr. Carrie Emonet
Navigating the Mother-Daughter teen/tween relationship is tough, especially this year. In this episode of the Building Us podcast, Giselle Armantrout, LMFT, LPC, Licensed Counselor at Matt Morris & Associates, and Dr. Carrie Emonet, PhD, Licensed Psychologist at Emonet Psychology LLC, join co-hosts Erik Garcia, CFP®, and Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT to discuss how the parent-child relationship changes during the teen years.Episode Highlights:
Matt introduces Dr. Carrie Emonet and Giselle Armantrout. (5:17)
Carrie mentions that she has four children, she’s a licensed child psychologist and has been in private practice since 2016. (5:43)
Giselle mentions that she has...
2020-11-0554 minBuilding UsHow to Build Better Habits with Dr. Laurie Darling
In this episode of the Building Us podcast, co-hosts Erik Garcia, CFP® and Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT interviews Dr. Laurie Darling, Ph.D., Clinical Psychologist and Owner of HealthWise Psychology. Dr. Laurie talks about the system of developing and maintaining healthy habits and behaviors. She also shares her knowledge and expertise, in understanding the process of every habit and every behavior.Episode Highlights:
Erik introduces Laurie Darling. (4:25)
Laurie shares her background. (4:43)
What are habits, and why are they powerful? (6:08)
Laurie shares that habits allow us to multi-task, and have more complexity to our activities. (8:21)
Laurie m...
2020-10-291h 06Building UsThe Next Normal: The Future of Higher Education with Dr. Stanton McNeelyIn this episode of the Building Us podcast, co-hosts Erik Garcia, CFP®, and Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT interview Dr. Stanton F. McNeely III, Ed.D, President at the University of Holy Cross. Dr. Stanton talks about his thoughts on virtual teaching and the changes that have occurred at the University of Holy Cross due to Covid-19. Episode Highlights:
Erik introduces Dr. Stanton McNeely. (1:08)
Stanton shares that they’re working through the dynamics of the pandemic which is a reduced occupancy on campus, continuing some things from a distance modality online, and they also have some focu...
2020-10-221h 01Building Us#grownupcivics: If Only Today’s Politicians Took Civics with Mary Dawn PughIn this episode of the Building Us podcast, co-hosts Erik Garcia, CFP® and Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT interview Mary Dawn Pugh, High School Civics Teacher. Mary Dawn talks about the significance of learning Civics and Geography, and the impact of virtual teaching on her students.Episode Highlights:
Matt shares that laughter is a wonderful medicine for relationships and people who laugh together, tend to love together. (1:18)
Matt introduces Mary Dawn Pugh. (3:20)
Mary Dawn shares her background. (3:54)
What is it about teaching high school that Mary Dawn enjoys most? (4:33)
Mary Dawn shares that she teaches freshman Geogr...
2020-10-1539 minBuilding UsHow He Rapped His Way to $0 in Sallie Mae Student Loan Debt with Dee-1In this episode of the Building Us podcast, co-hosts Erik Garcia, CFP® and Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT interview David Augustine Jr., better known by his stage name, Dee-1. Dee-1 is a Hip-Hop Artist, Public Speaker, and Educator. Dee-1 talks about his struggles paying off his student debt and how his success in the music industry changed his life forever.Episode Highlights:
Erik introduces David “Dee-1” Augustine Jr. (2:15 )
Dee-1 mentions that he hates labels because he thinks that it boxes you in, or you’re trying to prove to other people who you are and what you do...
2020-10-0800 minBuilding UsUsing the Enneagram to Build Stronger Personal and Business Relationships with Janine Crum & Christian MooreIn this episode of the Building Us podcast, co-hosts Erik Garcia, CFP® and Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT interview Janine Crum, Certified Enneagram Coach, and Christian Moore, CVO of Real Good Group and Co-Founder of Agent Refined. Janine and Christian share their knowledge and expertise about the Enneagram and how it can be applied to your daily life.Episode Highlights:
Erik introduces Janine Crum and Christian Moore. (1:58)
Janine shares her background and her career. (2:16)
Christian shares his background and his career. (2:47)
Erik shares a quick story about how he met Christian Moore. (3:13)
Erik mentions that he a...
2020-10-0100 minBuilding UsThe Dr. Suess of Color with Children’s Book Author Jesse Byrd Jr.In this episode of the Building Us podcast, co-hosts Erik Garcia, CFP® and Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT interview Jesse Byrd, Award-Wining Story Developer, Editor, and Writer at Jesse B. Creative. Jesse talks about his career in the publishing industry and how the Jess B. Creative publishing house is writing children’s books that feature diverse characters and are created by diverse creators and why that is so important. Episode Highlights:
Jesse shares his background and his career in the publishing industry. (2:54)
Jesse shares that the stories they created for their publishing house called Jesse B. Crea...
2020-09-2457 minBuilding UsErik's 5 Pillars of Financial SecurityIn this episode of the Building Us podcast, co-hosts Erik Garcia, CFP®, and Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT talk about Erik’s ebook entitled, 5 Pillars of Financial Security. They discuss how to manage money by applying the 5 pillars, the physical and emotional impacts of having debt, and the significance of saving money.Episode Highlights:
Matt mentions that Erik has written an introductory guide to financial advising and financial planning called the 5 Pillars of Financial Security. (4:35)
Erik explains the main reason why he wrote the guide. (5:04)
Erik shares that as a financial advisor and investment advisor, his wor...
2020-09-171h 02Building UsInter-racial Marriage Part 2: How 1 Couple is Ending Racism For Their Family Tree with Julia & Daniel PrudhommeIn this episode of the Building Us podcast, co-hosts Erik Garcia, CFP® and Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT interview Daniel Prudhomme, Account Executive at Dell Technologies and his wife Julia Prudhomme, National Account Manager at ConvergeOne. Daniel and Julia were both born and raised in different cultures and are different ethnicities. They share their stories, and experiences as an interracial couple and discuss how they are ending racism for their family tree and how they are navigating raising their biracial children.Episode Highlights:
Erik introduces Daniel Prudhomme and Julia Prudhomme. (1:42)
Daniel mentions that they have been m...
2020-09-1053 minBuilding Us4 Money Conversations to Strengthen your MarriageIn this episode of the Building Us podcast, co-hosts Erik Garcia, CFP® and Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT discuss a little bit about their roots, when and where they started working together, and the idea of how couples can have healthy conversations around money.Episode Highlights:
What are some ground rules for healthy communication, and for having a healthy conversation? (2:32)
Matt talks about the importance of staying connected. If you conflict with somebody, you want to try to stay connected to them. (4:17)
Matt shares that he doesn’t want people to use aggressive and verbally abusive lan...
2020-09-0340 minBuilding UsAdjust Your Work-Life Balance with Dr. Ben DichiaraIn this episode of the Building Us podcast, co-hosts Erik Garcia, CFP® and Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT interview Ben Dichiara, Chiropractor and Manager at Allied Chiropractic and Wellness. Ben talks about his business and his knowledge and expertise in Chiropractic. He also discusses how attitude can influence our business and our relationships, and the significance of adjusting your work-life balance.Episode Highlights:
Erik introduces Ben Dichiara. (00:38)
Ben shares his background and his business. (00:51)
Ben mentions that the DC behind a name means, Doctor of Chiropractic. (2:08)
What kind of attitude adjustment has Ben had to make? (3:51)
B...
2020-08-2859 minBuilding UsThe Entrepreneurial COVID Pivot with Michael Barr
In this episode of Building Us podcast, co-hosts Erik Garcia, CFP® and Dr. Matt Morris, LPC,LMFT chat with guest Michael Barr, co-owner of OPA Signs & Graphics. Michael discusses the history of their family business, the challenges he has experienced, and the ways he has tackled those challenges. Michael also talks about how the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) has helped his business be successful, and how OPA went from making signs to making PPE in the era of COVID-19.Episode Highlights:
Michael shares his background story. (3:09)
What are the challenges Michael has experienced, and how he h...
2020-08-2059 minBuilding UsInter-racial Marriage with Mike and Leah Stancil
In this episode of the Building Us podcast, co-hosts Erik Garcia, CFP® and Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT interview Mike Stancil, PLPC, Counselor at Dr. Matt Morris & Associates and his wife Leah Stancil, Head Coach of the Tulane University Women’s Swimming and Diving Program. Mike, who was born and raised in the US, and Leah, who was born and raised in Barbados, share their stories and experiences as an interracial couple and discuss how they are navigating raising their multiracial children in the current climate. Episode Highlights:
Erik introduces Mike Stancil and Leah Stancil. (1:14)
Mike and...
2020-08-131h 03Building UsEarly Years: The Building Us Story
In this episode of Building Us podcast, co-hosts Erik Garcia, CFP® and Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT discuss the impacts of money on relationships and business, the significance of investing in relationships, the benefits of seeking professional help through counseling, and how the Building Us podcast has evolved. Episode Highlights:
What is Matt’s earliest memory of money? (1:09)
Matt shares a memory of his younger years. (1:26)
Erik shares his childhood memory. (2:56)
What is Matt’s first memory with Erik professionally working together? (4:56)
Matt shares that money has been part of his consultations with couples for years, and the...
2020-08-0641 minBuilding UsHow to Stop Stressing About Stress
In this episode of Building Us podcast, co-hosts Erik Garcia, CFP®, and Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT, discuss better ways to deal with stress, the different kinds of stress, and how stress impacts our relationships.Episode Highlights:
Erik explains the volatility index measures the level of stress in the stock markets. (3:53)
Erik shares that podcasting can be a stressor. (4:41)
What are the possible problems if we don’t deal with our stress? (5:54)
Matt says prolonged exposure to stress does negatively affect the body. (6:39)
Matt shares that there have been studies about chronic stress and children’s adver...
2020-07-3044 minBuilding UsYou Need a Vacation
In this episode of Building Us podcast, co-hosts Erik Garcia, CFP® and Dr. Matt Morris, LPC,LMFT talk about the significance of taking a vacation and the physical and mental benefits of it. They also share some of their most unforgettable and worth sharing vacation experiences.Episode Highlights:
What was Matt’s great vacation memory? (00:42)
Erik says that when he was a child, taking a vacation was something that his parents valued. (1:00)
Matt says that Destin, Florida is a magical place for the New Orleanians. (1:51)
In Matt’s opinion, vacations are not a luxury, they are a nec...
2020-07-2339 minBuilding UsKeeping Up with the Joneses
In this episode of Building Us podcast, co-hosts Erik Garcia, CFP® and Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT discuss how the copy-paste model of emulating others works in achieving success in relationships, finance, and other life goals and the importance of finding the right mentor. Episode Highlights:
Matt shares his thinking on the meaning of “Keeping up with the Joneses”. (00:41)
Erik explains the concept of social indifference and in personal finance. (1:20)
Erik shares how “Keeping up with the Joneses” can impact personal finance decisions. (4:14)
Matt explains how trying to emulate others impacts relationships. (05:10)
Erik explains how the copy-paste...
2020-07-1630 minBuilding UsGiving Principle
In this episode of Building Us podcast, co-hosts Erik Garcia, CFP® and Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT talk about the significance and values of giving, the purpose it gives to everyone, and how it creates a healthy relationship with money.Episode Highlights:
Matt says that Erik is a generous person and a wise financial adviser. (00:41)
Why is giving our personal finances a part of a prudent financial plan? (00:53)
Erik shares that value can be instilled to most people from their culture, and faith like giving to others. (3:02)
Erik mentions that helping others is a universal human t...
2020-07-0933 minBuilding UsIs School out Forever? A Parents Guide to What’s Next
In this episode of Building Us podcast, co-hosts Erik Garcia, CFP® and Dr. Matt Morris, LPC,LMFT chat with guest Dr. Ashley Brooks, LPC LMFT, the Director of Counseling at Restoration Counseling. They discuss ideas on how we can manage working from home and education our kids from home. Episode Highlights:
Erik introduces Dr. Ashley Brooks. (00:45)
Erik explains that every family in America with kids is into this new world of having to work from home and homeschool or supervise their kids. (1:09)
Erik discusses the uncertainty of how school will look in the Fall of...
2020-07-0253 minBuilding UsBeautiful Simplicity
In this episode of Building Us podcast, co-hosts Erik Garcia, CFP® and Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT, talk about the beautiful simplicity of a relationship, financial management as a couple, the importance of investing in a relationship, and why couples should tackle money issues together. Episode Highlights:
As a financial advisor, Erik reads anything that says money is a predicament in marriage or relationships. (1:28)
Matt explains the significance of money in relationships. (1:48)
Matt says that the primary issue surrounding money has something to do with the couple who does not agree on how they should spend an...
2020-06-2531 minBuilding UsBuilding Us TrailerMeet Building Us co-hosts Erik Garcia, CFP®, and Dr. Matt Morris, LPC, LMFT, who bring together their respective expertise in financial planning and family counseling to discuss how to build healthy relationships, build your wealth, and build your life.
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