About this episode
Meet Sarah—a retiree with a multi-million-dollar portfolio, no mortgage, and all her income needs covered by Social Security. Yet, she hesitates to furnish her newly expanded home, fearing it would “waste” money. In this episode, James unpacks Sarah’s story to explore why so many of us struggle to spend, even when we're financially secure. James explores concepts like: - The Purpose of Money: Money is a tool, not an end goal—it’s meant to be exchanged for experiences and joy. - Diminishing Marginal Utility of Wealth: More money doesn’t always bring more happiness, especially as wealth grows. - Time vs. Money: Time becomes more valuable as we age, making it critical to use wealth meaningfully. - Mindset Shifts: Frugality that builds wealth can hold you back from spending in alignment with your values. - Future Self Perspective: Align today’s decisions with the life you want in retirement to avoid future regrets. This episode challenges traditional views on retirement spending, encouraging listeners to shift their mindset, embrace their financial freedom, and focus on living a fulfilling life. Questions answered: Why do we sometimes struggle to spend our money, even when we have more than enough to meet our needs? How can you reframe your mindset to align your spending with the life you truly want to live? Submit your request to join James: On the Ready For Retirement podcast: Apply Here On a Retirement Makeover episode: Apply Here Timestamps: 0:00 - Wasting $ on furniture? 1:59 - What money is 3:26 - A different view of "waste" 5:30 - Diminishing marginal utility 8:49 - Consider what serves you 11:45 - An example from Charlie Munger 14:58 - Audit your decisions 17:04 - Consider your future self 18:55 - Conclusion Create Your Custom Strategy ⬇️ Get Started Here. Join the new Root Collective HERE!