Audio Articles By Brian Plain
A collection of audio articles by Brian Plain. Brian is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (TM) who helps Gen X families live better by blending what works for them emotionally and financially.
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- Update frequency
- every 14 days
- Average duration
- 2 minutes
- Episodes
- 152
- Years Active
- 2019 - 2025
There's no getting it 'right'
We might not be able to get it 'right' but we can always do this.
00:01:55 |
Sat 13 Sep 2025
Don't wait
One of the most important things I've learned from seeing hundreds of families' finances.
00:02:00 |
Sat 23 Aug 2025
A reminder worth revisiting
Don't lose sight of the forest when you're surrounded by trees.
00:01:20 |
Sat 09 Aug 2025
A simple way to gain perspective
Here's the low hanging fruit that's always accessible for gaining a new or different perspective.
00:01:39 |
Sat 26 Jul 2025
It's going to be uncomfortable
Moving into a new money stage is going to be uncomfortable. Here's how you can manage it better.
00:02:47 |
Sat 12 Jul 2025
Meet yourself in the middle
Rules of thumb only get you so far but trying to get it all 'right' is a fool's errand. Try this instead.
00:02:05 |
Sat 28 Jun 2025
Time for an alignment check?
Are you using your time, money, and attention in service of what matters most to you?
00:01:33 |
Sat 14 Jun 2025
Expecting the unexpected
Not knowing what lies ahead doesn't mean you can't prepare for whatever it might be.
00:01:54 |
Sat 24 May 2025
Learning to let go
Expecting everything to go the way you want can be a recipe for disappointment.
00:02:23 |
Sat 10 May 2025
A simple way to feel better
How conscious are you being about your consumption?
00:02:05 |
Sat 26 Apr 2025
When in doubt, make it personal
The world goes mad sometimes. But that doesn't mean you have to go along for the ride with it.
00:02:29 |
Sat 05 Apr 2025
Is your ‘check engine light’ on?
Ignoring the noise doesn't mean you should ignore how you feel.
00:01:56 |
Sat 22 Mar 2025
There's no such thing as...
There's no certainty to be found in an always uncertain world but here's what is within your control.
00:01:54 |
Sat 08 Mar 2025
Those simple money decisions? Here’s why they’re not so easy
Money decisions get complicated in the minefield of your emotions.
00:02:02 |
Sat 22 Feb 2025
Turning down the volume
Feeling burnt out and/or a little numb? That's a sign it's time to turn down the volume in your life.
00:02:55 |
Sat 08 Feb 2025
One simple way to get back on track
Your next step is the only one that really matters.
00:02:19 |
Sat 25 Jan 2025
How to make friction your friend this year
Sometimes one small change can is all you need to make a big difference.
00:02:25 |
Sat 11 Jan 2025
Counting our joys
While we're all fighting our own battles, we'll find plenty to be joyful about if we remember to look for it.
00:02:27 |
Sat 14 Dec 2024
Don't get hurt
See the potential but don't forget to look at how you might get hurt.
00:02:34 |
Sat 23 Nov 2024
The next money question to ask
Is your cash is flowing the right way? Here's a question to help you find your answer.
00:01:48 |
Sat 09 Nov 2024
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