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
The enemy that lies within
We can often be our own worst enemy when it comes to our financial lives.
00:01:53 |
Sat 28 Jan 2023
Look back before moving forward
Looking back before moving forward helps remind you of how much you’ve already accomplished and how much you’re capable of doing.
00:03:13 |
Sat 14 Jan 2023
The only goal that really matters
If we can't know with any certainty what the future holds, there's only one goal that really matters.
00:04:37 |
Sat 17 Dec 2022
Why you shouldn’t over-optimize your finances
The good habits that got you to this point aren't the same ones you'll need to enjoy it.
00:03:07 |
Sat 03 Dec 2022
Why guessing is better than knowing
It helps to remember that we often benefit more from the journey itself, not the specific destination.
00:02:48 |
Sat 05 Nov 2022
Is the juice worth the squeeze?
Consider the whole picture, not just the positives, before setting your future intentions.
00:02:11 |
Sat 22 Oct 2022
Nervous about the markets?
You can't control the markets but you should be clear on why you're invested the way you are.
00:02:44 |
Sat 08 Oct 2022
Do you need to flip your money script?
Does money feel like a limiting factor in your life? If so, you might need to flip your money script.
00:03:35 |
Sat 24 Sep 2022
Time for an alignment check
Aligning your life with your finances requires figuring out what you want and where you aspire to be in the first place.
00:01:59 |
Sat 10 Sep 2022
Let's be still
When your world’s just spinning a little too fast, you need to make time to be still.
00:02:02 |
Sat 27 Aug 2022
The 3 stages of every vacation
Awareness can help you enjoy each stage of your vacation more.
00:02:46 |
Sat 13 Aug 2022
Finding something to believe in
If you’re looking for something to believe in that will allow you to maintain a sense of well-being in this crazy world, start by believing in yourself.
00:02:27 |
Sat 30 Jul 2022
Are you an optimizer or simplifier?
Knowing the answer for both yourself and your partner will help you both get and stay on the same page.
00:02:07 |
Sat 16 Jul 2022
My new mailing address starting July 1st
After 13 great years in Oak Park, it's time for a change.
00:01:29 |
Sat 25 Jun 2022
Is it all flying by too fast?
If you're too future-focused, you're likely to miss the only thing that's promised to any of us.
00:01:54 |
Sat 11 Jun 2022
Why now is the time to take your financial temperature
It might not seem like it but now is a great time to take your financial temperature.
00:03:12 |
Sat 21 May 2022
How to use hindsight effectively
It helps to remember that all we can do is make the best decision using the information available to us at that moment in time.
00:02:29 |
Sat 14 May 2022
Avoiding a big mistake
You know those skills that helped you achieve financial comfort and confidence? They aren't necessarily the same ones you'll need to keep it.
00:02:53 |
Sat 23 Apr 2022
Skip the budget and try this instead
Once you're comfortably making more than you spend, try tracking your spending to build awareness and alignment with what matters most to you.
00:02:06 |
Sat 09 Apr 2022
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