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
Reasonable Over Rational
Our decisions will never be 100% rational as our emotions always come into play. Aim for reasonable over rational.
00:02:58 |
Sat 25 Jul 2020
Measure Your Actions, Not Your Outcomes
The more we embrace taking action towards our goals and not judge ourselves solely on outcomes, the better.
00:02:31 |
Sat 11 Jul 2020
How to Move Forward with Empathy
Take a look at your current situation with fresh eyes and be intentional about how you are fitting everything together. And most importantly, be ready to cut yourself some slack.
00:02:18 |
Sat 27 Jun 2020
Our Current State of Affairs
Ignoring what's happening and hoping it all goes back to "normal" might be the easy thing to do. That doesn't make it the right thing to do though.
00:03:45 |
Sat 13 Jun 2020
How to Recharge – Especially Now
The story you tell yourself about your life and finances determines whether you escape or recharge so choose wisely.
00:02:58 |
Sat 16 May 2020
How to Find the Positive
Worry won't get you to where you want to go but a positive mindset and small steps forward will.
00:02:47 |
Sat 02 May 2020
How Setting A New Goal Can Help Now
Give yourself something positive to work on and look forward to in these tough times by setting a new goal.
00:02:38 |
Sat 18 Apr 2020
Boost Your Financial and Emotional Well-Being
Don't let these difficult times keep you down. Learn how to boost your financial and emotional well-being.
00:03:45 |
Sat 04 Apr 2020
What To Do In Uncertain Times
Uncertainty – much like the coronavirus or a stock market pullback – is the only certainty in life but you can decide how to deal with it.
00:02:31 |
Sat 21 Mar 2020
A Fork In The Road
Take the path of more or stay on the road you're already on? It's a decision that will impact the rest of your life. Make sure you choose wisely.
00:02:58 |
Sat 07 Mar 2020
How Can My Actions Make This Better?
We don't control what happens to us but we do control what we decide to do about it.
00:02:27 |
Sat 22 Feb 2020
How will you measure your life?
An unexpected death can remind us of our mortality. Use this reminder to make sure you've got your life aligned towards what matters most to you.
00:03:10 |
Sat 08 Feb 2020
There are no straight lines
Accept uncertainty and embrace flexibility and choice to uncover the system that works best for your family's financial life.
00:02:56 |
Sat 25 Jan 2020
Making Your Life Better in 2020 Doesn't Have to Suck
Three suggestions for improving your life this year while actually enjoying the experience along the way.
00:04:01 |
Sat 11 Jan 2020
Transform Your Holiday To-Do List With One Word
Here's a quick reframe to help melt away your stress and anxiety this holiday season.
00:01:51 |
Sat 21 Dec 2019
Swimming in the Deep End
Dealing with your finances can be intimidating but the payoff is well worth your effort.
00:01:45 |
Sat 07 Dec 2019
Living Well vs. Lifestyle Creep
Keep lifestyle creep in check while still living well. It all starts with awareness.
00:03:21 |
Sat 23 Nov 2019
How to Do That Thing You Don’t Want to Do
Stop beating yourself up over that thing you can't seem to do. Here's how to get it done.
00:03:54 |
Sat 09 Nov 2019
Should We All Get Teslas?
Making your own conscious choices is key to living your best life – instead of your neighbors.
00:02:32 |
Sat 19 Oct 2019
How Your Past Shapes Your Future
Have you taken time to ask what past experiences in your life have shaped who you are? And how they’ve impacted how you choose to live your life – financially and otherwise – today?
00:02:08 |
Sat 05 Oct 2019
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