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3622: [Part 1] Wealth Advice That Should Be Obvious by Mr. Money Mustache on Smart Money Habits

from Optimal Finance Daily - Financial Independence and Money Advice · host Optimal Living Daily | Diania Merriam

Get the 200+ Page Optimal Living Daily Workbook (PDF) — Free. Want to turn today’s episode into an actionable plan? Join the Optimal Living Weekly newsletter and I’ll send you our 200-page digital workbook immediately. It’s packed with the best takeaways from the show, formatted for easy reading and implementation at home. Get your free PDF workbook here: ⁠https://oldpodcast.eo.page/join⁠ Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes and learn more at:⁠ OLDPodcast.com⁠. Episode 3622: Mr. Money Mustache lays out deceptively simple principles that separate wealth-building from self-sabotage, from avoiding gambling and lifestyle inflation to questioning every purchase. His practical approach reframes money as a tool for buying freedom, offering a refreshing perspective on spending, investing, and long-term happiness. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.mrmoneymustache.com/2013/09/20/wealth-advice-that-should-be-obvious/ Quotes to ponder: "The only way to win, is to not play." "The only way to get “lucky” in life, is to understand the odds in all areas, and place your own chips on the side where they are in your favor." "You never, ever gamble if your goal is to get richer. It’s as simple as that." Episode references: Las Vegas: https://www.visitlasvegas.com/ Ecuador Travel Information: https://www.lonelyplanet.com/ecuador Chipotle Mexican Grill: https://www.chipotle.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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