Bitesize: The Wealth Trap: Why More Money Doesn’t Create Freedom - Mike Brown #212

In this bitesize episode, Paul sits down with former Navy pilot and entrepreneur Mike Brown to redefine what “wealth” actually means—beyond money, status, and the endless chase for more. Mike shares how a wildly successful business exit didn’t deliver the happiness he expected, and how an “all-in” investment mistake later (losing $100k per month) forced him into a deep personal debrief: how did I get here, and what does a rich life really look like?  Together, they explore the entrepreneur’s “never enough” story, the fear of losing your edge through inner healing, and why true wealth is ultimately about freedom—health, relationships, time, mind, and soul. The conversation also touches privilege with real honesty, including the stark contrast between visiting a prison and then stepping into a life of extraordinary abundance—and what that reveals about freedom, choices, and the starting hands we’re dealt. About the Guest — Mike Brown Mike Brown is a former Navy pilot and entrepreneur who now helps founders and high achievers build what he calls “unbreakable wealth”—a richer definition of success rooted in freedom, alignment, and inner wellbeing.  Find Mike: unbreakablewealth.com Twitter/X & Instagram: @mbrownco Full Episode: https://youtu.be/hqjnjTdI7sg?si=_88LBcAvB6BcdtLW https://open.spotify.com/episode/7oQVL2XCHUTZ0GsmP66okY?si=yLQtMaQeTdGbGLtLmwyr3Q   About the Host Paul Ryan is a CEO, 8-figure business owner, mentor, and host of The Inner Entrepreneur Podcast. 👉 https://pauljryan.net/ Work With Paul You can book a discovery call with Paul here: 👉 https://www.pauljryan.net/