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This is where you can find books that can change the way you think about money, investing, and life.
Every episode is a deep yet simple breakdown of a book, which we know will give you practical insights to act on. It’s all about building financial freedom and the mental clarity to enjoy it.
Presented by Finology
The Financial Freedom Company
This is where you can find books that can change the way you think about money, investing, and life.
Every episode is a deep yet simple breakdown of a book, which we know will give you practical insights to act on. It’s all about building financial freedom and the mental clarity to enjoy it.
Presented by Finology
The Financial Freedom Company
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You’ve apologised for things you didn’t plan to say.You’ve doubled down on decisions you knew weren’t great.You’ve felt emotions decide faster than your brain could catch up.That gap is what Emotional Intelligence by Daniel Goleman is really about.In this episode, we discuss:Why emotions jump into control before reasoning gets a voteHow a lack of self-awareness quietly ruins good decisionsWhat empathy looks like when you’re irritated, tired, or defensiveHow people who handle emotions well seem to get fewer things “wrong”One line to leave you with: most damage isn’t caused by bad intent, it’s caused by unexamined emotion.
What if the thing you’re scared of losing is already gone?In this episode, we talk about Who Moved My Cheese? and why this tiny book keeps showing up exactly when people feel stuck, restless, or quietly anxious about change.We get into:How comfort turns into a trap.Why overthinking change delays action.The quiet cost of waiting for certainty.How movement creates clarity, not the other way around.One simple takeaway: The moment you stop standing still, things start making sense again.
What if “fixing yourself” was never the point?In this episode, we'll talk through The Gifts of Imperfection. Worthiness that doesn’t wait for upgradesHow perfectionism sneaks in as a safety habitWhy fitting in feels easier than belongingWhat courage and connection look like in real life.This one’s more about understanding than improving.
What if the universe really was trying to tell you something?In this episode, we dive into The Alchemist and why it keeps showing up on everyone’s shelf:How chasing your dream is less about the end and more about noticing the signs along the way.Why the obstacles you hate might actually be clues pointing you forward.The little moments that teach you more than any plan ever could.And how treasure sometimes isn’t about gold—it’s about what you discover in yourself.By the end, you might just start paying attention to the whispers you’ve been ignoring.
Ever felt drained because people around you wouldn’t stop talking all day?This episode is for that feeling.We talk about why some of our best ideas strike us when we're alone, why constant collaboration is overrated, and how being “low-key” is often mistaken for being low-impact. If you think better alone, need space to process, or feel invisible in loud rooms, this one will feel uncomfortably familiar.
A made bed won’t change your life. But the discipline behind it might.Make Your Bed is a reminder that the tiniest habits often hold the real leverage.In this episode, we get into:Why routine beats motivationHow SEAL training builds unshakeable focusThe mindset that helps you regain momentum, fastIf you feel scattered, start small, like with this episode
What if success could cost you the very life you’re trying to improve?Robin Sharma’s The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari follows a high-powered lawyer who walks away from everything he once believed mattered to find the peace he never had.In this episode, we uncover:Why achievement without intention leaves us feeling emptyHow daily discipline builds a life that feels meaningful, not performativeThe six lessons hidden inside the famous fable of the gardenSimple rituals for protecting your mind, time, purpose, and relationshipsIf you’ve ever felt like you’re climbing fast but unsure whether the ladder is leaning on the right wall, this episode will help you rethink what “a good life” actually looks like.
What if quitting was the smartest move you could make?Seth Godin’s The Dip dismisses the “never give up” script and shows why the real winners are simply just strategic.In this episode, we break down:How to spot a Dip, the tough stretch that’s actually worth pushing through.How to identify a dead end masquerading as hard work.Why selective quitting protects your time, talent, and sanity.If you’ve been stuck on a project, a plan, or a dream that feels heavy, this one will help you choose your next act.
Money is a story we tell ourselves about success, comfort and what a good life should look like.In this episode, we explore The Psychology of Money through key ideas, like:• Why behaviour beats intelligence when it comes to wealth• How comparison quietly destroys satisfaction• The hidden power of a strong savings habit• Why real wealth is the freedom to control your time• How to protect yourself from risky financial narrativesListen and reflect on what you’re actually chasing with money and what you want it to do for you.
Habits are “votes” for the kind of person you become. So what are you voting for daily?In this episode, we're discussing Atomic Habits through some key ideas, like:How small cues bend your behaviour without willpowerWhy identity matters more than motivationThe trick behind making habits feel rewarding nowA simple way to reduce friction so habits stop feeling heavyUse it as a cue to start one habit you’ve been meaning to begin.
If you’ve been overthinking everything lately, this is the episode that finally explains why.Why you feel responsible for emotions that aren’t yours.How people-pleasing becomes automatic without you noticing.The quiet power of letting people be who they are.How choosing yourself changes your relationships, reactions, and energy.Tune in and learn how to stop carrying what was never yours.
Your mind keeps you thinking about life, so you never actually live it. This episode looks at that habit. We explore four ideas that make everyday presence feel doable, even when your head is noisy, your schedule is full, and the moment isn’t perfect.Why your mind replays and rehearsesSmall ways to pause without forcing stillnessBringing attention back through the bodyHandling discomfort without jumping aheadListen, and give the present a fair chance to surprise you.
Influence without manipulation. Connect without forcing. Lead without friction. This episode breaks down Dale Carnegie’s How to Win Friends and Influence People in four actionable ways to improve your relationships, conversations, and leadership:How to win people over without arguments or offence.Why small gestures and praise can unlock big changes in relationships.The art of seeing the world from someone else’s point of view.Leadership strategies that make people want to follow you willingly.Tune in and win people over without friction!
We’re living in the safest time in history, and yet we’re more restless than ever. Why?Dopamine Nation has a surprisingly grounded answer.This episode breaks down:The paradox of too much pleasure and too little fulfilment.What dopamine actually does (and doesn’t) control.Why discipline feels painful at first and why that pain helps.What recovery looks like in a world full of instant hits.Curious how it all connects? Listen and see.
You think your past is the villain? Adler says it’s not.In this episode, we talk about the mental rewiring behind why we hold on to stories that keep us stuck, and how to finally drop them. Know how and why:The past isn’t pushing you; you’re pulling it along.Most problems look personal, but they’re actually about people.Freedom begins the moment you stop doing tasks that aren’t yours.To live your life, you must accept being misunderstood.Happiness is choosing to contribute, not compete.If you’ve been waiting for a sign to live on your own terms, this episode is it.
Most people chase success by changing their work, not their thinking. That's the wrong way!In this episode of Finology Insider, we unpack Think and Grow Rich through 6 phases that turn desire into lasting success by telling you how to:Spark a burning desire that sets everything in motionTrain your mind to stay focused when distractions creep inTurn belief into bold actionBuild momentum that doesn’t fadeDraw strength from the right people and ideasEvolve in a way that success naturally followsIn short, this episode shows you how to build the kind of inner stability that makes outer success inevitable.
Most people overestimate talent and underestimate mindset. Which one are you betting on?In this episode of Finology Insider, we unpack Carol Dweck’s Mindset: The New Psychology of Success through 5 practical ways to build a growth mindset:Why we tend to value talent over effortHow feedback shapes our self-imageWhy failure feels personalWhat real growth looks likeHow to train your mind to stay curious instead of defensiveIn short, learn how subtle shifts in thinking can keep you learning longer.
Forget willpower. Forget spreadsheets. What if building wealth could happen automatically? In this episode, we break down The Automatic Millionaire and show how simple systems:Paying yourself first,Spotting the Latte Factor, Protecting your money, andGiving backcan turn your paycheck into long-term freedom.
Life isn't happening to you. It's happening because of you. It's your habits that truly define your choices, which then shape what you do and what happens to you. In this episode of Finology Insider, we break down Stephen R. Covey’s The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. Know how:Being proactive changes the way you respond to challengesPrioritising the right things keeps your focus sharpBuilding win-win relationships improves collaboration and trustSmall, deliberate shifts in thinking can expand your influence and growthSee how effectiveness isn’t luck, but a set of habits you can practice every day.
Millennials juggle debt, rising costs, and uncertainty. No wonder investing feels out of reach.In this episode of Finology Insider, we go cover to cover on Broke Millennial Takes on Investing. Know Erin Lowry’s takes on:Why learning the basics is like building a new languageThe right way to set money goals Finding your personal comfort level with riskBuilding a portfolio that can handle ups and downsPicking tools and platforms that make investing easierSpotting scams before they drain your savingsIf there’s one lesson here, it’s this: you don’t have to be rich to start investing, but you have to start to stop feeling broke.
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