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The Life Money Balance® podcast helps you “let your life lead your money, not your money lead your life” and engage with your journey to create your life's design. The podcast uses compelling conversations that combine money psychology with personal finance topics to improve your well-being and achieve your life aspirations.
Your host Dr. Preston D. Cherry (“Dr. Cherry”), interviews guests and performs solo shows to provide an emotion-safe space where real people engage in real talk and share authentic moments. Let’s chop! Learn more by following @drprestoncherry, Certified Financial Planner, Certified Financial Therapist, University Professor, and Founder & President of Concurrent Financial Planning, www.concurrentfp.com.
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The LMB® Podcast invites special guest Saundra Davis, MSFP, APFC®, MCC, FBS®, CSC, "The Financial Coach's Coach," a #FinancialTherapy pioneer, Director of the Financial Planning Program at Golden Gate University, and Founder of Sage Financial Solutions. We discuss the roots and characteristics of #financialtrauma, how financial trauma impacts people's lives and finances through particular life and money events that shift future relationships with money, and approaching solutions with #compas...
"Is Social Security Running Out?" People already have worry & anxiety over retirement. Being alarmist with information cloaked in awareness needlessly elevates the strife. Knowing how the SS system works and what to expect, near-term retirees can DIY or partner with a financial planner or financial coach to adjust their retirement funding plan. Conversation Insights: Brief SS System history and why the history is essential in how we view the SS benefit funds our retirement.Understand ho...
Embark on a transformative journey with us as we explore the impact of positive psychology on financial resolutions, guided by the insightful expertise of Ashley Quamme. Discover how a shift in mindset, from mere goal-setting to embracing well-being and purpose, can turn your New Year's aspirations into reality. You'll learn the significance of writing down intentions for enhanced clarity and success, and why understanding the profound interplay between emotions and financial security is cruc...
The Life Money Balance™ journey finds roots in story exchanges that help us establish the foundation and build frameworks to process life events and achieve our aspirations. Episode nine welcomes w/ Leah Davis, FFC®, who shares her story of resilience that fuels her life aspirations which connect her life with her money. Her story has themes of life and money, trauma, abuse, and discovery. She shares how her journey led her to the personal finance and financial coaching professions focused on...
Your aspirational life evolves, and you transition from season to season. Aspirations and seasons integrate life, money, and career platform choice. When one season finds a peak, you ask yourself, “what do I aspire to do next?”. Other questions that you may ask yourself: -Where are my fulfillment gaps? -How do I want to maximize my life and money well-being? -Can I envision courageously in my aspirational mission? -Which career platform is best for me? Workplace or entrepreneur? O...
In this episode, we extend from marriage and money theme foundations from the Charles and Carla episodes 2 & 3. Renowned & decorated financial planner and long-time married (25 years), Lazetta Rainey Braxton, MBA, CFP®, imparts wisdom on the "business of marriage". We discuss how marriage's emotions, values, and love intersect with the values and mechanics of money across marriage's ever-evolving course. From the unique perspective of a person and planner, Lazetta offers frameworks fo...
In this timely episode, Dr. Cherry shares how "It's OK" to experience certain feelings about the external economic environment and how to analyze & adjust your personal situation to help manage and maximize your internal environment. The show emphasizes an emotional process to progress towards being prosperous during and after periods of uncertainty. Give yourself some grace, empathy & compassion to avoid having natural pause and caution turn to fear and panic. Dr. Cherry offers educa...
In this episode, we welcome Dr. Michael G. Thomas, AFC®, to discuss cryptocurrency through the lens of financial wellness and behavioral psychology while considering the framework and mechanical education of crypto, DeFi, and Blockchain technology. We begin with Michael sharing his story that helps fuel his passion for emotional empathy and financial wellness, ingredients that are missing from the hardline and fast information highway of cryptocurrency. We discuss the importance of establishi...
Deciding to start a journey is courageous and promising. How do you effectively select a pathway that bests fits your desired needs, experiences, and outcomes? There are many choices and much information available. Dr. Cherry shares four self-discovery questions that will help inform your pathway partnership. We discuss pathways such as financial coaching, financial planning, financial platforms, financial education courses, what to look for, and what benefits they could bring to your journey...
Dr. Cherry's parents, Charles and Carla, continue sharing their Life Money Balance™ journey. There are treasures troves of wisdom! We ask, and they share their perspectives on savings, spending, intentional goals, personal preferences, transitions, and trade-offs. They also share knowledge on the emotions, values, experiences, and stories meaningful to them, which informed their life and money decisions, behaviors, and practices. They comment on transitioning and living in retirement. There a...
Where did the tenents of Life Money Balance all begin? Meet Dr. Cherry's parents. Married for 43 years, they discuss how their life influences and experiences directly affected how they made decisions as a unit on how they were going to raise their children. We talk about self-worth, access, relational communication, family communication, money talks and decisions within the household, and having empathy & compassion and being vulnerable.
Dr. Cherry shares the philosophy, expectations, takeaways, and topics of the LMB podcast. He also shares how his personal story helped shape LMB and Concurrent Financial Planning. The show discusses LMB and how personal stories help people connect with their LMB journey to maximize their wellbeing. Let’s chop!
In this episode, Dr. Preston Cherry breaks down two popular ways to invest: dollar cost averaging (investing smaller amounts over time) and lump sum investing (putting all your money in at once). He explains how emotions like fear and regret influence our choices, and why understanding your own goals and risk tolerance is key. Backed by real data, this conversation helps you figure out which strategy might work best for you. Takeaways: • Mindset matters • DCA reduces risk • Lump sum wins lon...
In this episode, Preston Cherry talks about how Gen X is facing big financial pressure from mortgage debt—especially as they near retirement. He shares smart, simple ways to tackle that debt early, like making extra payments or using surprise money (windfalls) to get ahead. He also warns against common mistakes and encourages being financially ready for retirement. Takeaways: • 38% Gen X in debt • Debt-free = peace of mind • Extra payments = big win • Windfalls can help • Don’t tap retiremen...
In this episode,Dr. Preston Cherry shares why financial planning should go beyond just investments. Many people feel let down by traditional advice that doesn't reflect their real lives. He explains how the best financial plans connect your money with your goals, values, and well-being. At the heart of it all? Trust, understanding, and a big-picture approach. Takeaways: • Connect money + life • Go beyond investing • Clients want trust • Advisors must listen • Plan the whole picture Want to ...
In this episode, Dr. Preston Cherry dives into geographic arbitrage—how moving to a different state or country can stretch your income and improve your quality of life. Dr. Cherry covers key factors like retirement locations, managing Social Security and investments abroad, and handling taxes as a U.S. citizen overseas. Plus, the discussion highlights how cost of living, healthcare, and lifestyle choices play a big role in relocation decisions. Takeaways: • Retire richer by relocating • Lowe...
In this episode, Dr. Preston Cherry challenges traditional budgeting and introduces reverse budgeting, a method that prioritizes personal values and guilt-free spending while ensuring financial security. He outlines a five-step approach: knowing your retirement number, automating finances, covering fixed costs, enjoying discretionary spending, and reviewing regularly. His approach emphasizes a holistic, flexible path to financial wellness. Takeaways: • Budgets can feel restrictive • Reverse ...
In this episode, Dr. Preston Cherry dives into how the concept of wealth is evolving and why being a millionaire isn't what it used to be. With inflation and rising living costs, the financial landscape has shifted. He shares key insights on income, net worth, and how to focus on your unique financial path rather than comparing yourself to others. Dr. Cherry also debunks wealth myths and offers practical strategies for long-term financial success. Takeaways: • $1 million isn’t enough anymor...
In this episode, Dr. Preston Cherry breaks down the essentials of equity compensation—RSUs, ISOs, NQSOs, and ESPPs. He explains how taxes and behavioral biases can influence your decisions and offers smart strategies to maximize your equity benefits while avoiding common traps. Takeaways: • Know your tax impact • Sell RSUs to cover taxes • ISOs can lower taxes • ESPPs offer discounted stock • Plan ahead to win big Want to learn more? Connect with us below! Stay informed and inspired! Join ...
In this episode, Dr. Preston Cherry breaks down how business owners can choose and use retirement plans to boost income, cut taxes, and maintain their lifestyle. He covers Simple IRAs, SEP IRAs, Solo 401ks, and cash balance plans while explaining key tax-saving strategies, like diversifying tax exposure and using Health Savings Accounts (HSAs). Takeaways: • Maximize income & tax savings • Choose the right plan • Solo 401ks = big contributions • Cash balance = higher limits • HSAs = tripl...
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