Digest

In this episode of the Girls Talk Money Podcast, hosts Aaron and Grace discuss the best investments they've made in themselves, particularly in their mid-20s. They emphasize that investments in personal growth and well-being can be just as impactful as financial investments. Aaron highlights the value of spending hundreds of hours learning about personal finance, investing, and real estate, which shifted her money mindset and opened her eyes to the possibilities of wealth building. Grace emphasizes the importance of investing in friendships and community, surrounding yourself with people who are on similar journeys or have achieved success in areas you aspire to. Both hosts agree that trying new things, even if they don't lead to a successful outcome, is valuable for learning and growth. They also discuss the importance of education post-grad, including reading non-fiction books, hiring a content strategist, and taking courses or certificate programs. Aaron shares her experience with functional medicine, highlighting the value of investing in your health, even if it's expensive, to find the root cause of health issues. Grace emphasizes the importance of investing in confidence, both through time and money, citing examples like self-tanning, Invisalign, and microblading. They also discuss the value of investing in travel, whether it's a semester abroad or moving to a new city, as a way to force yourself out of your comfort zone and grow as a person. Finally, both hosts agree that investing in your environment, whether it's your physical apartment or the city you live in, is a worthwhile investment in your mental clarity and well-being.

Outlines

00:00:00

Introduction

This Chapter introduces the topic of the episode, which is the best investments the hosts have made in themselves, particularly in their mid-20s. They emphasize that investments in personal growth and well-being can be just as impactful as financial investments.

00:00:03

Investing in Personal Finance Knowledge

This Chapter focuses on Aaron's experience with investing in personal finance knowledge. She shares how spending hundreds of hours learning about personal finance, investing, and real estate shifted her money mindset and opened her eyes to the possibilities of wealth building.

00:03:15

Investing in Friendships and Community

This Chapter focuses on Grace's experience with investing in friendships and community. She emphasizes the importance of surrounding yourself with people who are on similar journeys or have achieved success in areas you aspire to.

00:10:03

Investing in Trying New Things

This Chapter focuses on the value of trying new things, even if they don't lead to a successful outcome. Both hosts share their experiences with trying different businesses and side hustles, emphasizing that even failed attempts provide valuable learning experiences.

00:15:38

Investing in Education Post-Grad

This Chapter focuses on the importance of education post-grad, including reading non-fiction books, hiring a content strategist, and taking courses or certificate programs. Both hosts share their experiences with these investments and how they have benefited their careers and personal growth.

00:34:31

Investing in Health

This Chapter focuses on the importance of investing in your health, even if it's expensive. Aaron shares her experience with functional medicine, highlighting the value of finding the root cause of health issues and the impact it has had on her life.

00:42:12

Investing in Travel

This Chapter focuses on the value of investing in travel, whether it's a semester abroad or moving to a new city. Both hosts share their experiences with travel and how it has forced them out of their comfort zones and helped them grow as individuals.

00:44:09

Investing in Your Environment

This Chapter focuses on the importance of investing in your environment, whether it's your physical apartment or the city you live in. Both hosts share their experiences with living alone and how it has benefited their mental clarity and well-being.

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Q&A

• What are some of the best investments you've made in yourself, particularly in your mid-20s?

  Both hosts agree that investing in personal growth and well-being can be just as impactful as financial investments. They highlight the value of learning about personal finance, building community, trying new things, and prioritizing their health and well-being.

• How has investing in personal finance knowledge impacted your life?

  Aaron shares how spending hundreds of hours learning about personal finance, investing, and real estate shifted her money mindset and opened her eyes to the possibilities of wealth building.

• Why is investing in friendships and community important?

  Grace emphasizes the importance of surrounding yourself with people who are on similar journeys or have achieved success in areas you aspire to. She believes that these connections can provide valuable insights and motivation.

• Is it worth trying new things, even if they don't lead to a successful outcome?

  Both hosts agree that trying new things, even if they don't lead to a successful outcome, is valuable for learning and growth. They share their experiences with trying different businesses and side hustles, emphasizing that even failed attempts provide valuable learning experiences.

• What are some ways to invest in your education post-grad?

  Both hosts discuss the importance of education post-grad, including reading non-fiction books, hiring a content strategist, and taking courses or certificate programs. They share their experiences with these investments and how they have benefited their careers and personal growth.

• Why is investing in your health important, even if it's expensive?

  Aaron shares her experience with functional medicine, highlighting the value of finding the root cause of health issues and the impact it has had on her life. She emphasizes that spending money to improve your health can be a worthwhile investment in your overall well-being.

• How can investing in confidence benefit your life?

  Grace emphasizes the importance of investing in confidence, both through time and money. She cites examples like self-tanning, Invisalign, and microblading, highlighting how these investments can boost self-esteem and improve how you show up in the world.

• What are the benefits of investing in travel?

  Both hosts share their experiences with travel and how it has forced them out of their comfort zones and helped them grow as individuals. They believe that investing in travel, whether it's a semester abroad or moving to a new city, can be a valuable investment in personal growth.

• Why is investing in your environment important?

  Both hosts share their experiences with living alone and how it has benefited their mental clarity and well-being. They believe that investing in your environment, whether it's your physical apartment or the city you live in, can be a worthwhile investment in your mental clarity and well-being.

• What are some key takeaways from this episode about investing in yourself?

  The hosts emphasize that investing in yourself, whether it's through learning, building community, trying new things, or prioritizing your health and well-being, can have a significant impact on your life. They encourage listeners to consider how they can invest in themselves to achieve their goals and live a more fulfilling life.

Show Notes