In this episode of "From Adversity to Abundance," host Jamie Bateman welcomes two dynamic guests, Dr. Brad Klontz and Adrian Brambila, who are co-authoring a groundbreaking book titled "Start Thinking Rich: 21 Harsh Truths to Take You from Broke to Financial Freedom." The conversation dives deep into their unique backgrounds, financial philosophies, and the controversial yet impactful advice they offer in their upcoming book.

Guests Introduction

• Dr. Brad Klontz
• A financial psychologist with extensive research in the psychology of money.
• Co-author of the book.
• Adrian Brambila
• Known for making $1.7 million while living in a van.
• Social media influencer with millions of followers.

Background Stories

Dr. Brad Klontz’s Journey:

• Grew up poor after parents' divorce at age two; faced significant adversity including family violence.
• Developed an early curiosity about wealth disparities which led him into psychology and later specialized in financial psychology.
• Overcame initial failures in stock trading by learning from his mistakes; now a multi-millionaire involved in multiple businesses.

Adrian Brambila’s Pathway:

• Comes from an immigrant family that achieved millionaire status through extreme saving habits despite limited knowledge about investing.
• Faced bullying during school years but found solace and success through dancing—eventually becoming a professional dancer for T-Pain.
• Transitioned into an online business post-dancing career; became highly successful as an affiliate marketer promoting over 500 companies’ products.

Books and Resources

Start Thinking Rich: 21 Harsh Truths to Take You from Broke to Financial Freedom

Connect with Dr. Brad Klontz

Website: https://www.startthinkingrich.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drbradklontz/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brad.klontz/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbradklontz/?hl=en

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/drbradklontz

Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drbradklontz?lang=en

Connect with Adrian Brambila

Website: https://adrianbrambila.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrianbrambila/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/brambilabong

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/adrian.anthony.brambila

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brambilabong/

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