Why Retirement and Wealth Aren’t What You Think with Adrian Brambila and Dr. Brad Klontz 2j2p3

Adrian Brambila, a self-made millionaire who gained TikTok fame by earning $1.7 million while living in a van, and Dr. Brad Klontz, a leading authority on wealth psychology, have combined their unique expertise in Start Thinking Rich: 21 Harsh Truths to Take You from Broke to Financial Freedom. This book blends Adrian's real-world financial success with Dr. Klontz's academic insights to offer a tough-love, actionable guide for achieving financial independence. It encourages readers to confront harmful money habits and develop strategies for saving, investing, and growing wealth. In this episode, Shawn, Adrian, and Dr. Brad discuss: How mindset influences financial success and wealth accumulation Various approaches to achieving financial independence The role of TikTok and social media as tools for teaching financial literacy Challenging traditional views on retirement Key Takeaways: Embracing minimalism challenges the traditional view that wealth is defined by material possessions, showing that true financial freedom lies in controlling your time and choices. Changing limiting beliefs around money, such as scarcity or fear of failure, is crucial for overcoming financial struggles and achieving long-term wealth. Distancing from those with poor financial habits can help reinforce healthy financial behaviors, as your social circle significantly impacts your mindset and financial decisions. Retirement without a clear sense of purpose can lead to dissatisfaction, emphasizing the need for a structured, purpose-driven post-work life rather than simply quitting work.  "Wealth is not about objects. Wealth is about freedom. Wealth is about your time and choosing to live however you'd like." — Adrian Brambila   "You don’t want to become a millionaire, you just want to spend a million dollars... a poor mindset will start rattling off all the stuff they’re going to buy." — Dr. Brad Klontz Connect with Adrian and Dr. Brad:  Website: https://www.startthinkingrich.com/ Dr. Brad’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drbradklontz/ Dr. Brad’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbradklontz/ Dr. Brad’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drbradklontz Dr. Brad’s X (Twitter): https://x.com/DrBradKlontz Dr. Brad’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brad.klontz Adrian’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrianbrambila/ Adrian’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brambilabong/ Get a free copy of Shawn’s book “The Priority of Retirement” here- https://www.retirewisepro.com/the-priority-of-retirement Shawn: Website- https://www.retirewisepro.com/ YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiIMGdosN-snkV5gFt7FRSg LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/shawn-maloney-retire-wise Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/retirewise_llc/ Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/ShawnMaloney.RetirementPlanning/ Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it. Adrian Brambila and Dr. Brad Klontz are not clients, nor should their appearance in this ment be construed as an endorsement of Shawn Maloney or Retire Wise LLC. Bramify.com, Brambilamethod.com, and YMW Advisors are not d with Retire Wise LLC. or AEWM. The information and opinions contained are provided by third parties and have been obtained from sources believed to be reliable, but accuracy and completeness cannot be guaranteed. They are given for informational purposes only and are not a solicitation to buy or sell any of the products mentioned. The information is not intended to be used as the sole basis for financial decisions, nor should it be construed as advice designed to meet the needs of an individual's situation. 2c3k2s