Send us a text Hello, and welcome to Unshackled 4 Life! We are unlocking prosperity & liberating wealth! I’m your host John Green, and today’s episode is about budgeting. I’ll explain why it is an important practice, and how you can easily start a monthly budget to reel in your expenses and take control of your finances. Here are some key moments in this podcast: 1:55 - Why budgeting is important. 5:15 - How to easily set up a budget. 10:20 - Beware of these budget buste...

Send us a text In today’s episode, I’ll share one of the most costly impulse purchases I’ve ever made and how it impacted my finances. I’ll also discuss things people buy and often regret. My show wouldn’t be complete without addressing WHY we fall for these sales tactics and HOW you can avoid them. Here are some quick timestamps to help you find the info you want: 2:16 - My biggest and most regretful impulse purchase 9:50 - Things people buy and regret later 15:53 - Becoming a MI...

Send us a text We made it to EPISODE 10! This episode is inspired by an article by Isabella Chase called, 8 Everyday Luxuries Wealthy People Quietly Avoid Because They Know the Math. https://geediting.com/gen-8-everyday-luxuries-wealthy-people-quietly-avoid-because-they-know-the-math/ I'll share my thoughts on the article and go into my personal journey with some of these luxury items that can drain your bank accounts quickly. I'll also share which one of these items I have trouble par...

Send us a text Welcome to today's episode of Unshackled 4 Life, where we’ll dive into the minds and works of those who have inspired my journey in financial coaching. These individuals have shaped my perspective on wealth-building, economic empowerment, and financial literacy. Today, I want to honor Dr. Boyce Watkins, Dr. Claude Anderson, John Hope Bryant, and Dave Ramsey—each a beacon of wisdom in their own unique way. Dr. Boyce Watkins is a financial educator and advocate for economic empow...

Send us a text This SHORT episode is simply my wife and I explaining one of our dreams, and how financial literacy has played an important role in our journey to seeing our dream turn into reality. Unshackled 4 Life is a mindset! Break free from debt and consumer mindset, and let money make your dreams come true. Support the show If you want to learn more about becoming free from debt and the Unshackled 4 Life Mindset, please visit our website, www.unshackled4life.com and follow us on Y...

Send us a text "YOLO!!!" Or "Why? Because I Can!" These are the words of those who want what they want, NOW! In this episode, we will talk about these mindsets and how having them cost us money. I will explain why we need to grow and mature when it comes to understanding wants and needs. My wife's grandmother used to tell her, "Just because you can, doesn't mean you should!" Learn to live within your means and control your spending...that will move you forward in your fina...

Send us a text This episode is full of financial tidbits for young adults getting started in the real world. I'll go over common financial traps that keep people in the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle preventing many from fulfilling their dreams and goals. Learn from my mistakes and grow wealth now! Here are some key points in the video: 8:00 Keep your expenses low! 10:50 Effects of trying to impress others 13:00 YOLO! (You only live once) 15:00 Date responsibly 23:50 Keep learning Su...

Send us a text Today's episode is dedicated to Gen Z! How different would my life be had someone told me a few things about money before I figured things out the hard way. There's nothing wrong with starting to get your finances in order early. Things we'll discuss: -Common money traps (Housing, transportation, and credit cards) -Budgeting -Emergency funds -Tips to start adulthood financially strong Please like, share, and SUBSCRIBE! Support the show If you want to learn more ab...

Send us a textWhat is the most recent thing you regret buying? In today’s episode, we’ll talk about some things that we often buy that take away from us building wealth. We’ll address impulse spending, how to avoid it, and how to become a mindful consumer. By following today’s advice, my hope is that you will find some extra money at the end of the month that can be used to pay off debt, build an emergency fund, or build wealth.Tips for Mindful Consumption:1. Quality Over Qu...

Send us a textWhy do 78% of Americans live paycheck to paycheck?We will address the root causes as cited by a Forbes survey. With so many people living on the verge of financial struggle, John Green will share his call to action to free people from the vicious cycle of living paycheck to paycheck (P2P).Also, learn strategies to live unshackled from debt and why saving an emergency fund will keep you free from the P2P cycle.1:26 - Definition of P2P and American Statistics6:07 - Using cre...

Send us a textWhat does "unshackled" mean? What is the Unshackled Mindset?In this episode your host, John Green, will answer what it means to be unshackled from debt, and living an unshackled life without the stress and burdens of money. I will give you the 3 principles of the Unshackled Mindset and 5 tips to help you achieve the unshackled feeling.Here are the key points in the video:9:00 - Key Principle 1: Set financial goals10:10 - Principle 2: Take co...

Send us a textWelcome to Unshackled 4 Life! Stay tuned for more videos about financial literacy, getting out of debt, and building wealth.In this episode, I discuss the effects of credit consumerism. I'll let you know what it is, how it impacts our finances, and how to break free from the credit consumerism mindset.Visit our website: www.unshackled4life.comIG: @unshackled4lifeFB: @unshackled4lifeYT: @Unshackled4LifeSupport the showIf you want to learn more about becoming free from...

Send us a textWelcome to Unshackled 4 Life! Stay tuned for more videos about financial literacy, getting out of debt, and building wealth.If you are weighed down by debt and poor financial habits, I'm here to help! I've made my fair share of money missteps, and I've learned from my mistakes. This podcast is for you if you are looking for tips and information about breaking free from debt and building generational wealth. I'll share my journey and help steer you towards...