Love this! Money gives us choices but it can never be the solution to happiness. The lack of money can really be painful, but it’s definitly a balance of financial minimalism - not sacrificing our happiness for our security as well as not sacrificing our security for happiness. It is amazing how little we need for our needs and the important thing is defining what is enough. I feel having no debt, saving for emergency fund, and investing jn retirement is a great framework discussed by Dave Ramsey Financial peace. Yet even after achieving this - I’ve found putting my security in Jesus has been the key for me to feel that security. Everything about my issues with money is answered in the Bible. That has been my experience.
I would agree that after saving for an emergency, eliminating your debt and securing your retirement future, most all important financial needs are met. Everything beyond that is nice, but not necessary. Your relationship with Jesus sounds beautiful!
Great interview. Joshua makes a great point: we need a whole lot less than we think, in material terms, and certainly less than we've been conditioned to want.
Big struggle here at our house. Working on a path to needing and wanting less. It is tough but moving forward. Thanks for the great content and guests.
I just randomly clicked this video and got excited when both of my favorite people I follow are in one screen. May you bless more with all the good influence you both give to the world.
Great interview! A couple thoughts... 1. I think a lot of folks might enjoy hearing advice on how to move from enjoying one's job in service to others, to transitioning from that job to something even more meaningful, with practical/applicable steps, like an implementation plan. 2. I get your point about kids, but they are not always easy to make. Approximately 20% of couples struggle to conceive. Let's not forget such a prominent portion of the population. 3. When you grow up poor with no financial resources and no financial security, it can cause you to 'be smart' with money by putting some away for emergencies and retirement. And that plan can mean you have little leftover to give prior to retirement (save now, so I can live free and give freely later). Curious to hear how either of you would reconcile that, with and without a faith-based world view. Thanks again!
Money to me is just a tool. I simply look at it with two choice paths. 1. You work for money trading more of your time and physical presence. or 2. Create a system that makes the money to replace you as the source so you can have more choices and time freedom. Another words money works for you. Create your own wealth instead of someone else's trading more of your time.
Wow guys!!! What a wonderful conversation on doing more with less! 🤩😍 My husband and I were JUUUUUST having this conversatio last night!! I'm on team LESS & he's on Team MORE!! I asked him when will he feel it's "enough" & his mediocre reply was just, "I'll know". Any suggestions on how to merge us into a happy medium-ish compromise? 🤔
I have a suggestion: I am married 55 years this coming August. My husband isn’t on board about this all the time either. So I am working in downsizing ‘my stuff’ first. Because he has ‘no vote’ ’ on my personal things and what I do with them. We are in this particular house 20 years. I’m clearing out things I am more involved in: kitchen, bathrooms, my clothing, my craft items, my books, my CD Collection, my jewelry. I set the lead. I set the example. I don’t nag him about his ‘stuff’. He’s getting the picture now. And we celebrate our 55th anniversary this year. So this works for us. He follows when he’s ready. Not all the time. But it helps until ‘I’m ready’ to hit his office here at home next year. Then we reevaluate where we are about this house again. Thus gives me 18 months to get my things down to size. Women transition easier to changes within the house more than men. As they get older, they want fewer changes. My husband this month is donating 2 laptops from his office to a homeless shelter. He decided it on his own. Believe me, he is aware of what is going on. So ladies, I say this kindly: shut up! Don’t nag. Just do it. Nike shoes says it. Then your fellas will be soon asking ‘you’ questions about what to do with their things. There us a season for everything. Accumulating things is ok. I get it. Did it. Now im in a very different place to donate items where they are needed most. And sell some furniture and many other items to get cash for emergency 12 month savings. Being in this very long-term relationship I have learned a lot. Just rethink the challenge. Is it clutter that bothers you or the fact the value system isn’t the same? And how does one align values? If that can’t be done, get out of that relationship. It takes time to create this life. It takes a lot of conversations. No tv on No cell phone checks. Both partners need to be on bill paying process. That in itself will open eyes. Who is the ‘infidel’ spender?? It may be YOU and not your partner. But eventually your partner will get the picture. I’m very experienced in this. Pat in Colorado
Hi Michelle! I agree with Pat Schneider's comment. Your husband will probably come around eventually. Just set the example and don't nag or complain. If you truly feel resentful because you are constantly cleaning up his messes, though, have a respectful conversation in which you express your feelings without yelling or blaming. I did that with my husband, and he said he honestly didn't realize how much work and frustration the clutter and mess caused me and promised to take more responsibility for his stuff (both getting rid of some stuff that he didn't need and cleaning up after himself more). Other than that, I've focused on minimizing my personal stuff, the things that belong to our two youngest children (ages two years and six months), and the common stuff in the kitchen and bathroom, which my husband mostly doesn't seem to care about. When we got married, he was very much in the "we need more" mindset, but he's changed a lot just by being around me. He used to express his love for me and the kids by buying us stuff we didn't need, but now he asks before buying anything and generally expresses his love by spending more time with us instead of giving us material gifts. He rarely feels stressed or fearful about not having enough, because I've managed, over the years, to convince him that we actually have far more than we need. I talk with him frequently about my values and way of thinking about money and material goods, but not in an accusing way. We love to take long walks together and share ideas from our reading and online research, and I'll often say things like, "I read today that two billion people in the world don't have access to a bathroom. I thought our bathroom wasn't that great, but it now it seems really luxurious." I'll also pay attention to what my husband actually uses and what he doesn't, and if I notice, for example, that he has a particular shirt in his closet that he hasn't worn in a year, I'll say to him, "I've noticed that you never wear this shirt anymore. Do you mind if I donate it so someone else can use it and so it'll be easier for you to get.to the ones you actually wear?" Or, "We have two copies of this book. Do you think we could put one out in the Little Free Library?" He'll usually say, "Go ahead!" He's even been heard several times, recently, admitting that the house feels more peaceful and relaxing when there isn't a lot of clutter. He used to buy lots and lots of books, but he now uses the public library regularly. He's happy with all the money we save by not buying disposable stuff or other material luxuries that we don't need, because it allows us to travel more, which has been his life-long dream. A few years ago we became a no-TV, one-car family, and he has actually agreed that we can move to a smaller house and go car-free when he retires in seven years (when three of the six kids who are currently living at home will be adults and the fourth nearly so) so that we can focus on our writing, growing our own food, long-distance bicycling/hiking trips, and volunteering with disaster relief efforts and sustainable agriculture projects. My point is that my husband is learning that focusing less on earning money and acquiring stuff actually gives you more freedom, rather than less, as Joshua says, to live a life that is full of love, purpose, and meaningful experiences. I should say that I have learned a lot, too. With six kids and two dogs at home and no decorating budget, our house is not going to be on the cover of any minimalist decorating magazine, but I've finally realized that it doesn't have to be. Minimalism is a journey, not a destination, and the important thing is that we are living a life that we love and learning more about letting go every day.
Well to be honest it’s very important. It’s not about the stuff you can buy to fill up the house. Money is about making sure you have the “ability,” if needed, for college, to get kids out of trouble, to have money for their down payment on a house in the distant future. Moreover, having more money to possibly pay for their house in full. If that can be achieved then perhaps fully paying for a better house in a safer, more nicer neighborhood. Multiply the foregoing with the number of children you have. And that’s just for the kids. You have to have money to recover from a possible divorce. You have to have money for investments to create cash flow. A husband needs to budget to manage the family’s expectations all while growing the family’s net worth!
people wouldn't obsess over money if life wasn't so expensive. Just basic essentials cost so much and I blame greedy corporations and banks. so the GREED of money is the problem. These elites have us in a choke hold. So of course you don't need a house full of "junk" but some people like me have to find something is this crappy world to be excited about, that is comic collectibles or collection halloween decor. So YES, you do need money to enjoy life. you don't need to be a Kardashian to live the perfect life but still.. just have money to buy some things that distract from the chaos.
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Love this! Money gives us choices but it can never be the solution to happiness. The lack of money can really be painful, but it’s definitly a balance of financial minimalism - not sacrificing our happiness for our security as well as not sacrificing our security for happiness. It is amazing how little we need for our needs and the important thing is defining what is enough. I feel having no debt, saving for emergency fund, and investing jn retirement is a great framework discussed by Dave Ramsey Financial peace. Yet even after achieving this - I’ve found putting my security in Jesus has been the key for me to feel that security. Everything about my issues with money is answered in the Bible. That has been my experience.
I would agree that after saving for an emergency, eliminating your debt and securing your retirement future, most all important financial needs are met.
Everything beyond that is nice, but not necessary.
Your relationship with Jesus sounds beautiful!
Great interview. Joshua makes a great point: we need a whole lot less than we think, in material terms, and certainly less than we've been conditioned to want.
I learned a lot during this interview! Thanks for watching Sean
I retired at 56 years old. I am single with no kids, and I do not own a home. I've never been happier.
Sounds like you’re all set!
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After owning 3 homes, I'm starting to think renting is the way to go. Less maintence costs.
What do you do with your time and money now?
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Big struggle here at our house. Working on a path to needing and wanting less. It is tough but moving forward. Thanks for the great content and guests.
I'm glad you enjoyed the conversation. It is a daily struggle here at our house as well. Working on it!
I just randomly clicked this video and got excited when both of my favorite people I follow are in one screen. May you bless more with all the good influence you both give to the world.
That is so kind! Thank you so much for supporting us!
My two favorites! Love this show with Joshua Becker! He is so wise!
I am so proud of you also and the father and husband you are!
Wow! Thank you so much Carol!
It was so fun to learn from Joshua. He’s a great leader for the life I want to lead.
You do at such a young age Andy! You are so encouraging!
The feeling of security and safety comes from faith, not from having money.
Great interview! A couple thoughts...
1. I think a lot of folks might enjoy hearing advice on how to move from enjoying one's job in service to others, to transitioning from that job to something even more meaningful, with practical/applicable steps, like an implementation plan.
2. I get your point about kids, but they are not always easy to make. Approximately 20% of couples struggle to conceive. Let's not forget such a prominent portion of the population.
3. When you grow up poor with no financial resources and no financial security, it can cause you to 'be smart' with money by putting some away for emergencies and retirement. And that plan can mean you have little leftover to give prior to retirement (save now, so I can live free and give freely later). Curious to hear how either of you would reconcile that, with and without a faith-based world view.
Thanks again!
Love Joshua Becker! Thanks for such a great interview!
Glad you enjoyed it!
I am happy and satisfied.
Glad to hear it!
Money to me is just a tool. I simply look at it with two choice paths.
1. You work for money trading more of your time and physical presence.
or
2. Create a system that makes the money to replace you as the source so you can have more choices and time freedom. Another words money works for you. Create your own wealth instead of someone else's trading more of your time.
Makes sense to me!
Wow guys!!! What a wonderful conversation on doing more with less! 🤩😍 My husband and I were JUUUUUST having this conversatio last night!! I'm on team LESS & he's on Team MORE!! I asked him when will he feel it's "enough" & his mediocre reply was just, "I'll know".
Any suggestions on how to merge us into a happy medium-ish compromise? 🤔
I would love to find a happy medium-ish as well! 🙏🏽
I have a suggestion:
I am married 55 years this coming August. My husband isn’t on board about this all the time either. So I am working in downsizing ‘my stuff’ first. Because he has ‘no vote’ ’ on my personal things and what I do with them.
We are in this particular house 20 years. I’m clearing out things I am more involved in: kitchen, bathrooms, my clothing, my craft items, my books, my CD Collection, my jewelry. I set the lead. I set the example.
I don’t nag him about his ‘stuff’.
He’s getting the picture now. And we celebrate our 55th anniversary this year. So this works for us.
He follows when he’s ready. Not all the time. But it helps until ‘I’m ready’ to hit his office here at
home next year. Then we reevaluate where we are about this house again. Thus gives me 18 months to get my things down to size.
Women transition easier to changes within the house more than men. As they get older, they want fewer changes.
My husband this month is donating 2 laptops from his office to a homeless shelter. He decided it on his own.
Believe me, he is aware of what is going on.
So ladies, I say this kindly: shut up!
Don’t nag.
Just do it. Nike shoes says it.
Then your fellas will be soon asking ‘you’ questions about what to do with their things.
There us a season for everything. Accumulating things is ok. I get it. Did it.
Now im in a very different place to donate items where they are needed most. And sell some furniture and many other items to get cash for emergency 12 month savings.
Being in this very long-term relationship I have learned a lot.
Just rethink the challenge. Is it clutter that bothers you or the fact the value system isn’t the same? And how does one align values?
If that can’t be done, get out of that relationship.
It takes time to create this life. It takes a lot of conversations.
No tv on No cell phone checks.
Both partners need to be on bill paying process. That in itself will open eyes. Who is the ‘infidel’ spender?? It may be YOU and not your partner.
But eventually your partner will get the picture.
I’m very experienced in this.
Pat in Colorado
Hi Michelle! I agree with Pat Schneider's comment. Your husband will probably come around eventually. Just set the example and don't nag or complain. If you truly feel resentful because you are constantly cleaning up his messes, though, have a respectful conversation in which you express your feelings without yelling or blaming. I did that with my husband, and he said he honestly didn't realize how much work and frustration the clutter and mess caused me and promised to take more responsibility for his stuff (both getting rid of some stuff that he didn't need and cleaning up after himself more). Other than that, I've focused on minimizing my personal stuff, the things that belong to our two youngest children (ages two years and six months), and the common stuff in the kitchen and bathroom, which my husband mostly doesn't seem to care about. When we got married, he was very much in the "we need more" mindset, but he's changed a lot just by being around me. He used to express his love for me and the kids by buying us stuff we didn't need, but now he asks before buying anything and generally expresses his love by spending more time with us instead of giving us material gifts. He rarely feels stressed or fearful about not having enough, because I've managed, over the years, to convince him that we actually have far more than we need.
I talk with him frequently about my values and way of thinking about money and material goods, but not in an accusing way. We love to take long walks together and share ideas from our reading and online research, and I'll often say things like, "I read today that two billion people in the world don't have access to a bathroom. I thought our bathroom wasn't that great, but it now it seems really luxurious." I'll also pay attention to what my husband actually uses and what he doesn't, and if I notice, for example, that he has a particular shirt in his closet that he hasn't worn in a year, I'll say to him, "I've noticed that you never wear this shirt anymore. Do you mind if I donate it so someone else can use it and so it'll be easier for you to get.to the ones you actually wear?" Or, "We have two copies of this book. Do you think we could put one out in the Little Free Library?" He'll usually say, "Go ahead!" He's even been heard several times, recently, admitting that the house feels more peaceful and relaxing when there isn't a lot of clutter. He used to buy lots and lots of books, but he now uses the public library regularly. He's happy with all the money we save by not buying disposable stuff or other material luxuries that we don't need, because it allows us to travel more, which has been his life-long dream. A few years ago we became a no-TV, one-car family, and he has actually agreed that we can move to a smaller house and go car-free when he retires in seven years (when three of the six kids who are currently living at home will be adults and the fourth nearly so) so that we can focus on our writing, growing our own food, long-distance bicycling/hiking trips, and volunteering with disaster relief efforts and sustainable agriculture projects.
My point is that my husband is learning that focusing less on earning money and acquiring stuff actually gives you more freedom, rather than less, as Joshua says, to live a life that is full of love, purpose, and meaningful experiences. I should say that I have learned a lot, too. With six kids and two dogs at home and no decorating budget, our house is not going to be on the cover of any minimalist decorating magazine, but I've finally realized that it doesn't have to be. Minimalism is a journey, not a destination, and the important thing is that we are living a life that we love and learning more about letting go every day.
Well to be honest it’s very important. It’s not about the stuff you can buy to fill up the house.
Money is about making sure you have the “ability,” if needed, for college, to get kids out of trouble, to have money for their down payment on a house in the distant future. Moreover, having more money to possibly pay for their house in full. If that can be achieved then perhaps fully paying for a better house in a safer, more nicer neighborhood. Multiply the foregoing with the number of children you have.
And that’s just for the kids. You have to have money to recover from a possible divorce. You have to have money for investments to create cash flow.
A husband needs to budget to manage the family’s expectations all while growing the family’s net worth!
Wow with Joshua Becker 🎉
I really enjoyed connecting with him!
Wish I knew this year's ago!!! Daycare brought up my kids
Joshua has a way with words. It’s taking me a while to fully overcome the distraction of money honestly
Great interview, Andy!
I'm glad you enjoyed it!
Great video, thank you for sharing.
Thanks for watching!
Planning on reading the book
What do you think of the advice from Joshua Becker?
This is a great interview! 👌
Thank you! Joshua is inspiring- check out his channel too!
Thanks you
You're welcome! :)
this makes sense; like the video, nice one
Glad you enjoyed it!
I get tired of how these minimulists promote minimalism, yet often tell you that you should buy something and in this case also donate more money.
Seek LAST the kingdom of god, then fame, fortune & the power to rule the world w b added unto u
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Seek FIRST the Kingdom of God...
people wouldn't obsess over money if life wasn't so expensive. Just basic essentials cost so much and I blame greedy corporations and banks. so the GREED of money is the problem. These elites have us in a choke hold. So of course you don't need a house full of "junk" but some people like me have to find something is this crappy world to be excited about, that is comic collectibles or collection halloween decor. So YES, you do need money to enjoy life. you don't need to be a Kardashian to live the perfect life but still.. just have money to buy some things that distract from the chaos.
Kardasians might feel exlaves of themselves , showing their lifes to anyone , apart from that I absolutely agree with you .