This week's blogpost - https://bahnsen.co/3zpcXxW
\nEmbracing Volatility: Lessons from Nature and Investing
\nIn this episode of the Thoughts on Money Podcast, host Trevor Cummings, alongside colleagues Sean Latimer and Blaine Carver, discusses the concept of volatility in both nature and financial markets. Trevor shares personal stories about observing butterflies in his backyard and ties these experiences to investment strategies, emphasizing the importance of enduring market volatility to achieve long-term gains. The discussion also touches on the necessity of having a plan and safety nets in place to handle unforeseen circumstances. Listeners are encouraged to view market fluctuations as a feature, not a bug, that ultimately offers investment opportunities.
\n00:00 Welcome to the Thoughts on Money Podcast\n00:21 The Struggle of Writing and Inspiration\n00:49 Butterflies and Life Lessons\n05:25 Connecting Nature to Financial Wisdom\n05:57 The Importance of Volatility in Investing\n08:28 Setting Realistic Expectations\n12:19 Lessons from Hiking and Investing\n25:54 The Role of Optionality in Financial Planning\n27:19 Closing Thoughts and Upcoming Episodes
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