Behavior Gap Radio
Motivational
Greetings...Carl here. This podcast is super simple, it's me wandering through the world noticing things about how to align my use of capital (time and money) with what is actually important to me. --Carl
Location:
United States
Description:
Greetings...Carl here. This podcast is super simple, it's me wandering through the world noticing things about how to align my use of capital (time and money) with what is actually important to me. --Carl
Twitter:
@behaviorgap
Language:
English
Website:
http://www.behaviorgap.com/
Email:
hello@behaviorgap.com
Episodes
1063 | Fear Based Financial Planning
5/17/2024
Duration:00:03:54
1062 | Buying High Selling Low
5/16/2024
Duration:00:07:34
1061 | So I Missed A Few Days
5/15/2024
Duration:00:03:37
1060 | Where's The Scale?
5/9/2024
Duration:00:14:54
1059 | What Process Are You Using?
5/8/2024
Duration:00:04:00
1058 | Wrongness Shows Up
5/7/2024
Duration:00:07:13
1057 | Investing Attention With Intensity
5/6/2024
Duration:00:07:30
1056 | Your Net Worth is Showing
5/3/2024
Duration:00:05:09
1055 | Compensated Risk
5/2/2024
Duration:00:04:13
1054 | Opt Out
5/1/2024
Duration:00:05:24
1053 | Woke up in Fear
4/30/2024
Today, Carl talks about a moment when he woke up early in the morning feeling anxious and scared about money. He shares how he realized that, at that moment, everything was actually okay. Carl talks about how he used to worry a lot about the future and feel bad about things from the past, but now he's learning to find happiness in just being in the now. Listen to this episode as a reminder to enjoy the simple moments of life and be thankful for what you have right now.
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Duration:00:03:13
1052 | Investing Attention
4/29/2024
Come along with Carl as he thinks deeply about the words of Blaise Pascal from 1654: "All of humanity's problems stem from man's inability to sit quietly in a room alone." He ponders why people often feel lonely even when surrounded by others. Carl talks about how important it is to spend time alone, even when life gets busy. Using his own experiences and ideas from poet David Whyte, Carl talks about how sometimes being alone can feel scary or make us wish for company. He also shares how he wants to get better at enjoying quiet moments and thinking deeply!
Duration:00:02:48
1051 | Counting Chickens
4/26/2024
Today, on Behavior Gap Radio, Carl talks about the age-old advice of not counting chickens before they hatch. Carl shares his own experiences grappling with the line between potential and reality. He explores the fine balance between optimism and practicality, stressing the value of embracing uncertainty and avoiding premature celebrations.
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Duration:00:02:18
1050 | The Gap Is The Thing
4/25/2024
After a day of talks and walks in the mountains, Carl gets introspective. He dives into big questions about finding meaning and being creative, sparked by a chat with a singer-songwriter. Carl talks about the idea of "enough" versus always wanting more. With wisdom from philosophy and personal stories, Carl invites listeners to rethink the value of chasing goals by finding freedom in the journey itself!
Duration:00:06:11
1049 | What if They Said Yes?
4/24/2024
Carl reflects on something important: What if they say yes? Carl shows how believing in a positive outcome can change everything! He urges listeners to think differently about their doubts and fears and to see the amazing opportunities that come from just asking.
Duration:00:02:10
1048 | No Problem
4/23/2024
Today is another field note episode of Behavior Gap Radio! Carl shares insights from a recent challenging yet enriching experience in Zion National Park. As he confronts physical discomfort and mental projections during a long fast-pack trip, Carl explores the behavioral bias of recency bias. This is when the recent past is projected indefinitely into the future, often leading to unnecessary complications. Drawing from Eckhart Tolle's teachings in "The Power of Now," Carl encourages listeners to harness the power of staying present and embracing each step as it unfolds rather than succumbing to future projections.
Duration:00:04:40
1047 | Profit Equals Permission… A Reminder
4/22/2024
On this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl dispels the misconception that passionately pursuing your craft and earning a living are incompatible pursuits. He talks through the significance of viewing profit as validation to continue making a meaningful impact in your work. With an emphasis on a service-oriented mindset, integrity, and sustainability, Carl urges listeners to embrace profit not as a taboo, but as a crucial tool for sustaining their dedication to excellence and service. Hear Carl speak about the harmony between purpose-driven work and financial success.
Carl released a series of five episodes from Behavior Gap Radio on using a lifestyle business to create freedom in your life. You'll hear Carl's thoughts on what it means to use a lifestyle business to optimize for freedom in your life and get a behind-the-scenes look at the tools we use around here at Behavior Gap to optimize for freedom. Carl also created a list of must-read resources to dive deeper into the material. Just tell us where to send you the episodes! https://behaviorgap.com/radio/lifestyle-business/
Duration:00:03:08
1046 | Have a Hunch, Buy a Bunch
4/19/2024
Join Carl for a field episode of Behavior Gap Radio, recorded on the move in Austin, Texas! Today, Carl reflects on the profound impact of adopting a rational approach to investing, grounded in data and evidence rather than being swayed by financial myths and rumors. By exploring the intricacies of portfolio construction and emphasizing the significance of each investment piece serving a purpose within the larger framework, Carl encourages listeners to reconsider their investment strategies to ensure alignment with their long-term goals and risk tolerance. Get ready for practical advice and a gentle reminder that informed investing requires thoughtful consideration and strategy, not mere hunches.
Duration:00:04:45
1045 | Obligation to Live Up
4/18/2024
Carl grapples with a paradox that many of us face in today's world: the overwhelming exposure to tragedy and suffering versus the desire to live life to the fullest. Carl discusses the feeling of existential dread brought on by constant news consumption and offers a remedy: embracing life wholeheartedly. Carl draws inspiration from Mary Oliver's poignant question: "Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?" from her poem "The Summer Day." Tune in for a heartfelt reflection on embracing life's precious moments and aligning personal values with intentional action.
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Duration:00:03:47
1044 | No to Business Class
4/17/2024
Today, Carl explores the art of strategic decision-making and value alignment through two compelling stories. He shares how a smart public speaker transformed his business class travel perks into long-term investments, prioritizing financial stability over luxury. Then, Carl shares another story about how a simple parking choice paved the way for meaningful family dinners, highlighting the significance of aligning financial decisions with personal values. In this episode, Carl covers the importance of thoughtful decision-making, setting up automated systems, and maximizing the benefits of intentional choices!
Duration:00:05:43