Mitlin Money Mindset
The Money Habits That Actually Lead to a JOYful Life with Dr. Daniel Crosby
Key Takeaways
- The intersection of finance and psychology
- Why you should have a financial “why”
- How to take back your control and find opportunity in economic downturns
- Five pillars of a joyful life
- How your spending shapes the world around you
- How to bridge the gap between wealth and happiness
Meet the Guest
Dr. Daniel Crosby
Dr. Daniel Crosby is a psychologist and behavioral finance expert who helps organizations understand the intersection of mind and markets. Dr. Crosby's first book, Personal Benchmark: Integrating Behavioral Finance and Investment Management, was a New York Times bestseller. His second book, The Laws of Wealth, was named the best investment book of 2017 by the Axiom Business Book Awards and has been translated into 17 languages.
His third book, The Behavioral Investor, was Axiom's best investment book of 2019 and is a comprehensive look at the neurology, physiology and psychology of sound financial decision-making. His latest book, The Soul of Wealth, was published in October of 2024 and has already been translated into five languages. When he's not decoding market psychology, Daniel is a father of 3, a fanatical follower of the St. Louis Cardinals, an explorer of the American South, and an amateur hot sauce chef.
Show Notes
Can money truly buy happiness? According to Dr. Daniel Crosby, yes — but it depends on how you use it.
In this episode, we explore the science behind joy and how our financial behaviors impact more than just our bank account. Dr. Crosby shares tips to help you reach your financial and personal goals, including a simple hack to avoid overspending and start spending with intention. Learn how to create spending habits that stick, reduce emotional stress around finances, and plan for your future!
Resources
Sending your child to college will always be emotional but are you financially ready?
The JOY and Productivity Journal by Lawrence Sprung
Will you be able to enJOY the Retirement you envision?
About the Podcast
Welcome to Mitlin Money Mindset®️! With your host, Larry Sprung, CFP®️, Founder and Wealth Advisor at Mitlin Financial Inc®️. With over 20 years of experience as an entrepreneur in the financial services industry, Larry thrives to help you achieve your goals while finding JOY in the journey.
Each week, he’ll go deep with engaging guests who provide tangible takeaways and a whole lot of JOY along the way. Here, we don’t just talk about money; we celebrate it as a catalyst for JOY and possibility. Whether you’re saving for the future, planning your next big adventure, or just looking to add some spark to your daily money management, you’re in the right place.
We hope you enJOY these conversations as much as Larry enJOYed having them. And remember to ask yourself, what did you do today that brought you joy?®️