Parents, It's Okay to Do Nothing | Celeste Headlee (BEST OF MKM)

Parents, It's Okay to Do Nothing | Celeste Headlee (BEST OF MKM)

Author: Andy Hill May 27, 2024 Duration: 30:48
Feeling overworked and overstressed? As a parent, I have experienced this way too much for my liking. According to our guest Celeste Headlee, it may be time for us all to do nothing! In today’s “Best of Marriage Kids And Money” episode from 2022, Celeste Headlee, internationally recognized journalist and radio host, professional speaker and author, shares how to fight back against the overworking lifestyle. RESOURCES: Sponsors + Partners + Deals GUEST BIO: Celeste Headlee is an internationally recognized journalist and radio host, professional speaker and author of Do Nothing: How to Break Away from Overworking, Overdoing, and Underliving.  If you’re a public radio fan like me, then you may remember her from her 20-year career anchoring programs like Tell Me More, Talk of the Nation, Here and Now, All Things Considered, and Weekend Edition.  When she’s not helping the overworked find more joy in life, she enjoys walks with her rescue dog, Samus and entertaining friends with great themed parties. Website Instagram Book (affiliate) MKM RESOURCES: Make My Kid a Millionaire Course: Want to make your kid a millionaire? Learn more about my course! MKM Coaching: Want 1-on-1 support with your family finance journey? Book a time with me today. YouTube: Subscribe for free to watch videos of these episodes and interviews. Instagram: Follow our IG channel. Voicemail: Leave your question or comments here. Merch Store: Check out our t-shirts, hoodies, and coffee mugs! SHOW INFORMATION:  Marriage Kids and Money is dedicated to helping young families build wealth and happiness. This award-winning platform helps couples and parents achieve financial independence and discover the true meaning of wealth.  To achieve these big goals, we answer questions and interview experts who uncover smart net worth building habits and tools that can help everyone find their own version of financial independence. Learn more at https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com  HOST BIO:  Andy Hill is the award-winning family finance coach behind Marriage Kids and Money - a platform dedicated to helping young families build wealth and happiness.  Andy's advice and personal finance experience have been featured in major media outlets like CNBC, Forbes, MarketWatch, Kiplinger’s Personal Finance and NBC News. With millions of downloads and views, Andy’s message of family financial empowerment has resonated with listeners, readers and viewers across the world.    When he's not "talking money", Andy enjoys being a soccer Dad, singing karaoke with his wife and watching Marvel movies. HOW WE MAKE MONEY and DISCLAIMER: This show may contain affiliate links or links from our advertisers where we earn a commission, direct payment or products. Opinions are the creators alone. Information shared on this podcast is for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice. Marriage Kids and Money (www.marriagekidsandmoney.com) is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com. CREDITS: Podcast Artwork: Liz Theresa Editor: Podcast Doctors Podcast Support: Nev Maraj Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andy Hill brings a refreshingly honest and practical voice to the often stressful conversation about money within a family. In Marriage Kids and Money: Personal Finance for Families, Andy, an award-winning Family Finance Coach, moves beyond generic budgeting advice to tackle the real financial questions that parents and couples face every day. This isn't just about spreadsheets and interest rates; it's about aligning your finances with the life you actually want to live. You'll hear specific strategies for paying off debt, saving for college, investing for the future, and having those crucial money talks with your partner. The goal is to transform financial anxiety into purposeful action, creating not just stability but genuine freedom. Each episode of the podcast feels like a conversation with a knowledgeable friend who understands that financial decisions are deeply personal and intertwined with family goals. Whether you're just starting out or well on your journey, the discussions here provide a roadmap for building security today and considering the legacy you might leave tomorrow. Tune in for relatable stories, actionable tips, and the encouragement needed to make meaningful progress with your money, all with your family's unique vision at the center.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 100

Marriage Kids and Money: Personal Finance for Families
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