How to Build Resilience with Candy Valentino

Life after Kids with Drs. Brooke and Lynne

In this episode of "Life After Kids with Drs. Brooke and Lynne," Dr. Brooke has a lively conversation with entrepreneur, investor, and philanthropist Candy Valentino. Candy takes center stage, sharing her journey from humble beginnings to monumental success. As the Wall Street Journal bestselling author of "Wealth Habits" and the host of her own podcast, Candy dives into valuable insights for building financial acuity and resilience. Her down-to-earth approach and dynamic storytelling resonate as she explains the significance of struggle in personal development, drawing from her personal experiences of growing up in a challenging environment.

The show navigates through vital topics like parenting strategies for financially empowering children and tips for women re-entering the workforce. Candy emphasizes the importance of teaching kids financial responsibility, suggesting practical methods like budgeting exercises and promoting investment habits. Additionally, she advises mothers seeking their next career move to explore new interests without the pressure of finding their 'one true purpose.' Listeners will find this episode packed with actionable advice, making it a must-listen for anyone aiming to build a robust foundation for financial independence and personal growth.

Key Takeaways:

• Teaching Financial Literacy: Candy advocates for educating children on financial responsibility through real-world experiences, such as budget management and investing their saved money.

• Embrace Struggle: Allowing children to face challenges fosters resilience, critical thinking, and prepares them for future adversities.

• Wealth Building as Behavior: Understanding that wealth is more about behavior than income itself and to focus on eliminating bad debt while cultivating investment habits.

• Purpose Discovery: Instead of seeking a singular life purpose, explore different interests and embrace the periods of transition and reflection.

• Adult Conversations with Kids: Treating children as adults in discussions can teach them to handle real-life scenarios and instill confidence.

• Visit Candy Valentino's official website: candyvalentino.com for more insights and bonus materials related to her books.

• Books by Candy Valentino:

  • "Wealth Habits"

  • "Dream Big Because Anything Is Possible"

  • "The 9% Edge"

• Candy's podcast: The Candy Valentino Show– available on major podcast platforms.

Tune in to this insightful episode for empowerment and practical advice on fostering financial literacy in both yourself and future generations. Stay connected with "Life After Kids" for more enriching conversations and tools for living a purposeful life beyond parenthood.

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