For many of us, money is a source of great anxiety. Maybe you’re scared of losing it, afraid you’ll make too much of it, fearful it will sabotage your relationships, or concerned about something else entirely. The list goes on and on.
The good news is, worrying about money is totally normal, and it’s something we can all fix with the right mindset, tools, and having the right conversations with the people around us.
I’ll be honest, I remember when money used to scare me to death. It wasn’t until I began surrounding myself with money-minded mentors and started becoming comfortable talking about money that the anxiety went away. I know the same can happen to you.
My guest today will teach us how we can all get there! His name is Anthony O’Neal, and I’m pumped to have him on the show. We discuss everything from the negative beliefs we need to change regarding money, how to develop a vision for yourself for your life and future, and the tough financial conversations we need to have with our partners to make sure we’re a good fit. So without further ado, let’s dive in!
Who Is Anthony O’Neal?
A #1 national bestselling author, Anthony O’Neal has helped over 250,000 people set out on a path toward a debt-free life with his chart-topping book, Debt-Free Degree. He’s also reached over 15 million people in 15 different countries through his podcast The Table, where he always keeps it honest, relevant, and relatable.
Apart from teaching others how to obtain mental, spiritual, and financial freedom, Anthony’s mission is to help singles maximize their single season with both intention and grace. When he’s not interviewing experts and thought-leaders on his popular Youtube channel, you can find Anthony golfing or on an adventure with his beautiful all-black German Shepherd, Rhaven.
Anthony is a true expert in gaining clarity on life’s vision and legacy. I’m ecstatic to share his financial wisdom with you all!
The Secret to Wealth: It All Starts From the Core
Have you ever wondered about the secret to being wealthy? Do you think it’s all about having a good job that pays well or maybe receiving a massive inheritance from your parents? It may be true for some, but for Anthony, it’s different.
Before becoming the success he is today, Anthony was like many of us — struggling from one paycheck to the next. He was once even homeless — that’s when he realized something that would change his life forever.
“Maybe about 12, 13 years ago, I was sleeping in the back of my car off of Highway 76 here in Oceanside, California. I was homeless. I was washing myself in the backseat of the car. Then, I saw myself with soap suds from the top of my neck all the way down. I looked at my reflection, and I started crying. I realized I was tired of living the life I was living. I said, ‘There has to be something better for me, something bigger.’ It was at that time I started looking for: What is my purpose? Why am I here? Who do I need to be?” – Anthony O’Neal
From there, Anthony decided to find mentors. In the process, he eventually found out what his purpose was — teaching what true wealth is to others.
“Growing up, for me, wealth was: What kind of watch do you have? What kind of car do you drive? What kind of house do you live in? How much? But that’s not it. … Wealth is inside us. Wealth is: What are you passing down. So, when I really started seeking for what … my purpose [is] in this life, that’s when I found what true wealth is.” – Anthony O’Neal
How many of us have the same way of thinking that Anthony had before? How many of us consider luxury cars, seven-figure businesses, or mansions as the meaning of wealth? But the truth is, wealth is about everything to do with who we are inside our core.
I would like everyone to take a minute and reflect. What is your assignment? What were you born to do? What’s your purpose? When you really know the answer to that, you can start changing your habits and moving forward to create the wealth you always wanted.
