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He says many people ask for a specific amount to feel secure, but that goalpost quickly moves (e.g., “a million” becomes “three million”). He frames money as something that comes after you clarify what you want to do and what you give to the world, not as the starting point.

He argues money is often tied to self-worth in North American culture, making it shameful or prideful to discuss. In his view, this makes people anxious about money whether they have it, lose it, or spend it.

He distinguishes “visible assets” (financial value) from “invisible assets” like peace of mind, relationships, and other fields of happiness. He says many people trade these invisible assets for money and later regret the exchange.

He teaches a practice of saying “thank you” when money comes in and also when it leaves, framing bills as evidence you received value (electricity, water, meals, rides) delivered by many people. He says appreciation changes your relationship with money and reduces resentment and fear.

For people in debt, he suggests reframing debt from “curse/punishment” into “trust placed on you” by lenders who believe you can repay. He adds that interest can be viewed as appreciation for that trust, to reduce shame and guilt.