The Grow Your Wealthy Mindset Podcast

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  Episode 217: Why Money Won't Cure Your Financial Anxiety 16.09.2026 10min

  Send us Fan Mail If you could make ONE problem in your life disappear tomorrow, would it be money? In this episode, we dive into a surprising truth: no amount of money will automatically make you stop worrying about money. Whether you’re living paycheck to paycheck or sitting on millions, financial anxiety is often driven by mindset rather than math. We break down the false promise of worry, share personal stories around canceled contracts and family health concerns, and explore the unique fi...
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  Replay Episode 2: Arrival Fallacy 09.09.2026 19min

  Send us Fan Mail Many of us have fallen into the trap of arrival fallacy, or the belief that you'll finally have lasting happiness once you achieve a specific goal our outcome. Yes, reaching goals can make us feel happy for a while, but eventually that becomes your new baseline and life goes back to "normal." Learning to enjoy the journey which is going to include both ups and downs will lead to more happiness now. Tune in each week to learn more on how to grow your wealthy mindse...
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  Episode 216: Beyond the Password: Securing Your Financial Accounts 02.09.2026 17min

  Send us Fan Mail After receiving an email from Vanguard urging a security profile update, I took a deep dive into the security options financial institutions are pitching to customers today. From AI-vulnerable voice prints to phone biometrics and multi-factor authentication, not all security layers are created equal. In this episode, we break down what features actually protect your retirement and brokerage accounts, why 3-second AI voice clones make voice authentication a major risk, and how...
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  Replay Episode 88: Shifting from Scarcity to Abundance with Dr. Liz Aguirre 26.08.2026 43min

  Send us Fan Mail Dr. Liz Aguirre is a remarkable women. She grew up in poverty without reliable access to food or shelter and is now a mom, wife, and a physician with passion for person-centered health. We talk about how she grew her wealthy mindset and how coaching has assisted that journey. I am so lucky to have great clients like Dr. Liz. You can find Liz Aguire at: https://www.lizaguirremd.com/ Watch Liz’s TEDx Talks: End Professional Burnout: Become More Energized and Less St...
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  Episode 215: Is the Free $1,000 From a Trump Account Actually a Trap 19.08.2026 13min

  Send us Fan Mail Trump Accounts (technically known as 530A IRA savings plans) became available for parents looking to build wealth for their kids. But are they actually worth it? In this follow-up to Episode 198, we dive deep into the strict rules, surprising lack of tax breaks for individuals, and the heavy impact these accounts can have on college financial aid. However, there are two massive exceptions: a free $1,000 government grant for specific children and a potential tax loophole for b...
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  Replay Episode 46: Accredited Investor and other Investor Classifications 12.08.2026 16min

  Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I discussed what is an Accredited Investor and what opportunities are available to people who qualified and an Accredited Investor. I also discussed Qualified Client and Qualified Purchaser. Welcome to the world of expanded investment opportunities! Please subscribe and leave a review on your favorite Podcasting platform. Get 12 Financial Mistakes that Keep Physicians from Building Wealth at https://www.growyourwealthymindset.com/12financialmistakes If ...
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  Episode 214: Same Team, Same Dream? How Couples Handle Money 05.08.2026 9min

  Send us Fan Mail Is there a "right" way to handle money in a marriage? In this episode, we dive into the widely debated topic of how couples manage and split their finances. From fully merged joint accounts to the popular "His, Hers, and Ours" approach, we explore real-world data from hundreds of dual-income couples and breakdown the pros and cons of each system. But as you’ll learn, the logistics of your bank accounts matter far less than your underlying money mindsets. Tune in to discover h...
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  Replay Episode 51: Financial Terms with Investing 29.07.2026 16min

  Send us Fan Mail Just like the world of medicine has its own language, the world of finance and investing also has its own language. This is why when you first starting developing your financial literacy, everything seems complicated. By learning the meaning of different terms, everything starts to make more sense. In this episode, I go over various financial terms you’ll encounter when you look at different investments. Please subscribe and leave a review on your favorite Podcasting p...
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  Episode 213: Opting Out of the Default Wills, Prenups, and Taking Control 22.07.2026 9min

  Send us Fan Mail Talking about death and divorce is never romantic, but staying silent means letting the government make your most personal decisions for you. In this episode, we break down a surprising truth: Everyone already has a default prenup and a default will. If you don’t write your own, your state’s laws will step in to dictate how your assets are handled during a divorce or after your death. We explore why these topics make us so uncomfortable, how to overcome the anxiety, and why p...
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  Replay Episode 31: Growth vs Fixed Mindset 15.07.2026 11min

  Send us Fan Mail Financial literacy is an important part of building wealth—but knowledge alone isn't enough. A truly wealthy mindset starts with believing that you can learn, grow, and develop new skills throughout your life. In this replay episode, we explore the powerful concept of the growth mindset and how the way you think about your abilities can impact your financial success, career growth, and overall fulfillment. In This Episode, You'll Learn: The difference between a growth mindset...
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  Episode 212: Social Security Strategies for Married Couples 08.07.2026 15min

  Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to part two of our deep dive into Social Security! In episode 209, we covered the foundational basics of how the system works for individuals. Today, we are shifting the focus to couples. Coordinating your Social Security strategy as a married couple is one of the most powerful ways to secure your joint retirement, yet it is frequently misunderstood. In this episode, we break down exactly how spousal and survivor benefits work, why the "higher earner" holds the k...
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  Replay Episode 33: Traditional Mutual Funds vs. Exchange Traded Funds 01.07.2026 12min

  Send us Fan Mail In this replay episode, we're revisiting one of the most common investing questions: Should you invest in exchange-traded funds (ETFs) or mutual funds? Both ETFs and mutual funds can be excellent investment vehicles, especially when you're investing in low-cost index funds. In this episode, I break down the key similarities and differences between the two, including: How ETFs and mutual funds provide diversificationDifferences in trading and pricingMinimum investment requirem...
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  Episode 211: Feeling Like You "Made It" Financially 24.06.2026 20min

  Send us Fan Mail When do you shift from simply "doing fine" to truly feeling like you are reaping the financial rewards of your career? Inspired by a post from a physician with $370,000 household income, yet still feeling like they are constantly chasing, this episode dives deep into the psychology of wealth. We explore why high incomes don't automatically translate to financial security, what different milestones (like paying off debt or hitting $1M) mean to different people, and how cogniti...
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  Replay Episode 49: Mindset with Dr. Karen Leitner 17.06.2026 54min

  Send us Fan Mail Over the last 4 years, there have been several guests on the podcast. The guest who had the most downloads is Dr. Karen Leitner. Listen in on a conversation that Karen Leitner and I had on what mindset really means and how it influences our lives. It’s a candid conversation between two coaches with a focus on money mindset and topics like negotiation, the gender wage gap, and reframing failure. Dr. Karen Leitner is a primary care physician and an experienced life ...
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  Episode 210: Four Years Later: Navigating Pivots, passions and the Pursuit of an Ideal Life 10.06.2026 16min

  Send us Fan Mail Following last week’s look back at where it all began, I’m fast-forwarding through the last four years to share what has changed, what has stayed the same, and what it really looks like to pursue an "ideal life." From the highs of checking off bucket-list travels to the unexpected pivots of the medical job market, this episode is an honest reflection on career resilience, lifestyle design, and human connection. Resources Mentioned: Book: How Not to Die by Dr. Micha...
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  Replay Episode 1: Grow Your Wealthy Mindset 03.06.2026 17min

  Send us Fan Mail The Grow Your Wealthy Mindset Podcast published an original weekly episode for the last four years. For the first episode of the 5th year of The Grow Your Wealthy Mindset Podcast, we return back to the very first episode, where Elisa Chiang talks about her journey that lead her to creating this podcast and why someone would want to take the time to listen to The Grow Your Wealthy Mindset Podcast. Enjoy this blast from the past. Please subscribe and leave a review ...
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  Episode 209: When to Start Taking Social Security Benefits 28.05.2026 12min

  Send us Fan Mail This episode dive into the complex world of Social Security through the lens of a high-earning professional. We move past the "standard" advice of waiting until age 70 to explore the Real Math, including the impact of current 2.7% TIPS real yields and the looming 2032 Trust Fund cliff. If you are in deciding on a claim strategy, this episode provides a framework for political risk management and tax-efficient retirement. SSA.gov: Log onto or create your "My Social Securi...
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  Episode 208: Why "Good Enough" Investing Beats a "Perfect" Strategy Every Time 20.05.2026 10min

  Send us Fan Mail In the medical world, perfectionism saves lives. In the financial world, it can cost you a fortune. In this episode, we dive into the "A+ Student Syndrome" and why the traits that make you a world-class physician—attention to detail, risk aversion, and a desire for complexity—are the exact traits that lead to "Analysis Paralysis" in your portfolio. This episode breaks down why searching for the "perfect" entry point or the "perfect" fund is often just a high-level form of pro...
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  Episode 207: The W-2 Physician’s Tax Reality 13.05.2026 10min

  Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we pull back the curtain on the U.S. tax system to explore how it specifically impacts high-earning professionals. Inspired by a recent Freakonomics episode and the research of Jessica Riedl (Brookings Institute), we dive into the data-driven reality of tax progressivity, the "Buffett Myth," and why being in the Top 5% of earners changes the way you should approach your retirement strategy. Whether you're a W-2 employee or looking to transition into asset own...
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  Episode 206: Inside Medscape's Physician Compensation Report 2026 06.05.2026 15min

  Send us Fan Mail This week's episode reviews the findings published in Medscape's Physician Compensation Report for 2026. Key Points The Numbers: The average physician salary rose to $356K (+3%), with Specialists ($417K) continuing to outearn PCPs ($298K).Top Earners: Orthopedics leads the field at $611K, followed by Cardiology ($575K) and Radiology ($571K); Pediatrics remains at the bottom ($266K).The Negotiation Freeze: 27% of physicians reported negotiation wasn't an option, as some ...