Your Money Problems Aren't Really About Money

Why do intelligent people continue making poor financial decisions? Why do some people build wealth while others stay stuck? And why do so many retirees feel lost after reaching their financial goals? In this powerful conversation, financial psychologist and researcher Dr. Charles Chaffin joins Julia and Gino Barbaro to explore the hidden psychological forces that shape our relationship with money, investing, retirement, goal setting, and personal success. Dr. Chaffin is a psychologist, financial planning expert, author, researcher, and co-founder of the Money & Risk Inventory (MRI). His work has influenced financial advisors, planners, researchers, and universities across the world. In this episode, you'll learn: ✅ Why money problems are often behavioral problems ✅ The psychology behind financial success and failure ✅ How financial advisors are evolving into financial coaches ✅ Why retirement can be dangerous without purpose and identity ✅ The surprising connection between attention and wealth building ✅ How FOMO impacts investing decisions ✅ Why most people fail at goals and how to finally succeed ✅ The power of small wins and habit formation ✅ The role identity plays in financial freedom ✅ How to overcome fear, failure, and financial anxiety Dr. Chaffin also shares insights from decades of research in financial psychology, including practical strategies advisors and investors can use to make better decisions and build healthier relationships with money. Whether you're an investor, entrepreneur, financial advisor, retiree, or simply someone looking to improve your financial future, this conversation offers actionable wisdom you can apply immediately. About Dr. Charles Chaffin Dr. Charles Chaffin is a psychologist, researcher, financial planning expert, author, and educator. He is the co-founder of the Money & Risk Inventory (MRI) and the Psychology of Financial Planning programs. His research has been conducted through organizations including the CFP Board, Wharton School, Columbia University, and Iowa State University. Connect with Dr. Charles Chaffin Website: CharlesChaffin.com LinkedIn: Charles ChaffinPersonal finance, Relationships, Faith, Health & Wellness - it’s all overwhelming and there’s no clear map to guide you. But what if there was? Visit our website to start your transformation. Your journey to a fuller, more vibrant life is just a click away: https://barbaro360.com/ Join our free Skool community and connect with a fast-growing network of like-minded individuals: https://www.skool.com/barbaro360 ~~~~~~~~~ #MoneyMindset #PersonalFinance #FinancialFreedom #WealthBuilding #FinancialPlanning #MoneyManagement #Investing #FinancialEducation #BehavioralFinance #PsychologyOfMoney #RetirementPlanning #FinancialAdvisor #WealthMindset #FinancialLiteracy #SuccessMindset #MoneyCoaching #InvestorMindset #PassiveIncome #FinancialWellness #EntrepreneurMindset #GoalSetting #SelfImprovement #MindsetMatters #FinancialSuccess #MoneyTips #InvestSmart #BuildingWealth #FinancialGoals #Retirement #Podcast #smartmoney #smartmoneyconcepts #nofomo