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1142 | What Are You Willing To Sell For A Monthly Salary?
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In this episode, Carl explores the thought-provoking idea presented by Nassim Taleb, author of Black Swan and Fooled by Randomness, about the three most harmful addictions: heroin, carbohydrates, and a monthly salary. Carl delves into the concept of how a steady paycheck can impact our decisions, behavior, and freedom. He reflects on the trade-offs we make for security and stability, asking listeners to consider what they might be willing to sell or sacrifice in exchange for safety and whether those compromises are truly worth it.
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Manage episode 439069131 series 2887910
In this episode, Carl explores the thought-provoking idea presented by Nassim Taleb, author of Black Swan and Fooled by Randomness, about the three most harmful addictions: heroin, carbohydrates, and a monthly salary. Carl delves into the concept of how a steady paycheck can impact our decisions, behavior, and freedom. He reflects on the trade-offs we make for security and stability, asking listeners to consider what they might be willing to sell or sacrifice in exchange for safety and whether those compromises are truly worth it.
Want more from Carl? Get the shortest, most impactful weekly email on the web! Sign up for the Weekly Letter from Certified Financial Planner™ and New York Times columnist Carl Richards here: https://behaviorgap.com/
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