50 Facts About True Wealth

Last week saw the release of my book, "The Soul of Wealth", a collection of 50 short chapters that uses historical anecdotes and psychological research to teach timeless lesson about the meaning of true wealth. In writing the book, here are some of the things I've come to believe about what constitutes true, soulful, wealth.

Wealth isn’t exclusively a numbers game—if you’re counting dollars instead of moments, you’ve already lost.

Giving money away isn't losing; it's investing in abundance that pays dividends in joy.

Money is a tool, but no tool is fit for every purpose.

Compare your blessings, not your bank account, or joy will slip through your fingers.

Meaning at work turns tasks into triumphs—without it, even wins feel like losses.

If you’re solving the wrong problem, no amount of effort will make it right.

Wealth is hidden in repetition—small, smart habits build empires.

The “what” is easy, but the “how” separates daydreamers from doers.

A budget without a why is just a pile of receipts with no direction.

Investing is a lesson in life’s uncertainty—control what you can, embrace the rest.

Money can buy happiness, but only if you know which joys are worth the price.

Nothing worth doing comes risk-free—if it feels too safe, it’s not worth much.

Strengths, not stress, are the seeds of wealth—water what grows.

Failures teach faster than successes—every stumble is a step forward if you let it be.

A rich life is measured by the friends you keep, not the accounts you close.

Show me how you spend, and I’ll show you what truly matters.

Make good choices easy and bad ones hard—your future self will thank you.

Delayed gratification isn’t deprivation—it’s investing in joy that lasts.

True wealth means unlearning as much as you learn—what you let go of matters.

There’s no perfect time to start—waiting costs more than trying.

The promise of “I’ll be happy when...” is a lie—joy is now, or not at all.

Knowing what to ignore is a superpower—focus feeds fortune.

Time is the one thing money can’t buy back—spend it like treasure.

Willpower is overrated—design a life where you don’t need it.

Simplicity saves in every way—less clutter, more clarity.

What doesn’t kill you makes you wealthier—struggles build stronger balance sheets.

The Joneses are running on fumes—chasing them just drains your tank.

Gratitude compounds faster than interest—count blessings, not bills.

If you can’t see it, you can’t build it—vision is the first investment.

Investing is a bet on better tomorrows—optimism turns markets into opportunity.

Teaching money makes you master it—wisdom shared returns tenfold.

Own your outcomes—fortune favors those who take responsibility.

The past, present, and future are all teachers—learn from each to grow wealth.

Money buys happiness only when spent wisely—invest in meaning, not just things.

The best investment is you—dividends come from self-betterment.

Your most powerful financial decisions aren’t financial—they’re about who you are becoming.

The smartest investors know when to say, “I don’t know”—humility earns profits.

Take the worst-case scenario off the table—peace of mind is priceless.

Outperforming brilliance is easy—just avoid being dumb.

Health is the original wealth—without it, riches are useless.

Every dollar is a vote for the future—spend wisely, shape intentionally.

A good financial plan leaves room for growth—flexibility fuels fortune.

Being rich means being a little weird—conformity never created wealth.

Finance isn’t just math; it’s a study of humanity—money tells the story of our values.

You are not your things—possessions add weight, not worth.

Imagining the worst helps you prepare for the best—fear keeps fortune focused.

Listen to women—there’s wisdom where there’s equality.

You don’t really want to be rich—you want the freedom to live on your own terms.

Not caring what others think is a priceless asset—approval is overrated and costly.

No one builds wealth alone—success is a team sport, not a solo climb.

If you believe that money is about so much more than the numbers, I think you'll enjoy "The Soul of Wealth." Thanks to those who have already read, reviewed, and shared the book - your support means so much!