What To Expect When You're Expecting

Thoughts On Money [TOM]

This week's blogpost - https://bahnsen.co/47bXUEB

The Power of Expectations in Life, Finance, and Happiness

In this episode of the Thoughts on Money (Tom) podcast, hosted by Trevor Cummings with guests Blaine Carver and Sean Latimer, the focus is on Trevor's article titled 'What to Expect When You're Expecting.' The discussion explores the impact of expectations on various aspects of life, including relationships, happiness, and investments. They delve into how expectations can shape experiences, using examples from personal anecdotes and the stock market. The conversation also touches on the importance of understanding market efficiency, emotional investment, and the distinction between investing and speculating. The episode emphasizes the critical role of managing expectations for achieving financial and personal satisfaction.

00:00 Introduction and Greetings

00:13 Discussing Expectations

03:22 The Impact of Expectations on Happiness

05:47 Expectations in Finance

07:59 Efficient Market Hypothesis

24:08 Speculation vs. Investing

26:58 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Links mentioned in this episode:

• http://thoughtsonmoney.com
• http://thebahnsengroup.com