Shaun Maslyk

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What is financial well-being? What does it mean to Canadians?

Jun 11, 2024 | moneysense.ca | Shaun Maslyk

A Rich Life Financial well-being is finding a balance between the money we have and the life we want to live. Here's what research says about connecting both. From cold plunges to antiaging secrets, wellness is a major focus for many of Canadians in 2024. This fixation on wellness and self-care has spread to our financial habits, with trends like “no-spend” months and loud budgeting gaining popularity.
Flow state vs. cash flow: Make better money decisions by discovering your flow state

Feb 27, 2024 | moneysense.ca | Shaun Maslyk

Emotion regulation: Engaging deeply in an enjoyable activity boosts your mood and generates positive emotions, which in turn strengthens your ability to manage stress and navigate difficult emotions. It helps maintain emotional balance, which is beneficial when making investment and spending decisions. Being calm means you’re less likely to react impulsively with your money, leading to fewer costly mistakes. This emotional steadiness leads to thoughtful financial choices.
What is financial freedom in Canada?

Oct 23, 2023 | moneysense.ca | Shaun Maslyk

A Rich Life Exploring financial freedom with The Great Gatsby and Ken Honda’s “financial abundance” method and what that means to Canadians. Canadians aren’t short on advice for achieving financial freedom. A quick online search for “how to become financially free” will give you results that can be either informative or confusing. To be fair, some of it is correct, some is misleading, and some is downright wrong.
The Value of a Human-Centric Approach to Financial Advice on Apple Podcasts

Oct 18, 2023 | podcasts.apple.com | Shaun Maslyk

With: Jason Pereira MBA CFA® CFP® | Personal Finance and fintech Expert Writer | Podcaster | Public Speaker Preet Banerjee | Behavioural Finance Expert | Keynote Speaker | Found of MoneyGaps Dr. Meghaan Lurtz Ph.D. | Lecturer | Writer | Senior Research Associate Kitces.com Mark McGrath CFP® CIM® CLU® | Financial Planner | Aaron Hector, B.COMM., CFP, R.F.P., TEP | Private Wealth Advisor | Financial Planner BIOs: Jason Pereira MBA CFA® CFP® is a highly experienced financial planner with over...
“Yes, concerts are experiences—and I’m spending my money on them!” - MoneySense

Sep 20, 2023 | moneysense.ca | Shaun Maslyk

A Rich Life I explore the impact of prioritizing spending on experiences over material things through my Bruce Springsteen concert experience. With a bit of help from Amit Kumar’s research. In my previous MoneySense column, I wrote about the power of shifting our spending from acquiring things to spending on experiences as it has been shown to create lasting satisfaction in our lives. Now, let me put that to the test.
Spending money on experiences—be honest, can you really afford it? - MoneySense

Jul 26, 2023 | moneysense.ca | Shaun Maslyk

Material possessions versus experiencesIt’s no secret we live in a society driven by consumerism and the desire for more, more, more. We are constantly bombarded with messages encouraging us to buy something, whether it’s through ads on our phones, commercials on streaming services, or influencers pedalling their latest find. You also have things like credit cards and buy now, pay later programs that suggest you can have more, even if you can’t afford it.
Insights from Ben Felix and Cameron Passmore on the Story, Passion, Vision, and Quality behind the Rational Reminder Podcast on Apple Podcasts

Jun 28, 2023 | podcasts.apple.com | Shaun Maslyk

Cameron Passmore Executive Chairman, Portfolio Manager, CIM®, FMA, FCSI, and Ben Felix Portfolio Manager, Head of Research, MBA, CFA, CFP®, CIM®BIO: Cameron Passmore is the Executive Chairman of PWL Capital, leading the firm's strategic vision and ensuring long-term success. With over 20 years of experience, he advocates for evidence-based, systemic investing. Cameron is committed to building a premier wealth management firm and shares his knowledge through the Rational Reminder podcast.
What is the PERMA model? Can it help Canadians to spend better?

Jun 19, 2023 | moneysense.ca | Shaun Maslyk

In a world hyper-focused on saving money (which is important, of course), I think we need something more meaningful. Perhaps we can start by exploring how we can spend our money in ways that foster genuine joy and happiness in our lives. While saving is crucial, it’s not the only solution. If you’re frustrated by the “don’t spend” part of saving money, consider this perspective: What we buy can actually make us happier—and ultimately save money.
What is the PERMA model? Can it help Canadians to spend better?

Jun 19, 2023 | moneysense.ca | Shaun Maslyk

In a world hyper-focused on saving money (which is important, of course), I think we need something more meaningful. Perhaps we can start by exploring how we can spend our money in ways that foster genuine joy and happiness in our lives. While saving is crucial, it’s not the only solution. If you’re frustrated by the “don’t spend” part of saving money, consider this perspective: What we buy can actually make us happier—and ultimately save money.
Does money buy happiness?

May 25, 2023 | moneysense.ca | Harvest ETFs |Shaun Maslyk

The classic question: “Does money buy happiness?” Before either of us can answer, we need to define happiness. What does happiness mean to you? Articulate what it looks and feels like for you. For many Canadians, it’s difficult to clearly define happiness. A study from the American Psychological Association found that those who make “happiness” the primary goal often end up being less happy. Why?