New year, new goals — but these 10 resolutions for 2025 are anything but ordinary. In this episode, we’re joined by Meagan McGuire, CFP®, ChFC®, CSLP®, to talk through unexpected ways to improve your financial health, career satisfaction and overall well-being in the coming year.

We’ll discuss how to define your “enough,” build boundaries to combat constant marketing pressures and focus on money neutrality instead of unhealthy comparisons. From philanthropy to honest money conversations, we’ll explore practical tips for starting 2025 with clarity, confidence and a mindset that embraces both progress and peace.

Key moments:

(08:20) Setting boundaries at work even when you can’t fully unplug

(13:30) Let go of guilt and embrace money neutrality — spend and save without shame

(19:53) How giving back through philanthropy can add purpose and break free from the grind

(24:59) Raised to avoid money talk? Here’s how to have fearless financial conversations

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Family planning and fertility touch on some of the most personal and challenging decisions in life — especially for women in medicine, who face unique pressures and demands. Angie Pack, CSLP®, joins me, and we’re addressing these sensitive topics head-on. We share our own experiences with infertility, the difficult choices surrounding when to start a family, and the financial implications of treatments like IVF. We also discuss the support available through income-driven repayment plans for student loans, tax deductions for medical expenses, and the value of breaking the silence surrounding fertility and family planning.

Key moments:

(04:53) Tracking cycles and timing conception while juggling clinical rotation
(09:37) Different types of infertility and the emotional impact of pregnancy loss
(16:07) Balancing schedules for IVF, IUI, and other treatments while managing costs
(19:55) Taking control of your parenthood journey and finding the right support system

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We’re hitting pause on the noise to reflect on gratitude — specifically, our gratitude for you, the physicians who dedicate your lives to serving others. We’ll also explore a year-end checklist of financial tips, like maxing out pre-tax retirement accounts and why working with a tax professional can make a big difference.

But by and large, this episode is all about stepping back and recognizing your resilience, your impact, and the immense value you bring to your patients and communities. Consider this our love letter to you, a celebration of the work you do and a reminder that, even in uncertain times, you are appreciated more than you know.

Key moments:

(02:25) Simple mindfulness strategies for uncertain times, like "nature bathing" and open-eye meditation

(07:24) Practical advice for financial moves to make before year-end for a stronger bottom line

(11:30) How "bunching" with a donor-advised fund can maximize your charitable giving

(19:40) Why now is the perfect time to map out your vision for the next five years

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