In this solo episode, Christian reflects on the money lessons he learned after reflecting on his early years of earning.

From his first after-school job at a fish and chip shop and saving for his first car, to handling large amounts of cash while working in a currency exchange during university, these early experiences shaped how he began to think about money. But some of the most important lessons came much later.

Christian explores the common belief that earning more money will make life easier, the emotional side of financial decisions, and how pride and ego can quietly influence the choices we make. He also shares the experience of downsizing and selling a home, a decision that felt difficult at first, but revealed just how many people are quietly navigating similar financial pressures.

Along the way, he reflects on the risk ...