Ever grappled with buyer's remorse after an impulsive purchase? In this episode of Ask Ralph, Ralph discusses the traps and emotional triggers behind impulse spending. He shares a straightforward and effective strategy called the 'Power Pause' to help stop this cycle. With reflections from listener Mike and a grounding Bible verse from Proverbs 21:20, Ralph offers practical advice to make intentional financial decisions. Stay tuned for next steps on building an emergency fund and join the Ask Ralph Community for more insightful resources. Remember, small steps lead to big changes.
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00:00 Introduction: The Cycle of Impulse Spending
01:25 Understanding Impulse Spending
02:16 Listener's Question: Breaking the Cycle
05:14 The Power Pause: A Simple Solution
06:07 Practical Steps to Implement the Power Pause
07:25 A Challenge for the Week
07:59 Building Financial Muscles
08:42 Closing Thoughts and Prayer
10:06 Upcoming Topics and Newsletter Invitation
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