Tag: Audiobook

Chapter 10: Know Your Worth

Chapter 10: Know Your Worth

What does it really mean to live your best life in retirement?

Join Bryan Sweet as he dives into the final chapter of our audiobook, Dream Architecture: Build a Retirement Beyond What’s Possible. This episode goes beyond numbers and retirement statistics to explore how a strong sense of self-worth can transform your retirement journey. Discover how you can shift your mindset to focus on what truly matters—living richly rather than dying rich.

This chapter covers: 

  • Self-worth and its connection to achieving your biggest dreams (02:34)
  • Shifting the retirement focus from money to life fulfillment (05:20)
  • Creating positive momentum through tiny habits (14:10)
  • And more

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The opinions voiced in The Dream Architect Life Podcast with Bryan Sweet and Brittany Anderson are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. To determine what may be appropriate for you, consult with your attorney, accountant, financial or tax advisor prior to investing. Guests on the show are not affiliated with CWM, LLC. Investment advisory services offered through CWM, LLC, an SEC Registered Investment Advisor. Carson Partners, a division of CWM, LLC, is a nationwide partnership of advisors.

Chapter Eight: Turning Your Dreams Into Reality (Ep.77)

Chapter Eight: Turning Your Dreams Into Reality (Ep.77)

What if retirement wasn’t just about slowing down, but rather speeding up to live out the dreams you’ve always had?

Join Bryan Sweet, CLU®, ChFC®, as he reveals key strategies to build confidence in your financial future. Through smart planning and a focus on what truly matters, he’ll help you create a fulfilling and secure retirement.

With insights from Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin P. Hardy, Bryan challenges the common notion of retirement being a slow phase and instead portrays it as an exciting time to pursue significant life goals. Whether it’s opening a new business or traveling the globe, it’s never too late to dream big and plan wisely.

Key highlights in this chapter include:

  • How focusing on life goals complements financial planning [00:01:00]
  • The pitfalls of early retirement without proper planning [00:03:00]
  • Harnessing the power of planning and achieving small wins [00:08:00]
  • Strategies to build self-confidence and avoid comparing yourself to others [00:14:00]
  • And more!

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The opinions voiced in The Dream Architect Life Podcast with Bryan Sweet and Brittany Anderson are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. To determine what may be appropriate for you, consult with your attorney, accountant, financial or tax advisor prior to investing. Guests on the show are not affiliated with CWM, LLC. Investment advisory services offered through CWM, LLC, an SEC Registered Investment Advisor. Carson Partners, a division of CWM, LLC, is a nationwide partnership of advisors.

Chapter Seven: Navigating Uncertainty and Adversity (Ep.76)

Chapter Seven: Navigating Uncertainty and Adversity (Ep.76)

Are life’s curveballs throwing you off balance? 

Today’s episode features Chapter Seven of our audiobook, Dream Architecture: Build a Retirement Beyond What’s Possible, and takes you through the art of navigating uncertainty with grace and resilience.

Join Brittany Anderson from Sweet Financial Partners as she explores how a positive mindset isn’t just feel-good fluff—it’s a powerful tool to help you stay the course and achieve your dreams. Discover transformative insights and practical steps on how to reframe negative experiences into growth opportunities.

Key points in this chapter include:

  • The surprising link between attitude and health benefits [00:03:30]
  • How gratitude and a shift in perspective can turn challenges into stepping stones [00:04:15]
  • Empowering strategies to maintain a positive outlook during financial downturns [00:18:45]
  • The “Experience Transformer” method for turning setbacks into setups for future success [00:12:45]
  • And more!

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Connect With Sweet Financial Partners:

The opinions voiced in The Dream Architect Life Podcast with Bryan Sweet and Brittany Anderson are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. To determine what may be appropriate for you, consult with your attorney, accountant, financial or tax advisor prior to investing. Guests on the show are not affiliated with CWM, LLC. Investment advisory services offered through CWM, LLC, an SEC Registered Investment Advisor. Carson Partners, a division of CWM, LLC, is a nationwide partnership of advisors.

Chapter Five: Overcoming Self-Doubt (Ep.74)

Chapter Five: Overcoming Self-Doubt (Ep.74)

In this chapter of our audiobook, Dream Architecture: Build a Retirement Beyond What’s Possible, we explore practical habits including morning routines and the power of gratitude, and they encourage breaking free from limiting beliefs that stifle growth. Whether it’s aligning actions with goals or fighting analysis paralysis, they lay out a blueprint for personal transformation.

This chapter touches on: 

  • The role of self-belief in shaping success [00:01:34]
  • Darren Hardy’s story about unexpected SAT success [00:01:34]
  • Creating and sticking to a morning routine [00:09:02]
  • The importance of saying No [00:14:47]
  • The significance of your own words on your mind [00:19:12]
  • And more

Resources: 

Connect With Sweet Financial Partners:

The opinions voiced in The Dream Architect Life Podcast with Bryan Sweet and Brittany Anderson are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. To determine what may be appropriate for you, consult with your attorney, accountant, financial or tax advisor prior to investing. Guests on the show are not affiliated with CWM, LLC. Investment advisory services offered through CWM, LLC, an SEC Registered Investment Advisor. Carson Partners, a division of CWM, LLC, is a nationwide partnership of advisors.

Chapter Four: The Power of Surrounding Yourself with Positive Influences (Ep.73)

Chapter Four: The Power of Surrounding Yourself with Positive Influences (Ep.73)

In this chapter of our audiobook, Dream Architecture: Build a Retirement Beyond What’s Possible, Bryan Sweet explores the power of relationships and the company we choose to keep. Discover how the people around you can either uplift you toward your dreams or hold you back with limiting beliefs. Tune in to learn how to foster relationships that align with your values and aspirations for retirement.

The top takeaways from this chapter include: 

  • The influence of the five people you spend the most time with [0:00:55]
  • Recognizing and distancing from negativity while building a positive environment [0:03:20]
  • How small habits can lead to big changes, inspired by B.J. Fogg’s work [0:12:45]
  • The importance of maintaining your values in financial decisions [0:19:10]
  • Balancing personal needs with family expectations [0:24:30]
  • And more

Resources: 

Connect With Sweet Financial Partners:

The opinions voiced in The Dream Architect Life Podcast with Bryan Sweet and Brittany Anderson are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. To determine what may be appropriate for you, consult with your attorney, accountant, financial or tax advisor prior to investing. Guests on the show are not affiliated with CWM, LLC. Investment advisory services offered through CWM, LLC, an SEC Registered Investment Advisor. Carson Partners, a division of CWM, LLC, is a nationwide partnership of advisors.