Speaker 1: Yo, yo yo. What's up? Fam Zayden Cruz here back
Speaker 1: with another dose of reality straight to your ears. Today,
Speaker 1: we're diving deep into a topic that's kind of scary,
Speaker 1: kind of exciting, and one hundred percent going to change
Speaker 1: how you think about money, the dopamine rush connection. You
Speaker 1: know that feeling when you score a new pair of kicks,
Speaker 1: hit that ad to cart button on your fave Zara haul,
Speaker 1: or even just get that sweet notification of a direct deposit. Yeah,
Speaker 1: that's dopamine hitting you up like your bestie after winning
Speaker 1: the lottery. But here's the thing, gen z. Our brains
Speaker 1: are wired for instant gratification thanks to social media and
Speaker 1: this whole twenty four to seven hustle culture we're living in.
Speaker 1: It's all about quick hits of joy, like that TikTok
Speaker 1: dance trend going viral, or racking up likes on your
Speaker 1: latest selfie. And let's be real, money often gets tied
Speaker 1: into that dopamine game, whether it's buying the latest gadget,
Speaker 1: traveling to Bali that pick looks fire, or just having
Speaker 1: a little extra in your pocket for those spontaneous moments.
Speaker 1: So why does this matter? Because if we're constantly chasing
Speaker 1: those dopamine highs through spending, we're setting ourselves up for
Speaker 1: some serious financial fomo down the line. Ever, feel like
Speaker 1: you're always broke even when you're working your butt off,
Speaker 1: or find yourself endlessly scrolling through shopping apps instead of
Speaker 1: focusing on actual goals. Trust me, I've been there, and
Speaker 1: it ain't a good vibe. Here are five key takeaways
Speaker 1: to level up your financial game and break free from
Speaker 1: that dopamine roller coaster. One Awareness is key. The first
Speaker 1: step to rewiring your brain is realizing how money interacts
Speaker 1: with those feel good chemicals. Pay attention to what triggers
Speaker 1: those spending urges. Is it a certain influencer, a specific store,
Speaker 1: or just the notification sound of a new sale. Once
Speaker 1: you know your triggers, you can start to navigate them smarter. Two.
Speaker 1: Delayed gratification. This ain't easy, fam, but trust me it's
Speaker 1: worth it. Instead of impulsively buying that cute top that
Speaker 1: you probably won't even wear twice, challenge yourself to wait
Speaker 1: twenty four hours before making the purchase. That little space
Speaker 1: can help you separate genuine need from fleeting desire. Think
Speaker 1: about it like this, would you rather have a flash
Speaker 1: in the pan dopamine hit, or a long term sense
Speaker 1: of financial freedom. Three Budget like your future self. Thanks you.
Speaker 1: This isn't just some boring adulting thing. It's about making
Speaker 1: your money work for you. Track your spending, set realistic goals,
Speaker 1: and allocate funds towards things that actually matter, like building
Speaker 1: that emergency fund, investing in your future, or even treating
Speaker 1: yourself to those experiences that bring real joy. Think concert tickets,
Speaker 1: not another pair of shoes. Four. Find alternative dopamine hits.
Speaker 1: There are way more fulfilling ways to get your dopamine
Speaker 1: fixed than spending money. Get outside, move your body, connect
Speaker 1: with friends, learn a new skill, binge watch that show
Speaker 1: you've been meaning to catch up on. Trust me, these
Speaker 1: activities will leave you feeling way more satisfied and fulfilled
Speaker 1: in the long run. Five. Be your own financial boss.
Speaker 1: Don't let money control you, take control of it. Start
Speaker 1: learning about personal finance, explore different investment options, and build
Speaker 1: your own financial empire. It's not just about making money,
Speaker 1: it's about having the freedom to live life on your
Speaker 1: own terms all right. Time for a viral worthy story
Speaker 1: that'll blow your mind. Ever heard of Emma Chamberlain, This
Speaker 1: queen build an entire empire off her authentic content, relatable struggles,
Speaker 1: and kill her sense of humor. She started as a
Speaker 1: YouTuber sharing her daily life. Who hasn't scrolled through one
Speaker 1: of her chaotic vlogs, and now she's got a podcast,
Speaker 1: her own coffee brand, partnerships with major brands, and millions
Speaker 1: of loyal fans. But get this, Emma was just an
Speaker 1: average teenager trying to figure things out, just like you
Speaker 1: and me. She faced rejection, doubted herself, and even dealt
Speaker 1: with online hate. Yet she kept pushing forward, learning from
Speaker 1: her mistakes and staying true to herself. And guess what,
Speaker 1: that authenticity resonated with people, and now she's living proof
Speaker 1: that staying true to your own path can lead to
Speaker 1: unimaginable success. So remember this. You have the power to
Speaker 1: break free from the dopamine trap and build a life
Speaker 1: that aligns with your values and goals. It won't always
Speaker 1: be easy, but trust me, it's worth it. Ditch those
Speaker 1: impulsive spending habits, prioritize your financial future, and unlock the
Speaker 1: potential within you. You've got this, don't forget to hit
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Speaker 1: this episode. Let's get reel about money and break the
Speaker 1: cycle together. Until next week, stay dope and keep hustling.
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