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The most dangerous word in the English language isn't failure. It's someday.In this episode, we explore how the "someday" mentality quietly steals your health, money, and time by convincing you that the right moment to change will come later.Freedom is having the health, the money, and the time to live the life you were created to live.Freedom Killers Series✅ Episode 1: Car Payments✅ Episode 2: Student Loans✅ Episode 3: Credit Card Debt✅ Episode 4: Buying Too Much House✅ Episode 5: Alcohol, Drugs & Vices✅ Episode 6: Waiting for Someday (You're Here)⬜ Episode 7: Poor Health⬜ Episode 8: Phone Addiction⬜ Episode 9: Living Without Purpose⬜ Episode 10: ComfortFor years, I told myself "one day" I would change. One day I would get healthy. One day I would stop drinking. One day I would become the person I knew I could be.Everything changed when I stopped waiting for someday and made today day one.Your future is built by today's decisions — not tomorrow's intentions.Subscribe to Freedom First as we build more health, money, time... and ultimately, more freedom.Book Matt to speak: www.MattScoletti.comEmail Matt: [email protected]: @MattScoletti

For 15 years, I thought alcohol gave me freedom. It actually stole every kind of freedom I had.In this episode, I share my personal journey with addiction and how alcohol, drugs, and other destructive habits can quietly steal your health, money, and time — the very things that create a free life.Freedom is having the health, the money, and the time to live the life you were created to live.Freedom Killers Series✅ Episode 1: Car Payments✅ Episode 2: Student Loans✅ Episode 3: Credit Card Debt✅ Episode 4: Buying Too Much House✅ Episode 5: Alcohol, Drugs & Vices (You're Here)⬜ Episode 6: Waiting for Someday⬜ Episode 7: Poor Health⬜ Episode 8: Phone Addiction⬜ Episode 9: Living Without Purpose⬜ Episode 10: ComfortAddiction doesn't just steal money. It steals years of your life.If this episode helps someone who is struggling, share it with them. Sometimes one decision can be the beginning of getting your freedom back.Subscribe to Freedom First as we build more health, money, time... and ultimately, more freedom.Book Matt to speak: www.MattScoletti.comEmail Matt: [email protected]: @MattScoletti

Your dream home shouldn't become your financial prison.In this episode, we uncover how buying too much house can quietly steal your money, health, and time by creating stress, reducing flexibility, and forcing you to work longer just to maintain a lifestyle.Freedom is having the health, the money, and the time to live the life you were created to live.Freedom Killers Series✅ Episode 1: Car Payments✅ Episode 2: Student Loans✅ Episode 3: Credit Card Debt✅ Episode 4: Buying Too Much House (You're Here)⬜ Episode 5: Alcohol & Drugs⬜ Episode 6: Waiting for Someday⬜ Episode 7: Poor Health⬜ Episode 8: Phone Addiction⬜ Episode 9: Living Without Purpose⬜ Episode 10: ComfortA house should give you a place to live — not force you to work longer than you want.Subscribe to Freedom First as we build more health, money, time... and ultimately, more freedom.Book Matt to speak: www.MattScoletti.comMatt's email: [email protected] Social: @MattScoletti

🚫 Freedom Killers | Episode 3 of 10If you're paying 25% interest on a credit card, you're investing... just in someone else's retirement.In this episode, we expose how credit card debt quietly steals your money and time, keeping millions of people trapped in a cycle of payments and interest.Freedom is having the health, the money, and the time to live the life you were created to live.Freedom Killers Series✅ Episode 1: Car Payments✅ Episode 2: Student Loans✅ Episode 3: Credit Card Debt (You're Here)⬜ Episode 4: Buying Too Much House⬜ Episode 5: Alcohol & Drugs⬜ Episode 6: Waiting for Someday⬜ Episode 7: Poor Health⬜ Episode 8: Phone Addiction⬜ Episode 9: Living Without Purpose⬜ Episode 10: ComfortIf this episode challenged your thinking, subscribe and join us as we build more health, money, time... and ultimately, more freedom. Book Matt to speak: www.MattScoletti.com Email Matt: [email protected] Social: @MattScoletti

🚫 Freedom Killers | Episode 2 of 10College can be one of the best investments you'll ever make... or one of the most expensive mistakes.In this episode, we uncover how student loans can quietly delay your financial freedom and why understanding the return on your education is one of the most important financial decisions you'll ever make.Freedom is having the health, the money, and the time to live the life you were created to live.Freedom Killers Series✅ Episode 1: Car Payments✅ Episode 2: Student Loans (You're Here)⬜ Episode 3: Credit Card Debt⬜ Episode 4: Buying Too Much House⬜ Episode 5: Alcohol & Drugs⬜ Episode 6: Waiting for Someday⬜ Episode 7: Poor Health⬜ Episode 8: Phone Addiction⬜ Episode 9: Living Without Purpose⬜ Episode 10: ComfortIf this episode challenged your thinking, subscribe and join us as we build more health, money, time... and ultimately, more freedom.Book Matt to speak: www.MattScoletti.comEmail Matt: [email protected]: @MattScoletti

The biggest wealth killer in America isn't coffee or vacations... it's probably sitting in your driveway.In this episode, we expose how car payments quietly steal your money and time, delaying financial freedom for millions of Americans.Remember: Freedom is having the health, the money, and the time to live the life you were created to live.Freedom Killers Series✅ Episode 1: Car Payments (You're Here)⬜ Episode 2: Student Loans⬜ Episode 3: Credit Card Debt⬜ Episode 4: Buying Too Much House⬜ Episode 5: Alcohol & Drugs⬜ Episode 6: Waiting for Someday⬜ Episode 7: Poor Health⬜ Episode 8: Phone Addiction⬜ Episode 9: Living Without Purpose⬜ Episode 10: ComfortIf this episode challenged your thinking, subscribe and join us as we build more health, money, time... and ultimately, more freedom.#FreedomFirst #FinancialFreedom #PersonalFinance #MoneyMindsetBook Matt to speak: www.MattScoletti.comEmail Matt: [email protected]: @MattScoletti.

Your wedding should be one of the happiest days of your life—not the reason you start your marriage buried in debt.In this episode, I break down three wedding expenses that I believe are wildly overpriced and often driven more by marketing than by what truly creates a meaningful celebration.Here's what we cover:💍 The "Three Months' Salary" Engagement Ring Rule – Ever wonder who came up with that? It wasn't financial advisors—it was brilliant marketing. Don't let an advertising slogan dictate one of the biggest purchases of your life.💳 Going Into Debt for One Day – Starting your marriage with credit card debt or loans can create years of financial stress for a celebration that lasts just a few hours.🏡 Luxury Wedding Venues – A stunning venue doesn't guarantee unforgettable memories. Some of the most meaningful weddings are the simplest. One of my favorite weddings ever was my cousin's picnic wedding—it proved that the people, not the price tag, make the day special.Your wedding should reflect your values—not someone else's expectations.Real wealth isn't about having the most expensive wedding. It's about building a marriage with financial freedom from day one.Subscribe for more conversations about money, health, and time—because the best investment you can make isn't in one perfect day. It's in the decades you'll spend together afterward.Book Matt to speak: www.MattScoletti.comSocial:  @MattScoletti  Email: [email protected]

Just because a renovation is expensive doesn't mean it's a smart investment.In this episode, I break down three home upgrades that often cost far more than they're worth—and in some cases, can even make your home harder to sell.Here's what we cover:🏊 Swimming Pools – While some people love them, many buyers see ongoing maintenance, higher insurance costs, and less flexibility instead of added value.🍽️ Luxury Kitchens Beyond the Neighborhood – A beautiful kitchen is great, but spending far more than nearby homes can support doesn't always translate into a higher resale price.🎬 Custom Home Theaters & Highly Personalized Rooms – Your dream movie room or specialty space may be someone else's renovation project. The more customized your home becomes, the smaller your pool of potential buyers.The goal isn't to avoid improving your home. It's to make upgrades that enhance your life without sacrificing your future financial freedom.Every dollar you spend should answer one question:Is this improving my lifestyle enough to justify the cost—or would that money create more freedom somewhere else?Subscribe for more conversations about money, health, and time—because the best investment isn't always the most expensive one.Book Matt to speak: www.MattScoletti.comSocial: @MattScoletti Email: [email protected]

Some purchases make you look wealthy. Others actually help you become wealthy.In this episode, I share three luxury items that I believe are wildly overpriced—and why I'd rather invest that money into buying more freedom.Here's what we cover:👜 Designer Handbags – Is spending $5,500 on a handbag really worth it when similar styles cost a fraction of the price?⌚ Luxury Watches – Most people don't notice whether your watch costs $10 or $10,000. A good rule of thumb? Never let your watch become a meaningful percentage of your net worth.👕 High-End Designer Clothing – Looking professional matters. Paying hundreds of dollars for a single shirt usually doesn't.The goal isn't to never enjoy nice things. It's to ask a better question:Is this purchase increasing my freedom...or just my status?Real wealth isn't about impressing strangers. It's about creating a life where money gives you more choices, more time, and more freedom.Subscribe for more conversations about money, health, and time—because the ultimate luxury isn't what you wear. It's owning your time.Book Matt to Speak: www.MattScoletti.comSocial:  @MattScoletti  Email: [email protected]

Most people don't waste money on one big mistake—they lose it through small habits that quietly steal their future. In this episode, I break down three of the biggest money leaks I see: 💸 Lifestyle Inflation – Every raise becomes a bigger lifestyle instead of a bigger investment. 💳 Paying Interest Instead of Earning It – You can't build wealth while paying 29% interest on credit cards. The first investment is eliminating expensive debt. 🚤 Buying Things That Steal Future Freedom – Some purchases don't just cost money—they demand your time, maintenance, insurance, repairs, and attention. Ask yourself: Is this purchase buying me freedom...or taking it away? Real wealth isn't about looking rich. It's about creating the freedom to spend your time however you choose. Subscribe for more conversations about money, health, and time—because the goal isn't to accumulate more stuff. It's to build a life with more freedom. Book Matt to Speak: www.MattScoletti.com Social: @MattScoletti Email: [email protected]

Most people think becoming wealthy is about earning more money. It's not. It's about thinking differently. In this episode, I break down three mindset shifts I've noticed that separate people who build lasting wealth from those who simply look successful: 💰 Why wealthy people buy income before toys📈 Why they think in decades instead of days or months (and what Warren Buffett teaches us about patience)🕊️ Why they optimize for freedom over status—and the difference between being fake rich and actually wealthyIf your goal isn't just to make more money, but to build a life where work becomes optional, this episode will help you start thinking like someone who's playing the long game. Subscribe for more conversations about money, health, and time—because real wealth is the freedom to live life on your terms. Book Matt to Speak: www.MattScoletti.com Social: @MattScoletti Email: [email protected]

Most people don’t fail with money because they don’t earn enough.They fail because they wait too long to decide what money is actually for.In this video, we break down the 5 most common money regrets people carry later in life—things like delaying experiences, misunderstanding “security,” ignoring time, and optimizing for the wrong version of success.The goal isn’t guilt. It’s awareness.Because once you see these patterns clearly, you can stop building a future you won’t want to live in.Watch this if you’re serious about making better decisions with your money now—not later.Book Matt to Speak: www.MattScoletti.comSocial: @MattScoletti

Most people think the goal of money is to accumulate more of it.But research—and real life—points somewhere else.In this video, we break down the top 5 best ways to spend money for long-term happiness and fulfillment, including experiences, travel, and time with the people who matter most.Not status. Not stuff. Not upgrades you stop noticing in a month.Just the kinds of purchases that actually improve your life.If you’ve ever wondered what money is for, this will reframe it.Book Matt to Speak: www.MattScoletti.comSocial: @MattScoletti

Most people assume millionaires drive exotic, expensive cars everywhere they go. Reality is very different. In this video, we break down the top 5 cars millionaires actually drive—and why most of them prioritize practicality, reliability, and long-term value over status symbols. No hype. No fantasy garage. Just real-world ownership patterns from people who actually build wealth. If you think wealth looks like supercars, this will challenge that idea. Book Matt to Speak: www.MattScoletti.com Social: @MattScoletti

Most people don’t have a money problem—they have a thinking problem. And the fastest way to upgrade how you think is simple: learn from people who already figured it out. In this video, I break down 5 money books that can genuinely change how you see wealth, spending, and building financial freedom. Not theory—real mindset shifts that compound over time. If you apply even a few ideas from these books, your relationship with money will not stay the same. Watch it, then ask yourself one question:What am I still believing about money that’s keeping me stuck? Drop your answer in the comments. —Don’t just consume. Apply. Book Matt to Speak: www.MattScoletti.com Social: @MattScoletti