Walking First So You Can See What’s Possible. Conversations for Conscious Living and Transformation.

asKaren is a space for real conversations — the kind we have with ourselves, with life, and now with Gem… the AI companion who helps me see things more clearly. This podcast explores the questions we all carry: Who am I beneath everything I’ve been told? How do I find myself again? How do I move through life, family, work, finances, love, loss, purpose, and even pet parenting with a little more cl...

Join us as we review Darius and Carmen, the dynamic duo behind Wealth Nation, as they engage in an enlightening conversation with financial guru Garrett Gunderson. This episode challenges the traditional financial strategies of saving and investing for retirement, which Garrett argues perpetuate a scarcity mindset and trap many in a paycheck-to-paycheck existence. Instead, he advocates for the lib...

Recently, I read a book that truly excited and inspired me: “Unlock The Hidden Power Within You: The 7 Keys to Unleashing Your Subconscious Mind for Greater Success” by John Assaraf. This transformative guide dives deep into the powerful, often untapped potential of the subconscious mind, offering practical strategies to unlock a level of success many only dream about. As I turned each page, I fel...

Every day is a test of willpower and resilience. "Strength in the Struggle" is a raw, down-to-earth spoken word piece that captures the essence of facing life's relentless challenges head-on. With a tone reminiscent of the tough, no-nonsense spirit, this piece delivers a powerful message: life's a grind, and it's up to you to claim your strength in the struggle. It speaks to...

I've been on the journey for the past few years to reclaim my power by recognizing when and how I give it away to people, places, or things, and learning how to manifest like we were born to. This journey has required a lot of work, and I can proudly say that I'm continuously improving. I've started to notice a shift in my mindset and my sense of self-power, which feels incredibly empo...

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Taking a loan from a third-party lender or a hard money lender and using the cash value of your life insurance policy to fund an investment property have distinct differences in terms of process, costs, and implications. This is a discussion about the pros and cons of infinite banking when buying or selling real estate. Remember that while there are numerous benefits to capitalizing on your cash v...

When should Infinite Banking be included in a healthy financial portfolio? The following individuals will benefit from forced savings: 1. A forced savings plan can help young adults establish good financial habits from the beginning. 2. People with steady incomes but poor savings habits: These individuals have the means to save, but they need a structure to assist them. 3. People saving for large...

Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you genuinely desired to help someone, but circumstances prevented you from doing so?  Perhaps it was someone in your community, a person you regularly pass by on your way to school or work, or even a member of your own family. Did you know that there exists a means to provide financial assistance without burdening your own resources?  We are going...

New Beginnings for the "asKaren Podcast" . Welcome to the unveiling of Stephen Olson of Reliable VA Services as Co-Host & His First Interview With Yours Truly! He will ask those questions that need to be answered so that we can clarify what we are all about. What exactly is “Wealthy Answers” and what got you started? You've built a successful online community. What do you guys do...

Another Episode from the asKaren Podcast  We all know that those who fail to plan, plan to fail. Yet so many of us (myself included) keep doing the same things over and over. And you know what they say about that habit. We’re going to talk about just 5 risks you face when you don't set up a system to back up your money: Plus, we will talk about how you can make sure it doesn’t happen to you. In th...

THE ONLY PERSON THAT KNOWS WHAT YOU NEED IS YOU! Do you know what that one thing would be to help you get UNSTUCK in life? Once you figure that out, there is nothing that can't be achieved. The first step is knowing what it is. The second step is to plan how you will move forward and through the unknown to achieve your goals. And the third step is making it happen. Virtual Connectors is uniting pe...

My Journey Got me Here...

Why would you prefer a BMW over a Ford? Why would you prefer a chainsaw over a hand saw? Simple answer, but can you figure it out?

Sometimes the thing holding us back from achieving, growing and becoming is right in front of our nose. What could it be and how do we handle it.

What's bringing you the most pain and suffering where finances are involved? Why is it so painful? Do you think this is a normal and healthy way to live? Do you think it's is possible to change this illness and heal? We are here to show you that you can heal your money wounds for good.

Ways to change the "Pay To The Order Of" name on their checks used for bills, from the Debtors Name, to Their Name, Legally! Creating Wealth!!

More and More people are opting in to start receiving their Social Security Early. As of 2020 35% of men and 40% of women are taking early benefits. A choice made for many reasons. Let's Talk About it

A question from a confused homeowner.

Question from two listeners from social media

Will the FDIC protect your deposits in case your bank goes under? If another financial crisis hits, millions of depositors may be more vulnerable than they realize. Here are the insights you need to know. http://energyskeptic.com/2014/how-safe-is-my-fdic-insured-bank-account/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VV6U206lHEI

Finding out that what you Thought You Knew, and you've trusted about the money you've earned is SO important. Once you learn that the facts you've trusted, and counted on are false, you'll want to know how to protect yourself from the out and outright lies.  This episode will definitely make you ask more questions., and demand truthful answers.

Why is there one on every corner? Are they convenient or detrimental? 

Tens of thousands of Americans use one extra step in their finances to change the direction of their cash flow. Why Not You?