Australian Finance Podcast Rewarding yourself, ETF losses and walking away from golden handcuffs – Q&A
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Feb 26, 2026 They talk about how to actually reward yourself after hitting financial milestones and avoid extreme saving guilt. They cover dealing with ETF and share losses, why beginners feel losses more deeply, and when people sell too soon. They explore escaping high-pay but unsatisfying jobs, negotiating time over pay, and practical steps for retirement timing and building buffers before quitting.
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Owen's Points Hack For Business Class To Vietnam
- Owen booked business class flights to Vietnam using points by planning 10–13 months ahead.
- He notes babies under two fly free in some rules and described using a bassinet on long-haul flights.
Set A Spending Goal To Balance Extreme Saving
- Do set a spending goal as well as a saving goal to reset your money habits.
- Gemma suggests a non-financial reward or a side reward account so hitting milestones doesn't trigger guilt and feels planned.
Awareness Is The First Step To Healthier Saving
- Awareness of compulsive saving is the biggest advantage because you can work on the psychology behind it.
- Gemma recommends exploring your money story and possibly working with a money coach to avoid unhealthy over-saving.
