Secrets To Abundant Living

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Welcome to the Secrets To Abundant Living podcast. The guide on this journey is Amy Sylvis. Ready to unlock the keys to a life of true abundance? We're diving into everything from financial freedom and optimal health to meaningful relationships, geographic freedom, and everything in between. It's about creating a life rich in experiences, purpose, and joy. Get ready for empowering conversations, expert insights, and real life stories that inspire you to live abundantly.

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October 27, 2026Episode 14046 min

Is Your Financial Advisor Really Working for You? with Cathy Zhang

What if the financial advisor you trust isn't recommending every option that could help you build wealth? In this episode, Amy Sylvis welcomes financial planner Cathy Zhang to discuss what you should know before hiring someone to manage your money. Cathy breaks down the qualifications, fiduciary responsibilities, and different fee structures that can influence an advisor's recommendations, helping you understand what you're actually paying for. From commission-based advice and hidden conflicts of interest to comprehensive financial planning and investment strategies, Amy and Cathy explore how to find an advisor who truly understands your goals. They also share practical questions to ask, what to look for beyond credentials, and why the right financial relationship should involve more than an annual investment report. Connect with Cathy Zhang: Website: https://www.easysundayfp.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cathyzhang Connect with Amy Sylvis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amysylvis/ Contact Us: https://www.sylviscapital.com https://www.sylviscapital.com/webinar info@sylviscapital.com 00:00 Five Things to Look for When Choosing a Financial Advisor 10:37 What Financial Advisor Credentials Really Tell You 12:30 Fee-Only, Fee-Based, and Commission-Based Advisors Explained 18:32 Does Fiduciary Duty Guarantee Your Best Interests Come First? 20:52 Should Your Financial Advisor Be Beating the Market? 23:31 Why Some Financial Advisors Don't Recommend Certain Investments 27:45 How Much Are You Really Paying Your Financial Advisor? 30:09 Financial Planning Goes Beyond Managing Investments 34:39 The Most Overlooked Quality in a Financial Advisor DISCLAIMERS: Any information or advice available on this channel is intended for educational and general guidance only. Amy Sylvis and Sylvis Capital, LLC shall not be liable for any direct, incidental, consequential, indirect, or punitive damages arising out of access to or use of any of the content available on this channel. Consult a financial advisor or other wealth management professional before you make investments of any kind. Although Amy Sylvis and her affiliates take all reasonable care to ensure that the contents of this channel are accurate and up-to-date, all information contained on it is provided 'as is.' Amy Sylvis makes no warranties or representations of any kind concerning the accuracy or suitability of the information contained on this channel. Any links to other websites are provided only as a convenience and Sylvis Capital, LLC encourages you to read the privacy statements of any third-party websites. All comments will be reviewed by the Sylvis Capital staff and may be deleted if deemed inappropriate. Comments which are off-topic, offensive or promotional will not be posted. The comments/posts are from members of the public and do not necessarily reflect the views of Amy Sylvis and her affiliates.

October 20, 2026Episode 13940 min

Perimenopause Is More Than Hot Flashes. Here's What You're Missing with Dr. Jill Crosson

What if the symptoms you've been blaming on stress or aging are actually signs of perimenopause? In this episode, Amy Sylvis sits down with Dr. Jill Crosson to discuss the often-overlooked effects of perimenopause and menopause on women's health. From anxiety and disrupted sleep to joint pain and changes in metabolism, Dr. Crosson explains why these symptoms are frequently misunderstood and how gaps in medical education have affected women's access to care. They revisit the Women's Health Initiative and its impact on hormone therapy, explore the roles of estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone, and discuss how hormone changes affect long-term health. Dr. Crosson also shares insights on vaginal estrogen, nutrition, and strength training to help women make more informed decisions about their health. Connect with Dr. Jill Crosson: Website: https://allinprecisionwellness.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allinprecisionwellnesspa/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@allinprecisionwel Resources: Estrogen Matters (Book): https://a.co/d/0hmJeZvg Connect with Amy Sylvis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amysylvis/ Contact Us: https://www.sylviscapital.com https://www.sylviscapital.com/webinar info@sylviscapital.com 00:00 Why Perimenopause Symptoms Are So Easily Missed 06:43 What Perimenopause and Menopause Actually Mean 08:14 Why So Many Doctors Aren't Prepared to Treat Menopause 12:16 How One Study Changed Hormone Therapy for a Generation 15:13 Rethinking Estrogen and the Benefits of Hormone Therapy 17:18 Why Hormone Testing Can Be Confusing During Perimenopause 21:34 How Estrogen Affects More Than Reproductive Health 25:15 The Mental Health Risks Women Need to Know About 27:15 Understanding Progesterone and Testosterone in Women 32:32 Vaginal Estrogen, UTI Prevention, and Protecting Women's Health 36:45 Why Nutrition and Strength Training Matter During Menopause DISCLAIMERS: Any information or advice available on this channel is intended for educational and general guidance only. Amy Sylvis and Sylvis Capital, LLC shall not be liable for any direct, incidental, consequential, indirect, or punitive damages arising out of access to or use of any of the content available on this channel. Consult a financial advisor or other wealth management professional before you make investments of any kind. Although Amy Sylvis and her affiliates take all reasonable care to ensure that the contents of this channel are accurate and up-to-date, all information contained on it is provided 'as is.' Amy Sylvis makes no warranties or representations of any kind concerning the accuracy or suitability of the information contained on this channel. Any links to other websites are provided only as a convenience and Sylvis Capital, LLC encourages you to read the privacy statements of any third-party websites. All comments will be reviewed by the Sylvis Capital staff and may be deleted if deemed inappropriate. Comments which are off-topic, offensive or promotional will not be posted. The comments/posts are from members of the public and do not necessarily reflect the views of Amy Sylvis and her affiliates.

October 13, 2026Episode 13827 min

Do You Know the Rules of the Money Game?

What if one of the biggest obstacles to building wealth is not knowing the rules of the financial system you're playing in? In this solo episode, Amy Sylvis explores some of the major ideas presented in G. Edward Griffin's The Creature from Jekyll Island and why she believes understanding the monetary system is an important part of protecting and growing wealth. Amy walks through the book's account of the creation of the Federal Reserve, how money and debt interact within the financial system, and why inflation affects more than just the prices we see at the store. She also discusses the concept of moral hazard, what happens when financial institutions take risks but taxpayers absorb losses, and why declining purchasing power can quietly affect wages and savings over time. Most importantly, Amy brings the conversation back to what individuals can control. If wages and savings lose purchasing power over time, what other options exist? She explains why understanding assets, cash flow, and financial education can help people make more informed decisions about building wealth and creating greater freedom in their lives. Connect with Amy Sylvis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amysylvis/ The Creature from Jekyll Island: A Second Look at the Federal Reserve: https://a.co/d/04tegq54 Contact Us: https://www.sylviscapital.com https://www.sylviscapital.com/webinar info@sylviscapital.com 00:00 Why "The Creature From Jekyll Island" Matters to Your Wealth 03:50 Are You Playing the Money Game Without Knowing the Rules? 05:23 How the Federal Reserve Began 08:10 How Does a Dollar Actually Come Into Existence? 12:15 Money Is Debt 14:08 Why Inflation Is More Than Rising Prices 17:42 When Banks Take the Profits but Taxpayers Take the Losses 22:12 What Inflation Can Quietly Do to Your Paycheck and Savings 24:47 Why Owning Assets Can Change the Wealth Equation DISCLAIMERS: Any information or advice available on this channel is intended for educational and general guidance only. Amy Sylvis and Sylvis Capital, LLC shall not be liable for any direct, incidental, consequential, indirect, or punitive damages arising out of access to or use of any of the content available on this channel. Consult a financial advisor or other wealth management professional before you make investments of any kind. Although Amy Sylvis and her affiliates take all reasonable care to ensure that the contents of this channel are accurate and up-to-date, all information contained on it is provided 'as is.' Amy Sylvis makes no warranties or representations of any kind concerning the accuracy or suitability of the information contained on this channel. Any links to other websites are provided only as a convenience and Sylvis Capital, LLC encourages you to read the privacy statements of any third-party websites. All comments will be reviewed by the Sylvis Capital staff and may be deleted if deemed inappropriate. Comments which are off-topic, offensive or promotional will not be posted. The comments/posts are from members of the public and do not necessarily reflect the views of Amy Sylvis and her affiliates.

October 6, 2026Episode 13720 min

What Inflation Could Mean for Your Wealth

What if inflation isn't just something happening to us, but part of how the government manages its debt? In this solo episode, Amy Sylvis breaks down recent comments from President Trump about inflation and the national debt and explains why they matter to anyone trying to build, preserve, and pass on wealth. Amy walks through the difference between the federal deficit and national debt, then explains five ways a country can deal with a growing debt burden. She focuses on one strategy that's much less obvious: reducing the real value of debt through inflation. Using a simple mortgage example, Amy explains how declining purchasing power can make fixed debt easier to repay over time. Rather than focusing on politics, Amy brings the conversation back to what individuals can actually control. She discusses financial education, understanding the monetary system, protecting purchasing power, and learning how different assets and sources of income may perform during periods of higher inflation. Connect with Amy Sylvis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amysylvis/ The Creature from Jekyll Island: A Second Look at the Federal Reserve: https://a.co/d/04tegq54 Contact Us: https://www.sylviscapital.com https://www.sylviscapital.com/webinar info@sylviscapital.com 00:00 Why Trump's Comments About the National Debt Matter 04:23 The Difference Between the Deficit and National Debt 05:19 Five Ways the U.S. Can Deal With Its National Debt 08:14 How Inflation Can Quietly Reduce the Value of Debt 09:39 Why Inflation Can Benefit Borrowers 11:56 What Trump Said About Using Inflation to Pay Down Debt 14:18 Focus on What You Can Control Financially 15:03 How to Protect Your Wealth and Purchasing Power DISCLAIMERS: Any information or advice available on this channel is intended for educational and general guidance only. Amy Sylvis and Sylvis Capital, LLC shall not be liable for any direct, incidental, consequential, indirect, or punitive damages arising out of access to or use of any of the content available on this channel. Consult a financial advisor or other wealth management professional before you make investments of any kind. Although Amy Sylvis and her affiliates take all reasonable care to ensure that the contents of this channel are accurate and up-to-date, all information contained on it is provided 'as is.' Amy Sylvis makes no warranties or representations of any kind concerning the accuracy or suitability of the information contained on this channel. Any links to other websites are provided only as a convenience and Sylvis Capital, LLC encourages you to read the privacy statements of any third-party websites. All comments will be reviewed by the Sylvis Capital staff and may be deleted if deemed inappropriate. Comments which are off-topic, offensive or promotional will not be posted. The comments/posts are from members of the public and do not necessarily reflect the views of Amy Sylvis and her affiliates.

September 29, 2026Episode 13635 min

You Don't Have to Follow Everyone Else's Path with Talia Sader

What if building the right career isn't about following the expected path, but finding the one that actually fits you? In this episode, Amy Sylvis talks with Talia Sader about beginning a career in commercial real estate, finding confidence in a male-dominated industry, and having the courage to change direction when a role no longer aligns with what you want. Talia shares how her interest in architecture, finance, and the built environment led her to real estate and why the variety of opportunities within the industry initially drew her in. She also opens up about leaving her first post-college job after only nine months to pursue work that felt more aligned with her values. From finding mentors and learning on the job to getting comfortable being the youngest person or only woman in the room, Talia offers a refreshing perspective on building a career through curiosity, thoughtful decisions, and the willingness to create your own path. Connect with Talia Sader: Email: talia.sader@gmail.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/talia-sader/ Connect with Amy Sylvis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amysylvis/ Contact Us: https://www.sylviscapital.com https://www.sylviscapital.com/webinar info@sylviscapital.com 00:00 Getting to Know Talia Sader 03:00 Choosing Real Estate From the Start 06:09 Finding Confidence in a Male-Dominated Industry 09:28 What Made Real Estate the Right Fit 15:59 Finding More Purpose Beyond the Numbers 22:42 Leaving a Good Job That Didn't Feel Like the Right Fit 26:55 You Don't Have to Follow Everyone Else's Path 28:03 Why Learning Is the Goal Right Now 30:50 Let People Find the Path That Fits Them 32:34 Get Comfortable Asking for Help

September 22, 2026Episode 13548 min

The Hidden Cost That Could Be Draining Your Wealth with Jason Casco

What if you have more money available to invest than you realize? In this episode, Amy Sylvis shares a private webinar featuring real estate investor and wealth management professional Jason Casco, who challenges the traditional way many investors think about saving, spending, and accessing capital. Jason explains why where you store money between investments can have a major impact on long-term wealth. He breaks down the hidden cost of interrupting compounding, how banks use and leverage capital, and why paying cash doesn't necessarily eliminate the cost of financing. He then introduces infinite banking as one strategy for keeping capital growing while borrowing against it for investments, taxes, and other expenses. Using examples from his own real estate portfolio, Jason walks through how he uses this approach alongside bank loans and other financing while also addressing its upfront costs, limitations, and who it may not be appropriate for. Connect with Jason Casco: Website: https://jasoncasco.com/ Free resources https://jasoncasco.com/book/ https://jasoncasco.com/dead-capital-audit/ Connect with Amy Sylvis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amysylvis/ Contact Us: https://www.sylviscapital.com https://www.sylviscapital.com/webinar info@sylviscapital.com 00:00 Why Where You Store Your Money Matters 06:06 The Question Most Investors Aren't Asking 08:54 Understanding How Banks Make Money 11:11 Why You Finance Everything You Buy 14:41 How Interrupting Compounding Can Cost You Millions 16:22 Using Infinite Banking to Keep Your Capital Compounding 20:43 Why Whole Life Insurance Is Used for the Strategy 28:16 How the Infinite Banking Loop Works 30:30 How Jason Uses the Strategy to Fund Real Estate 43:54 Who Infinite Banking Is and Isn't For

September 15, 2026Episode 13418 min

Why the Wealthy Don't Always Avoid Debt

What does it really mean when someone is $1.2 billion in debt? In this solo episode, Amy Sylvis takes a closer look at the headline surrounding Robert Kiyosaki's reported $1.2 billion in debt and explains why the number alone doesn't tell the whole financial story. Rather than automatically viewing debt as a sign that something has gone wrong, Amy explores how experienced investors can intentionally use leverage as part of their strategy. She breaks down why commercial real estate investors may choose to keep debt even when they could pay it off, from deploying their capital elsewhere to asset protection and increasing potential returns. Amy also looks at the other side of leverage, including refinancing risk, rising interest rates, debt service coverage, loan covenants, and the possibility of default. Ultimately, she makes the case for financial education and learning to interpret financial information for yourself rather than reacting to a headline. Connect with Amy Sylvis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amysylvis/ Contact Us: https://www.sylviscapital.com https://www.sylviscapital.com/webinar info@sylviscapital.com 00:00 The $1.2 Billion Debt Headline That Got Everyone Talking 03:15 Why Wealthy Investors Intentionally Use Debt 04:43 Why Paying Off Debt Isn't Always the Goal 06:24 Why Financial Education Changes How You Read the Headlines 08:04 Learn to Interpret Financial Information for Yourself 10:15 The Risks That Come With Using Debt 12:45 When a Property Can No Longer Cover Its Debt 14:26 How Leverage Can Increase Returns and Buying Power 15:26 How Inflation Can Actually Reduce the Real Cost of Debt

September 8, 2026Episode 13328 min

What If the Medicine Already Exists? with Matt Goddeeris

What if a treatment that could change someone's life already exists, but no one has connected the dots yet? In this episode, Amy Sylvis talks with scientist and Every Cure Chief Scientific Officer Matt Goddeeris about an unconventional approach to drug development: finding new uses for medications that already exist. Matt explains how drug repurposing, artificial intelligence, scientific research, and patient involvement can come together to uncover treatments for diseases that may otherwise receive little attention. Matt shares the remarkable story of Bachmann-Bupp syndrome, an ultra-rare disease affecting only a small number of known patients worldwide, and how an existing drug has helped change the lives of children living with it. The conversation also turns personal as Matt explains why he left traditional biotech for nonprofit work, how financial security gave him the freedom to make that decision, and why thinking more about money can sometimes be a signal that something deeper is missing from your work. Connect with Matt Goddeeris: matt@everycure.org Connect with Amy Sylvis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amysylvis/ Contact Us: https://www.sylviscapital.com https://www.sylviscapital.com/webinar info@sylviscapital.com 00:00 Getting to Know Matt Goddeeris 02:55 From Scientific Curiosity to Finding New Uses for Existing Drugs 07:37 Using AI to Connect the Dots Between Drugs and Diseases 10:56 Why Patients Need a Voice in the Research 13:03 How an Existing Drug Changed Lives With an Ultra-Rare Disease 19:19 Leaving Traditional Biotech for More Purposeful Work 22:59 Building Financial Security Before Making a Career Pivot 27:20 Maximize Each Day Doing What You Enjoy

September 1, 2026Episode 13219 min

The Wealth Rules Most of Us Were Never Taught

What if the way you were taught to earn money is completely different from the way wealthy people build it? In this solo episode, Amy Sylvis explores the different financial rules followed by the poor, middle class, and wealthy using a framework from Robert Kiyosaki's Cashflow Quadrant. She breaks down how money moves through each group's income statement and balance sheet, revealing an important distinction between earning a salary and owning assets that generate income. Amy also shares why this difference became personal when cystic fibrosis left her unable to work at age 35. From the risks of relying entirely on a paycheck to the impact inflation can have on salary, she explains why building income-producing assets can provide another layer of financial flexibility. Rather than prescribing one path, Amy encourages listeners to understand the options available and decide which financial structure best supports the freedom and life they want to create. Connect with Amy Sylvis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amysylvis/ Contact Us: https://www.sylviscapital.com https://www.sylviscapital.com/webinar info@sylviscapital.com 00:00 The Wealth Rules Most of Us Aren't Taught 06:30 How Money Flows for the Poor 07:19 How the Middle Class Uses Income and Liabilities 10:00 How the Rich Use Assets to Produce Income 11:02 Why Asset Income Changes the Equation 13:53 The Risks of Relying on a Salary Alone

August 25, 2026Episode 13142 min

They Said He May Never Run Again. Now He's Chasing LA 2028 with Micah Williams (2)

What does it take to return to elite competition after being told you may never run again? In this episode Amy welcomes Olympian and NCAA champion Micah Williams back to the podcast to continue a story that looked very different the first time he appeared on Secrets to Abundant Living. After reaching the highest levels of track and field, Micah endured three knee surgeries and two eye surgeries, including procedures that failed, and eventually heard from a specialist that he might never run, jump, or compete again. At one point, he believed his career was over. This time, Micah returns with a very different update. After months of painful rehab, working a physically demanding full-time job, waking up at 5:00 AM to train, and fitting additional workouts around his workday, he competed for the first time in three years and ran the 100 meters in 10.12 seconds. Micah shares why that performance showed him he could compete at an elite level again, how patience became one of the biggest lessons of his recovery, and why his setbacks gave him a new purpose beyond simply winning races. Now Micah is working toward another World Championship team and ultimately the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles, but getting there comes with a different challenge. Without a sponsor, he is currently funding his own coaching, rehab, recovery, travel, and training while continuing to work full-time. He explains how professional track athletes rely heavily on sponsorships, what additional support would allow him to do differently, and why community has become such an important part of a journey he once tried to handle entirely on his own. Connect with Micah Williams: https://www.instagram.com/micahwilliams/ https://micahwilliams.com/ Connect with Amy Sylvis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amysylvis/ Contact Us: https://www.sylviscapital.com https://www.sylviscapital.com/webinar info@sylviscapital.com 00:00 Catching Up With Micah and His Road Back to the Track 04:52 Three Knee Surgeries and the Fear He'd Never Run Again 08:36 The Grueling Work Behind His Comeback 16:14 Why Running 10.12 Changed What He Thought Was Possible 28:48 How Support Helped Rebuild More Than His Athletic Career 31:54 What It Will Take to Make LA 2028 a Reality

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