We’ve misunderstood the American Dream the whole time.

For many people, the American Dream has become synonymous with owning a home, earning more than your parents, and giving your children a better life. But that was never the real definition.

In this episode of Ditch the Suits, we take a step back to explore where the idea of the American Dream came from, how its meaning has changed over time, and why so many people now believe it’s out of reach.

We look at the stories we tell ourselves about success and happiness, and why those stories have a powerful influence on the financial decisions we make.

We also explore what the American Dream looks like today and why it’s not too late to achieve it.

Covered in this episode:

• 0:00 – Intro.
• 1:34 – Where the concept of the American Dream came from.
• 2:12 – What the American Dream was originally meant to be.
• 5:42 – Why the opportunity to achieve it still exists.
• 9:01 – Where lasting happiness really comes from.
• 9:58 – The cultural shift that’s changed our expectations.
• 11:33 – Why your starting point doesn’t have to determine your outcome.
• 14:10 – What really influences success.
• 18:03 – The key difference between people who achieve success and those who don’t.
• 20:16 – What the American Dream means today.

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