Wall Street wants you to believe that performance is everything. That the only way to “win” with your money is to beat the market, pick the next hot stock, or time things just right. But here's the truth: chasing returns is gambling. And it’s keeping you distracted from what actually builds wealth: goals-based investing.

In this episode, Priya Malani debunks the myth that return is the most important metric in investing and explains why it’s time to stop treating your portfolio like a casino. Whether you’re a spreadsheet-obsessed performance chaser or someone who feels totally confused about how to invest, this episode will show you the smarter (and less stressful) way to grow your wealth.

Tune Into This Episode to Hear:

• Why even the pros can’t consistently beat the marketand why you shouldn’t try
• The emotional and financial cost of chasing performance
• What goals-based investing is and why it actually works
• A real client story that proves you don’t need to take big risks to build big wealth
  

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THE STUFF OUR LAWYERS WANT US TO SAY: Stash Wealth is a Registered Investment Advisor. Content presented is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended to make an offer or solicitation for any specific securities product, service, or strategy. Consult with a qualified investment adviser (that’s us) before implementing any strategy. Investing involves risk, including the loss of principal. Past performance does not guarantee future results. There…we said it.

We spend so much time trying to avoid fear. But what if fear was actually the fastest route to clarity and confidence with your money?

In this episode, Priya sits down with best-selling author and So Money host Farnoosh Torabi to challenge the idea that fear holds us back. Instead, they explore how fear can be a powerful guide in your financial life—especially when you're facing a big decision, having hard conversations with your partner, or questioning whether you're doing "enough."

Farnoosh shares stories from her own career and personal life, offers a reframe on fear that actually feels empowering, and gives tactical advice for using fear to make better, more aligned money decisions. If you’ve ever felt stuck or scared to take the next step, this one’s for you.

Tune into this episode to hear:

• How fear can be a financial superpower when you stop running from it
• What to do when you're scared to make a big money move
• The hidden link between fear of rejection and your relationship with money
• Farnoosh’s favorite strategy for making peace with uncertainty
  

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THE STUFF OUR LAWYERS WANT US TO SAY:Stash Wealth is a Registered Investment Advisor. Content presented is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended to make an offer or solicitation for any specific securities product, service, or strategy. Consult with a qualified investment adviser (that's us) before implementing any strategy. Investing involves risk, including the loss of principal. Past performance does not guarantee future results. There… we said it.

We don’t talk enough about how your partner’s income impacts your future. Not because you’re shallow, but because you’re ambitious.

In this episode, Priya Malani unpacks the emotional and financial weight that income differences can bring into a relationship, especially for high-achieving 30-somethings. From carrying the financial momentum to feeling unsupported or unable to take risks, she makes the case that talking about money with your partner isn’t transactional. It’s essential.

Whether you’re dating, engaged, or deep into a long-term partnership, this conversation will help you reframe the way you think about compatibility, ambition, and financial alignment.

Tune into this episode to hear:

• Why “I make enough for both of us” isn’t a long-term strategy
• The subtle resentment that builds when one person carries the financial load
• Key questions to ask yourself (and your partner) to avoid future friction
• Why financial intentionality, not income equality, is the goal
  

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THE STUFF OUR LAWYERS WANT US TO SAY: Stash Wealth is a Registered Investment Advisor. Content presented is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended to make an offer or solicitation for any specific securities product, service, or strategy. Consult with a qualified investment adviser (that's us) before implementing any strategy. Investing involves risk, including the loss of principal. Past performance does not guarantee future results. There… we said it.