Personal finance is actually more personal than it is finance . That's why what works great for someone else may not work as well for you. Money management is complex because we are complex. Therefore, it is in better understanding ourselves--our history with money and what we value most--that we are able to bring clarity to even the most confounding decisions in money and life. Tim Maurer has made a career out of demystifying complex financial concepts into understandable, doable actions. In this practical book, he shows you how to · find contentment by redefining "wealth" · establish your priorities, articulate your goals, and find your calling · design a personal budgeting system you can (almost) enjoy · create a simple, world-class investment portfolio that has beaten the pros · manage risk--with and without insurance · ditch the traditional concept of retirement and plan for financial independence · cheat death and build a legacy · and more.