FOR MORE THAN 20 years, I worked as a personal trainer. Now I’m a financial advisor. On the surface, the two professions look nothing alike. Human behavior makes them far more similar than most people realize.
Years ago, one of my fitness clients joined Weight Watchers. At her intake meeting, she asked whether she should cut back on carrots because she’d heard they’re high in sugar. The specialist didn’t miss a beat. She smiled and said “No one ever comes to us because they eat too many carrots.”

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I’ve been an avid HumbleDollar reader for years and have learned so much from this community. It’s a true honor to have the opportunity to be a contributor. Thank you all for your thoughtful comments.
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Thinking of you and your family, Jonathan. Sending you strength from Colorado.
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