The Financial Health Insights - Reduce Money Stress, Live Well Today & Tomorrow

Kevin Neoh, CFP, CeFC
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Good financial health is as important as physical health. This personal finance podcast is created to support you understand how to nurture and keep good financial health. With better financial health, we can reduce stress and improve our financial wellbeing, so that we can live better each day. What's unique about this podcast is we discuss, share stories about how one can build, and keep good financial health. Hosted by multi-award winning Certified Financial Coach & Financial Planner, Kevin Neoh, who believe we should plan our money around our life, not the other around.

  1. 11/21/2025

    Smart Money Moves for a Stress-free Retirement

    In this episode, Kevin Neoh discusses the concept of a stress-free retirement, emphasizing that it is not solely about having enough or more money; but also about personal fulfillment and health. He explores various definitions of retirement, the importance of financial clarity, and the challenges faced by retirees, including loss of identity and health concerns. Through this talk, Kevin advocates for a balanced approach to financial planning that allows individuals to enjoy life today while preparing for the future. The talk ended with practical tips for managing finances and stressed the importance of saving and understanding personal values in retirement planning.The talk from this episode is extracted from the actual financial education talk by Kevin at the InvestSmart Fest 2025 '@SC on 25th OCT 2025. Resources: - Kevin Neoh's profile - myFINFIN for iOS - myFINFIN for Android Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Stress-Free Retirement 02:59 Defining Stress-Free Retirement 05:52 Understanding Financial Success 08:36 Challenges of Retirement Planning 11:49 Unspoken Challenges of Retirement 14:35 The Importance of Healthspan 16:44 Reinventing Retirement Planning 19:41 Balancing Today and Tomorrow 22:58 Financial Health Basics 25:46 Practical Money Management Tips 28:44 The Importance of Saving 31:33 Wrap-up

    41 min

  2. 11/15/2025

    I'm Back, with Some Lessons from past 3 months

    In this episode of The Return to Financial Health Insights, host Kevin Neoh discusses the inevitability of life's changes and the importance of maintaining momentum in his podcasting journey. He reflects on the positive feedback received from listeners, emphasizing the meaningful impact of his work. Kevin also shares insights on upcoming content, including a talk on stress-free retirement, encouraging listeners to stay engaged and share the podcast with others. Chapters 00:00 Welcome Back and Podcast Overview 02:10 Reflections on the Break and Life Changes 05:32 Adapting to Change and New Routines 09:44 Navigating Life's Changes and Maintaining Identity 11:30 Clarity and TImeline Helps Preparation and Action 14:30 The Importance of Feedback and Future Plans 17:18 Outro

    17 min

  3. 07/31/2025

    An Unusual Episode for me, for you, from Fate.

    This is an unusual episode. You have to listen in to understand what is so unusual about this. I have no answer to how this unusual-ness happens too, but I guess I have to take it as it is and focus on what is within my control. That's why, this episode that is released is like this =) By the way, if you have any questions, or feel like chatting with someone; always feel free to reach out to me ok?

    4 min

  4. 07/24/2025

    Are You Using Money to Live Well, or Just to Prove You’re Doing Okay?

    In this episode of the Financial Health Insights Podcast, host Kevin Neoh discusses the importance of using money as a tool to enhance our quality of life rather than as a measure of success. We will also spend time discussing how emotional connections we have with money, the impact of social comparison, and the need to shift our mindset towards financial well-being. Through real-life stories and practical advice, Kevin shares some ideas and framework to support listeners to redefine their relationship with money, improve their satisfaction across different areas in life, so that we can focus on living in the present while building a healthy financial future. Chapters 00:00 Redefining Financial Success 03:08 The Emotional Connection to Money 10:10 Our Conditioning On Money 13:54 Case Study 18:27 Finding Your True Happiness Beyond Bank Account 19:51 Assessing Your Relationship with Money 22:16 Assessing Your Life Satisfaction Level 24:44 The Present In Life 26:42 5 Pillars of True Financial Well-Being 28:33 Wrap up

    32 min

  5. 07/17/2025

    Money Scripts: The Hidden Influences on Our Relationship with Money

    Ever wonder why you behave a certain way with money, even when it doesn’t always make sense? In this episode of The Financial Health Insights, Kevin explores the powerful concept of money scripts—the subconscious beliefs we form about money, often in childhood, that quietly shape how we earn, spend, save, and stress about finances. We will learn about: What money scripts are and how they’re fromThe 4 most common types of money scriptsHow money script influences our income, spending, savings, and debtIdeas to support ourselves according to our dominant money script Resources: Find out Your Money Scripts - Klontz Money Scripts Test Chapters 00:00 Introduction 05:13 What is money script? 13:22 The 4 Money Script Category 28:53 Impact of Money Script on Our Financial Health 31:52 Find out your Money Script 34:40 How to bring more awareness to our money script? 38:30 Wrap up

    41 min

  6. 07/10/2025

    Save & Invest: How Much Is More Important Than How Fast.

    💬 Episode Summary: Most people think building wealth is about getting high returns fast. But what if the real difference making factor is how much you save — not how fast your money grows? In this episode, host and Certified Financial Coach Kevin Neoh unpacks why your savings rate matters more than your investment return rate, especially when you're just getting started or managing limited resources. This episdoe also look into 5 ways to build a savings habit that can sticks, and why protecting our savings is just as important as growing them. Whether you’re new to saving or trying to reset your financial habits, this episode will give you the clarity and tools to take control of your financial future one step at a time. 🎯 Challenge of the Week: ✅ Set a savings target✅ Automate your transfer✅ Label it with meaning✅ Track how it makes you feel over 30 daysTag @kevinkmneoh on Instagram to share your progress! 💬 Connect with Kevin: Loved this episode? Share it with a friend who’s always chasing the “best return”, they might discover a differet path to financial freedom without costing them their peace of mind. Questions or feedback? Reach out anytime HERE Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Financial Health 02:03 The Importance of Savings Rate 05:47 Control Over Financial Decisions 09:00 Automating Savings for Success 10:33 Separate Your Money / Account 11:30 Name your savings 13:32 Prepare a Simple Spending Plan 15:50 Start small is the new start big 18:41 Protecting Your Savings 21:03 Health and Financial Wellbeing 24:16 Building a Strong Financial Foundation 26:58 Your Home Work 27:58 Wrap up

    29 min

  7. 07/03/2025

    Now That I Know My Net Worth… What Should I Do Next?

    In Part 3 of our net worth series, Kevin invites you to rethink what your net worth is really for. With the help of a toy fruit basket analogy, this episode unpacks how to use your net worth not as a score to chase, but as a tool to support a meaningful life. Because having RM200K or RM500K, or RM 1mil is never the full story. What matters is: 💬 “Does this support the life I truly want to live?” Resources Part 1 - Master the Basics, Grow Your Net Worth: Spotify | Apple Podcast Part 2- Is My Net Worth Normal?: Spotify | Apple Podcast Chapters 00:00 Understanding Your Financial Basket 03:34 The Purpose Behind Your Net Worth 04:43 What are your non-negotiables? 07:34 Financial Life Planning: Defining Your Values 10:06 Tracy 12:24 Making major decision 13:04 Adrian 14:36 Money first, or Life first? 17:13 Taking Action: Steps to Align Your Finances 20:02 Wrap up

    25 min

  8. 06/26/2025

    Is My Net Worth Normal?

    In Part 2 of our net worth series, we go beyond the basics to answer one of the most common but emotionally loaded questions about Net Worth: “Is my net worth normal?” Kevin unpacks why this question often leads us down the wrong path, and what we should ask instead. You’ll learn how to measure progress "the right way", calculate your own net worth growth, and discover how simple, steady habits can move you forward (even without flashy income or big wins). 🧭 Your Action Steps This Month: Calculate your net worth Set a simple growth target (e.g. 10% or RM10k) Make your money habits work toward a life you actually want 🎧 Tune in now to learn:How to stop comparing, start tracking, and grow your money to serve the life you love. Resources: Episode Mastering The Basics, Grow Your Net Worth ⁠Spotify ⁠| ⁠Apple Podcast⁠⁠Net Worth Template Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Financial Health 01:38 The Dangers of Comparison in Financial Health 06:01 How to Tell If Your Net Worth is Growing 11:08 Practical Examples of Net Worth Growth 19:00 Why Grow Your Net Worth? 22:47 How to Enjoy Your Relationship with Money 25:26 Next: Follow This Simple Steps

    31 min
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Good financial health is as important as physical health. This personal finance podcast is created to support you understand how to nurture and keep good financial health. With better financial health, we can reduce stress and improve our financial wellbeing, so that we can live better each day. What's unique about this podcast is we discuss, share stories about how one can build, and keep good financial health. Hosted by multi-award winning Certified Financial Coach & Financial Planner, Kevin Neoh, who believe we should plan our money around our life, not the other around.

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