FQ Mom Podcast

Rose Fres Fausto
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Let’s talk about MONEY & FAMILY! Rose Fres Fausto is FQ MOM. FQ stands for FINANCIAL QUOTIENT, the ability to make sound decisions and actions with regard to personal finances. It is the IQ & EQ of handling money. With the use of Behavioral Economics principles (explained in simple terms), let’s make saving, investing, and doing the right thing in general more effortless and fun! Subscribe to this podcast to know what’s going to come out in FQ Mom’s article on PhilStar and FQMom.com ahead of time. Follow Rose at FQ Mom on FB, YT, Kumu; and theFQMom on IG and Twitter.

  1. #153 300 Billion Clicks: The High Price of Female Shame (Women’s Month Reflection on the Architecture of Power)

    MAR 24

    #153 300 Billion Clicks: The High Price of Female Shame (Women’s Month Reflection on the Architecture of Power)

    Sexual harassment isn't about sex—it’s about power. This Women’s Month, we are exploring a shield that many people overlook: Financial Independence. Why do so many stay in toxic work environments or abusive relationships? Often, it’s because they don’t have the financial capacity to walk away. Listen to my latest podcast on why building a "High FQ" is about more than just numbers—it’s about dignity, moral ascendancy, and having the power to say "no" to the machinery of shame.

    15 min

  2. MAR 18

    #152 Why you’re always TIRED and UNMOTIVATED with Burnout & Sleep Specialist Dinah Salonga

    This is a very important discussion on what a lot of high achievers are dealing with today—burnout and lack of good sleep. We are lucky to learn from Burnout and Sleep Specialist, Dinah Salonga, who was once in that situation. To guide you in your viewing, here are the “chapters” of the conversation and their timestamps:BURNOUT:15:36 Childhood Money Memory19:00 How do I know if I'm burned out or just tired/exhausted?23:56 Can burnout happen if I love my job?25:41 You will only know that you are burned out when you are already there. What are the top 3 warnings signs that you are reaching that stage and what are the symptoms to catch before the onset of burnout and how to prevent it. 30:40 Please give some burnout first aid/ first respondent tips?40:11 How long does it take to recover from burnout? 43:01 What burnout recovery routines are tailored specifically for 60-years-old post menopausal woman?45:02 SLEEP45:25 What is your Chronotypes46:48 How many hours of sleep do we really need?49:33 Why do I wake up tired after 7-8 hours sleep?50:52 What is the quality of sleep of a drunk person51:23 Is it okay to 'catch up' on sleep during weekends?52:53 How about naps? Are they important? How long, what time of day?54:36 Checking FQ Mom’s Navel Energy1:00:24 Why can't I shut my brain off at night?1:04:00 Melatonin: Is it safe? Does it work? What is it?1:07:11 Is there a way to reverse insomnia? If yes, what can we do? My husband has been an insomniac since college. And I think sleeping better at night would help him with his healing and full recovery from a stroke.1:08:40 What is the optimal amount of sleep time for age 60+? What time should bedtime be? Is it quantity vs quality? 1:11:00 Pillow Talk1:15:25 How about coffee?1:16:12 What do you make of your dream?1:22:28 Rose Fres FausTalk1:22:29 Which is more dangerous too tired or too wired?1:22:44 4 hours of uninterrupted sleep or 8 hours of tossing and turning?1:22:56 If you only have 20 minutes, nap or meditation?1:23:03 Weighted blanket or cold room for a good night sleep?1:23:09 The hardest word to say is____?1:23:16 What's the worst red flag, losing temper of losing interest?1:23:26 Where do you put your phone at night?1:23:39 Is being busy a status symbol or symptoms of a problem?1:23:45 In one word, what does being well rested feel like?

    1h 26m
  3. #151 Are you Pagod to the Bones and Puyat to the Max? (When the pursuit of success starts to cost us our health)

    MAR 11

    #151 Are you Pagod to the Bones and Puyat to the Max? (When the pursuit of success starts to cost us our health)

    We often treat our bodies like high-performance machines with infinite fuel, but the "grind" has a hidden price tag. What’s the point of a growing bank account if you’re too exhausted to enjoy it? In this episode of the FQ Mom Podcast, we dive deep into the two silent thieves of modern success: Burnout and Sleep Deprivation. Whether you’re feeling "Pagod to the Bones" (that soul-level exhaustion) or living "Puyat to the Max" (surviving on caffeine and willpower), these aren't badges of honor—they are distress signals. Listen.

    7 min
  4. #150 The Next Chapter: Why Your Investment Benchmarks Must Go Global

    MAR 3

    #150 The Next Chapter: Why Your Investment Benchmarks Must Go Global

    My latest podcast reflects on the shift from local benchmarks to a borderless financial world. Featuring insights from the annual IFE Investment Briefing, the piece explores whether the AI craze is a bubble, why the "Application Layer" is the next big value play, and how emerging markets are positioned to shine. It’s time to move beyond the familiar and start your "Next Chapter" in global investing. Listen.

    13 min
  5. #149 EDSA at 40: The Pyramid We Never Dismantled

    FEB 24

    #149 EDSA at 40: The Pyramid We Never Dismantled

    Happy Ruby Jubilee to our EDSA People Power Revolution! Yup! It’s been 40 years! Sana nga, LIFE BEGINS AT 40 na tayo. During my recent visit to the ancestral home of our national hero, Jose Rizal, the Social Pyramid posted on the wall near the entrance got me into thinking if our society has improved from those days in the late 1800s. Sharing with you this podcast about my reflection on it. Listen.

    21 min
  6. #148 Forty Years After People Power: Why is Prosperity Still Elusive?

    FEB 18

    #148 Forty Years After People Power: Why is Prosperity Still Elusive?

    Forty years ago, the Filipino people did the extraordinary: we toppled a dictatorship with nothing but courage and conscience. It was a global masterclass in peaceful revolution. Yet today, we find ourselves asking a heavy question: If we were capable of such greatness then, why is shared prosperity still so elusive now? In this podcast, I mentioned the four influential leaders—Amando Tetangco Jr., Erin Tañada, Rapa Lopa, and Cesar Purisima—dissect our journey from 1986 to today. Through their insights and my own "Family Parallelisms," we explore why freedom was only the beginning, and why the "boring" work of building institutions and breaking patronage is the key to our next forty years. If the first forty years gave us our voice, the next forty must give us our maturity. Listen now.

    23 min

  7. FEB 10

    #147 How Poetry Heals: A Conversation with Bestselling Author Michelle Ayon Navajas

    Can a few lines of verse actually change how you navigate your hardest days?In this episode, we sit down with Amazon bestselling author Michelle Ayon Navajas to peel back the layers of poetry and life. We often think of poetry as something found in dusty textbooks, but Michelle reminds us that poetry is the language of the human heart—it’s how we process grief, celebrate love, and find a rhythm in the chaos of modern living. Whether you’re a lifelong reader of verse or someone who hasn't picked up a poem since high school, this conversation will change the way you look at the world around you.In This Episode, We Discuss:The Healing Power of Words: Why poetry is a vital tool for emotional resilience.From Life to Page: How Michelle transforms personal experiences into bestselling collections. Finding Your Voice: Advice for anyone struggling to express their "unspoken" truths. The Modern Muse: How poetry stays relevant in a fast-paced, digital world. About Our GuestMichelle Ayon Navajas is an Amazon bestselling author known for her evocative and soul-stirring poetry. Her work resonates with a global audience, bridging the gap between literary art and the raw, relatable experiences of daily life.

    1h 9m
  8. #146 What Poetry Can Teach Us About Love, Money, and the Things That Last

    FEB 3

    #146 What Poetry Can Teach Us About Love, Money, and the Things That Last

    And just like that, Buwan ng Feb-ibig na! Here’s my podcast for today inspired by the love month, my interview with a best-selling poet, and of course discussed from the POV of High FQ! Listen with your loved one. And that loved one need not be another person but yourself.

    11 min
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Let’s talk about MONEY & FAMILY! Rose Fres Fausto is FQ MOM. FQ stands for FINANCIAL QUOTIENT, the ability to make sound decisions and actions with regard to personal finances. It is the IQ & EQ of handling money. With the use of Behavioral Economics principles (explained in simple terms), let’s make saving, investing, and doing the right thing in general more effortless and fun! Subscribe to this podcast to know what’s going to come out in FQ Mom’s article on PhilStar and FQMom.com ahead of time. Follow Rose at FQ Mom on FB, YT, Kumu; and theFQMom on IG and Twitter.

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  • Creator
    Rose Fres Fausto
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    152
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Rose Fres Fausto
  • Show Website
    FQ Mom Podcast

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