The Currency of Happiness

Andrew Rocha
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The Currency of Happiness is a podcast for people who want to win with money without losing themselves in the process. If you’re balancing career, leadership, family and ambition, this show gives you practical systems for building financial clarity, stronger habits and intentional leadership at work and at home. We go beyond tactics to talk about how money, discipline, purpose and values actually intersect in real life. Hosted by Andrew Rocha, a banking leader, real estate investor, and father, each episode blends personal finance, leadership development, and life design through honest solo episodes and meaningful conversations. This isn’t about chasing more. It’s about building a life that’s truly worth it.

  1. 2D AGO

    Success Doesn’t Fix What’s Broken Inside - Garret Cook

    In this episode of The Currency of Happiness, we explore the tension between hustle culture, high performance, and mental health. Many people chase success, believing achievement will fix what feels broken inside. But the reality is often the opposite. Success has a way of amplifying what is already there. Andrew sits down with Garret Cook, a high-performing real estate professional and leader at eXp Realty, who has been open about his personal journey navigating mental health while building a successful career. Together they unpack the hidden cost of constant pressure, the seductive pull of hustle culture, and what it takes to pursue excellence without losing yourself along the way. This conversation looks honestly at the gap between what people see publicly and what many high performers experience privately. Garret shares how success can sometimes feel like both your greatest opportunity and your greatest challenge, and how learning to care for your mental health is essential for sustaining long-term performance. You will hear insights on: The difference between productive drive and self-destructive hustleThe early signs of burnout that many professionals ignoreWhy achievement alone rarely creates peace or fulfillmentProtecting mental health while pursuing high performanceThe role of self-awareness, boundaries, and daily practicesBuilding real support systems through mentorship, community, and honest conversationsThis episode is for entrepreneurs, professionals, and leaders who feel the pressure to constantly push harder. It is for anyone who wants to pursue excellence without sacrificing their well-being, relationships, or identity. To go deeper, visit thecurrencyofhappiness.com to get a free copy of the Ultimate Goal Setting Framework and begin building systems that support intentional growth in your finances, leadership, and life. Support the show

    51 min

  2. MAR 16

    How We Paid Off $60,000 of Debt in 7 Months

    Sixty thousand dollars. That is how much debt my wife Emily and I were carrying early in our marriage. In this episode of The Currency of Happiness, Andrew Rocha shares how they paid off sixty thousand dollars of debt in seven months. Not through luck or extreme sacrifice, but through a clear decision and a system that supported it long enough to work. This conversation focuses less on tactics and more on what actually makes debt payoff stick. Clarity. Alignment. Momentum. And removing emotion from the process. Andrew breaks down:  • How debt quietly becomes normal  • Why effort alone is not enough to escape it  • The role psychology plays in paying off debt  • Why automation matters more than motivation  • How building momentum changes how money feels This episode is not meant to make you feel behind. It is meant to remind you that progress is possible. Your number may be different. Your timeline may be longer.  What matters is building a system that creates margin and supports the life you want to build. Learn more and explore resources at:  https://thecurrencyofhappiness.com/ Support the show

    7 min
  3. Why So Many People Are Searching For God Again? - Jachin Mullen

    MAR 9

    Why So Many People Are Searching For God Again? - Jachin Mullen

    In this episode of The Currency of Happiness, we explore why so many people across cultures are searching again for meaning, purpose, and something solid to build their lives on. There is a growing spiritual hunger happening right now. More people are asking deeper questions about faith, identity, healing, and what actually lasts. Andrew sits down with Jachin Mullen, Lead Pastor of Home Church, to talk about what he is seeing on the front lines of that search. As a leader focused on formation rather than attendance, Jachin shares insight into how churches and communities can become places where people genuinely heal, grow, and become whole. Together, they unpack the deeper questions people are bringing today, why many are drawn to Jesus even when they feel uncertain about church, and what healthy spiritual leadership looks like in a culture that is often skeptical of institutions. You will hear insights on: The growing spiritual hunger many people are experiencingWhat people are actually searching for when they explore faithThe role of the Church as a place of healing and formationHow communities can help people become wholeKeeping Jesus at the center instead of programs or preferencesLeading spiritual communities with wisdom and responsibilityThis conversation is for anyone asking deeper questions about faith, purpose, and the kind of community that helps people truly grow. It is also for leaders who want to build environments where people can explore belief honestly and experience real transformation. To go deeper, visit thecurrencyofhappiness.com to get a free copy of the Ultimate Goal Setting Framework and begin building systems that support intentional growth in your faith, leadership, and life. Support the show

    52 min
  4. How I Bought My First Rental Without Feeling Ready

    MAR 2

    How I Bought My First Rental Without Feeling Ready

    Most people wait to feel ready before they do something meaningful. More confident. More prepared. More certain. But that moment almost never arrives. In this episode of The Currency of Happiness, Andrew Rocha shares the story of buying his first rental property without feeling ready. Not confident. Not experienced. And not sure he knew what he was doing. This is not a tactical real estate breakdown. It is a conversation about fear, identity, and how confidence is built through action, not preparation. Andrew reflects on:  • Why learning can quietly turn into procrastination  • What it actually feels like to buy your first rental property  • Why competence comes after you start, not before  • How taking imperfect action reshapes your identity  • Why waiting for certainty keeps most people stuck This episode is for anyone standing at the edge of growth and wondering if they are ready yet. You do not need perfect timing or perfect confidence. You need to be willing to start. Learn more and explore resources at:  https://thecurrencyofhappiness.com/ Support the show

    7 min
  5. Leading When There Are No Perfect Options with Chad Krahn

    FEB 23

    Leading When There Are No Perfect Options with Chad Krahn

    Leadership is easy in theory. It gets complicated in real life. In this episode I sit down with Chad Krahn, Red Deer City Councillor, husband, father, and author of Welcome to Monday. We talk about the real weight of responsibility, the challenge of making decisions when resources are limited, and what stewardship looks like when every option has tradeoffs. Chad shares openly about the parts of leadership most people never see, how family and identity shape his decisions, and why excellence matters even in seasons of frustration and constraint. This conversation is for anyone trying to lead well in imperfect circumstances. Website:  https://thecurrencyofhappiness.com/ Support the show

    37 min
  6. The Five Things Money Can Do

    FEB 16

    The Five Things Money Can Do

    Money is just a tool. So why does it so often feel like a trap instead of support? In this episode of The Currency of Happiness, Andrew Rocha breaks down the five things money can actually do and the one direction most people unconsciously send the majority of their income. Not because they are irresponsible, but because they never stopped to decide what their money was for. Drawing from his own life and years of sitting across from thousands of people, Andrew explores why more money does not automatically create more peace and why clarity matters more than income when it comes to building a meaningful life. You will learn:  • Why buying more stuff rarely leads to contentment  • How experiences shape identity more than possessions  • Why buying back time is one of the most overlooked uses of money  • What generosity does to your relationship with money  • Why saving and investing create emotional stability, not just financial progress Money cannot buy happiness. But it can support it when it is aligned with your values. This episode is an invitation to stop letting money drift and start using it with intention. Learn more and explore resources at:  https://thecurrencyofhappiness.com/ Support the show

    7 min
  7. Leadership Has a Cost: Responsibility, Stewardship & Legacy (Mike Bolton)

    FEB 9

    Leadership Has a Cost: Responsibility, Stewardship & Legacy (Mike Bolton)

    Leadership looks like influence from the outside. But real leadership carries weight, responsibility, and consequences. Dr. Mike Bolton advises companies, sits on boards, coaches leaders, and helps shape organizations around the world. From the outside, that looks like success. But leadership always carries weight. In this conversation, we talk about responsibility, stewardship, the long arc of calling and what it means to build something that actually lasts. We also go back to Mike’s early years in ministry and education, the transition into advisory and board work, and how marriage, family, and legacy reshape what success even means. Topics we cover: - Leadership in the real world, not just theory - The hidden weight of responsibility - Vision vs reality and execution constraints - Stewardship with people, capital, and influence - Calling, identity, and transition seasons - Legacy, marriage, and long game success - A book, people, and a quote that shaped Mike - What happiness actually looks like Website: https://thecurrencyofhappiness.com/ If this episode resonated, share it with someone who is carrying real responsibility right now. Support the show

    55 min
  8. Debt Looks Like Freedom… Until It Starts Controlling Your Life

    FEB 2

    Debt Looks Like Freedom… Until It Starts Controlling Your Life

    Debt rarely feels dangerous at first. It feels like relief. Progress. Momentum. But over time, it quietly begins to shrink your life. In this episode of The Currency of Happiness, Andrew Rocha shares the season when he and his wife Emily were doing everything right financially and still ended each month with almost nothing left. Not because of recklessness, but because their financial system was designed for survival, not freedom. This conversation is not about hustle or shame. It is about how debt affects your stress, relationships, confidence, and ability to dream. And why lasting change comes from structure and clarity, not just discipline. You will hear:  • How debt slowly shifts your decisions and priorities  • Why effort alone cannot fix broken financial systems  • What happens psychologically when you regain financial clarity  • How simple money systems can restore calm and momentum This episode is not about getting rich. It is about building a life with intention instead of just financing one. Learn more at:  https://thecurrencyofhappiness.com/ Support the show

    7 min
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The Currency of Happiness is a podcast for people who want to win with money without losing themselves in the process. If you’re balancing career, leadership, family and ambition, this show gives you practical systems for building financial clarity, stronger habits and intentional leadership at work and at home. We go beyond tactics to talk about how money, discipline, purpose and values actually intersect in real life. Hosted by Andrew Rocha, a banking leader, real estate investor, and father, each episode blends personal finance, leadership development, and life design through honest solo episodes and meaningful conversations. This isn’t about chasing more. It’s about building a life that’s truly worth it.

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  • Creator
    Andrew Rocha
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    15
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The Currency of Happiness
  • Show Website
    The Currency of Happiness

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