Most people think wealth is all about stacking cash, growing a fat bank account, and hitting that magical "financial freedom" number. But what if I told you that wealth is so much more than just dollars and cents? What if real wealth isn’t about how much money you have, but how much value you create, how much purpose you live with, and how much freedom you truly experience?In this episode of The Happy Hustle Podcast, I'm sharing the presentation from our recent Montana Mastermind Epic Skiing Adventure presented by my bro, Garrett Gunderson—New York Times bestselling author, financial expert, and straight-up legend. He break down what true financial freedom looks like. We dive deep into cash flow strategies, tax-saving hacks, and how to redefine wealth so you can live a life of purpose and abundance.If you're tired of chasing money and ready to build real wealth, keep reading. This one’s a game-changer.For decades, we've been sold the idea that wealth = net worth. Build up your 401(k), invest in stocks, buy a house, work 40+ years, and maybe retire comfortably.Garrett lays it down straight: The key to financial independence isn’t in hoarding money, it’s in understanding how to make it work for you. And that starts with changing how you think about wealth.He also explains that true wealth has five key components:1️⃣ Money (But Not in the Way You Think)Money is important—let’s not pretend it’s not. But instead of focusing on "more money," the real flex is creating cash flow so you have money working for you, not the other way around.💡 Takeaway: Stop just saving money. Learn how to invest in assets that generate recurring income—businesses, real estate, digital products, etc.2️⃣ PurposeEver met someone who’s loaded but miserable? That’s what happens when you chase money without purpose. True wealth comes from doing meaningful work that fuels your soul.💡 Takeaway: Align your business and investments with your passions. Money follows purpose.3️⃣ MindsetGarrett says it best: "If you have all the money in the world but a scarcity mindset, you’ll still feel poor." Your beliefs about money will shape your financial reality.💡 Takeaway: Shift from scarcity ("I don’t have enough") to abundance ("There’s always more opportunity").4️⃣ HealthAll the money in the world means nothing if you’re too sick to enjoy it. Energy and vitality are key to sustaining wealth and impact.💡 Takeaway: Prioritize your physical and mental well-being just as much as your financial goals.5️⃣ Social Wealth (Your Network is Your Net Worth)Relationships are the ultimate wealth. The right connections open doors that money can’t buy. Surround yourself with high-value people who push you to level up.One of Garrett’s biggest lessons? Cash flow beats net worth. Every. Single. Time.A high net worth means nothing if you’re not generating consistent, passive income. Instead of measuring wealth by how much money is sitting in your bank account, focus on how much money is flowing into your life every month. If you’re ready to level up your financial game, you need to listen to this episode as Garrett drops straight fire on how to redefine wealth and achieve real financial freedom.Connect with Garretthttps://www.instagram.com/garrettbgundersonhttps://www.facebook.com/garrett.gundersonFind Garrett on his website: https://garrettgunderson.com/Connect with Cary!https://www.instagram.com/caryjack/https://www.facebook.com/SirCaryJackhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/cary-jack-kendzior/https://twitter.com/thehappyhustlehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFDNsD59tLxv2JfEuSsNMOQ/featured Get a free copy of his new book, The Happy Hustle, 10 Alignments to Avoid Burnout & Achieve Blissful Balance https://www.thehappyhustle.com/bookSign up for The Journey: 10 Days To Become a Happy Hustler Online Coursehttps://thehappyhustle.com/thejourney/Apply to the Montana Mastermind Epic Camping Adventurehttps://thehappyhustle.com/mastermind/“It’s time to Happy Hustle, a blissfully balanced life you love, full of passion, purpose, and positive impact!”Episode Sponsor: Magnesium Breakthrough from BiOptimizers (https://bioptimizers.com/happy)If you've been on a restricted diet lately or maybe even taken some meds to shed those pounds for the summer, I gotta warn ya—be careful! You might have unknowingly created a nutrient deficiency that could not only mess with your health but also jeopardize those weight loss goals.Did you know that over 75% of Americans are already deficient in magnesium? Yeah, it's wild! Magnesium is this powerhouse mineral that's involved in over 600 biological reactions in your body. It helps with everything from sleep to stress management to hormone balance—all key players in keeping your weight on track.And if you’re still on those meds, you might be dealing with some side effects like sleepless nights, digestive issues, or irritability, which can totally throw off your commitment...