Today, we're diving into the wild world of investing and why trying to time the market is like chasing a falling knife—you might get lucky, but more often, you're just gonna end up with a cut. The Importance of Investing Regularly: Dollar-Cost Averaging? Seriously, we unpack a listener's question about whether it’s better to wait for the perfect moment to invest. Spoiler alert: that perfect moment is a myth, my friend. Instead, we’re all about dollar cost averaging—investing a consistent amount each month, no matter what. So, grab your coffee, kick back, and let’s chat about how this simple strategy can help you ride the market waves without losing your cool or your cash!<a href="https://www.financiallyconfidentchristian.com/blog/embracing-power-dollar/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Read today's blog article</a><a href="https://youtu.be/9Qd_xFCb9V8" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Check the full podcast episode here</a>Ever tried to catch a falling knife? Yeah, it sounds risky, right? That’s how we kick off our chat today, diving into the classic Wall Street proverb about market timing. Spoiler alert: it’s super tricky! We got a listener question that really hit home: this person feels like they’re just never gonna nail that perfect moment to invest. Newsflash, folks! I think many of us live in this fantasy land where we think we can predict the market like some crystal ball-wielding wizard. But guess what? Markets are like roller coasters—up, down, all around! Instead of waiting for that dreamy moment, let’s talk about a much easier strategy: dollar cost averaging. Imagine investing the same amount each month, no matter if the market is flying high or taking a nosedive. It’s like ordering your favorite pizza every Friday—sometimes you get more slices, sometimes fewer, but you’re still enjoying that pizza, right?Takeaways:<ul><li> Timing the market is a fantasy; consistent investing is the real deal we need. </li><li> Dollar cost averaging helps you ride out the market's wild ups and downs, no stress. </li><li> Don't let greed or fear mess with your investments; stay steady and watch it grow. </li><li> Every month, invest the same amount, just like getting that Friday pizza, and chill. </li></ul> Links referenced in this episode:<ul><li><a href="https://financiallyconfidentchristian.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">financiallyconfidentchristian.com</a></li></ul> <a href="https://www.financiallyconfidentchristian.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">LISTEN NOW</a><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1ZyJLydWUPqYaF2mS1l1Yg" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">WATCH NOW ON YOUTUBE</a> (OUR VIDEO VERSION)<a href="https://rumble.com/c/ASKRALPHPODCAST" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">WATCH NOW ON RUMBLE</a> (OUR VIDEO VERSION)<a href="https://financiallyconfidentchristian.com/support" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">SUPPORT THE SHOW</a>Please share our Podcast with all your friends and family!Submit your questions or ideas for future shows - email us at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:ralph@askralph.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">ralph@askralph.com</a> or leave a voicemail message on our podcast page <a href="https://financiallyconfidentchristian.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Leave A Voicemail Message</a>Buy Ralph's Book - <a href="https://askralph.kit.com/products/master-your-finances" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Mastering Your Finances! </a>Buy Ralph's Book - <a href="https://askralph.kit.com/products/gospel-of-entrepreneurship" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Gospel of Entrepreneurship: Following Jesus in Your Business Journey</a>Buy Ralph's Book - <a href="https://askralph.kit.com/products/how-to-become-a-financially-confident-christian?_gl=1*1xhkstw*_gcl_au*MjIzMTA5MjkxLjE3NTAxNzAwMTIuNDIxNjE5ODQxLjE3NTAxNzAwMTMuMTc1MDE3MDAxMw.." rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">How to Become a Financially Confident Christian</a>Want to be a guest on&nbsp;Financially Confident Christian? Send&nbsp;Ralph Estep, Jr.&nbsp;a message on PodMatch, here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1704313698808231d175d3ba6" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1704313698808231d175d3ba6</a>Tired of feeling stuck in your business? Discover my 12-week coaching program built for small business owners just like you: <a href="https://www.gritandgrowthbusiness.com/p/coaching/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.gritandgrowthbusiness.com/coaching</a>&nbsp;

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