Faith & Finance - The Surprising Power of Wanting Less with Bob Lotich

Faith & Finance - The Surprising Power of Wanting Less with Bob Lotich

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May 5, 2026 · 25 min

About this episode

Bob Lotich discusses the power of wanting less and how it can reshape our financial lives.

Greek philosopher Epictetus once said, “Wealth consists not in having great possessions, but in having few wants.” That insight may be more relevant today than ever. We live in a world constantly urging us to want more, upgrade more, and pursue more. But what if that endless pursuit is costing us something far more valuable than money? What if wanting less is one of the most powerful financial decisions we can make? On today’s episode of Faith & Finance , financial coach and author Bob Lotich joined the show to discuss why contentment creates freedom—and how learning to want less can reshape our financial lives. A Better Financial Question Most people make spending decisions by asking one question: Can I afford this? That’s not a bad question—but it may not be the best one. Bob suggested a deeper question: Can I afford to want this? That shift matters because some things we own eventually begin to own us. A purchase may fit the budget, but still bring new pressures, obligations, and distractions. The issue isn’t always the price tag—it’s the grip that desire can have on our hearts. Bob shared the story of Roman general Manius Curius Dentatus. When enemies attempted to bribe him…

People in this episode

Host: Your Network of Praise

Guest: Bob Lotich

Topics covered

  • contentment
  • financial decisions
  • wanting less
  • freedom
  • wealth
  • simplicity

Keywords

  • faith
  • finance
  • contentment
  • wealth
  • financial coach
  • spending decisions
  • desire

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