Richard CanfieldPodcast Host and IBC Advisor, Ascendant Financial · Authorized Infinite Banking Practitioner | Author of 4 Books

Being homeless was actually my power move #motivation #truth

28 Feb 2026 · 1 min

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In this short motivational monologue, the speaker explains that their experience of homelessness was a conscious, empowering decision rather than a failure. They recount repeatedly applying for government assistance and being denied, highlighting systemic neglect. The speaker contrasts their self-chosen homelessness with others who are unhoused through no choice of their own, questioning where external support lies. They argue that true support resides within oneself, acknowledging that this perspective may sound "woo‑woo". The talk concludes with a philosophical note on duality, suggesting that disconnecting from external circumstances removes dualistic thinking and fosters inner strength.

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Because it was my own decision. I always knew that I was going to be fine. So the homelessness wasn't a result of failing. It was a decision. So that, you know, in every circumstances, I was, I saw myself knowing I'm going to be fine. But then I saw other people being homeless. Like, I had to go to the, to the government and to apply for all kinds of things. And they all denied and they, they didn't want to do anything for me. And I saw these other people and this is what I was thinking. This is my choice. But the people that are standing here, this is not their choice, not at all. So where is the support? Well, the support is here. The support is inside of you. And maybe it sounds a bit woo woo, but the duality, the beauty of disconnecting of everything, that it removes the duality.