Learning From Trashy TV?
I’ve recently added some reality shows to my daily screen time. For the past few years, I’ve mostly been watching, reading, and listening to helpful, self-improving content, so it was a bit surprising to suddenly find myself hooked on something different.
Lately, it’s been **Financial Audit** with Caleb Hammer. He invites guests on to review their finances, only to lose his mind and yell at them over their spending choices. And I giggle.
At first, I couldn’t figure out why I was so drawn to watching people squirm while someone calls out their mistakes. Maybe I just needed a break from all the serious “personal growth” content I’ve been consuming. That explanation felt reasonable—and it’s part of it—but there’s something more.
The shows I’m watching (Financial Audit, Ramsey, Til Debt Do Us Part) are all finance-related. And I realized: this is how I (am willing to) learn. I want to know more about money, saving, and investing—but, I usually find it boring. So, I’m starting with the dramatic, entertaining version first.
By watching Caleb yell at people, I’m actually learning what *not* to do. And I’m picking up on some financial terms and strategies I hadn’t known before.
We all learn in different ways. I’ve discovered that stories and real-life examples work best for me. Hearing about other people’s experiences helps me figure out which ideas and strategies I can borrow—and which ones to leave behind.
**ACTION:** Notice your learning style. Try to embrace it, even if it comes from unexpected sources. Find what works for you and go with it.
