At the Academy of Life Planning, we celebrate thought leaders whose ideas align with our mission of helping individuals and practitioners create balanced, purpose-driven lives. Arthur C. Brooks is one such inspiring figure, whose transformative work resonates deeply with our ethos and the principles of the GAME Plan framework. With a unique blend of academic … Continue reading Arthur C. Brooks: A Beacon for Finding Purpose and Fulfilment
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Empowering Financial Professionals: Navigating Personal Growth and Purpose Through the Ego-Soul Journey
In the financial services industry, navigating the journey from ego-driven goals to soul-centred purpose can be both challenging and rewarding. Our latest article explores how professionals can embrace personal growth through the stages of individuating, self-actualising, integrating, and ultimately serving. Discover how aligning your career with your values can lead to a life enriched with … Continue reading Empowering Financial Professionals: Navigating Personal Growth and Purpose Through the Ego-Soul Journey
CFA UK Joins the Chartered Body Alliance: A Step Towards Holistic Financial Planning
The financial services sector has just seen a significant development: the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Society of the UK has joined the Chartered Body Alliance. This partnership, which already includes the Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment (CISI), the Chartered Insurance Institute (CII), and the Chartered Banker Institute, now represents nearly 225,000 professionals. The addition … Continue reading CFA UK Joins the Chartered Body Alliance: A Step Towards Holistic Financial Planning
Whose Voice Matters Most? Consumers, Regulation, and the Fight for Fairness
When it comes to financial regulation, consumers should always come first. Protecting them is—or at least should be—the primary objective of any regulatory body. But is that truly what’s happening in the UK today? Increasingly, it feels like the voices of ordinary people are being drowned out by the deafening lobbying power of financial institutions. … Continue reading Whose Voice Matters Most? Consumers, Regulation, and the Fight for Fairness
Revealing Your True Self: Pulling Back the Veils of Illusion
As a Game Plan practitioner, one of the most profound aspects of our work is guiding individuals to uncover their true selves. This transformative process involves pulling back two significant veils that obscure our deeper essence and purpose. By understanding these veils and the illusions they create, we begin a journey of self-discovery that leads … Continue reading Revealing Your True Self: Pulling Back the Veils of Illusion
Unmasking the Highway Robbers: Your Chance to Make a Difference
For too long, a shadow has loomed over the financial services industry. Stories of exploitation, regulatory blind spots, and unchecked malpractice have left many feeling powerless, unheard, and robbed of what is rightfully theirs. But now, there’s a growing movement to shine a light on these injustices, and you can be part of the change. … Continue reading Unmasking the Highway Robbers: Your Chance to Make a Difference
Stay One Step Ahead: Protect Yourself from Fraud in 2025
Fraud has become the most prevalent crime in the UK, affecting millions and causing significant financial and emotional distress. Understanding the current landscape and learning how to protect yourself is crucial. The Current Landscape of Fraud in the UK Recent data reveals that fraud constitutes approximately 40% of all crimes in England and Wales, with … Continue reading Stay One Step Ahead: Protect Yourself from Fraud in 2025
Why It’s Time to Stop Fraud Shaming
Fraud is the most commonly experienced crime in the UK, with millions of incidents reported each year. Yet, beyond the financial loss, victims often carry an additional, unseen burden: the shame and embarrassment of having been deceived. This emotional weight can prevent victims from seeking help, reporting the crime, or even talking about their experience. … Continue reading Why It’s Time to Stop Fraud Shaming
From Financial Planning to Holistic Wealth Planning: A Broader Perspective
A fellow Chartered Financial Planner recently shared a thought-provoking post titled, "WTF is Financial Planning?!" It described a solid approach to traditional financial planning—covering goals, managing resources, and ensuring a balance between living well and preparing for the future. While it was a great outline for what many consider "best practice," it made me reflect … Continue reading From Financial Planning to Holistic Wealth Planning: A Broader Perspective
Bridging the Empowerment Gap: Why Financial Empowerment, Not Advice, is the Future
For too long, the financial services industry has focused on solving the wrong problem. The buzzword has been the “advice gap” — a perceived lack of accessible financial advice for the masses. But the truth is, the real issue isn’t advice; it’s empowerment. People don’t need to be sold financial products disguised as solutions. They … Continue reading Bridging the Empowerment Gap: Why Financial Empowerment, Not Advice, is the Future
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