Ein Hund names Money

(German below) “The most beautiful things in my life happened precisely when I was afraid, but did it anyway.” – Bodo Schäfer “A Dog Named Money” is one of those rare books that simultaneously entertains, moves, and quietly lays the foundation for a healthy relationship with money and success. It is a modern fairy tale about courage, dreams, and responsibility. A book for children – and for adults who want to be reminded how simple smart financial education can be. Although I already had some knowledge of finance, I gained a better understanding of certain principles and felt very inspired by this book. At its core are surprisingly simple yet powerful principles. The book begins by encouraging readers to take their wishes seriously: first, write a long list of desires, then select the three most important dreams. The second principle is keeping a success journal. Schäfer emphasizes how important it is to record at least five small or large successes each day to build self-confidence. Next comes the idea of a dream album and dream piggy banks. Each dream gets its own space and its own little treasure chest. Children love this method, but it also shows adults how tangible goals can become when they are visualized and consistently saved for. Finally, the book encourages a self-directed, creative approach to work: find something you truly enjoy doing and identify a market need that matches your skills. Schäfer teaches simple guiding rules, such as tackling plans within 72 hours and saving half of your available money after fixed expenses (the “golden goose”