# Family Governance: The Psychology of Inter-Generational Wealth with Gary Shunk

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Published: 2025-12-01T13:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode of Entrepreneurial Legacies, John Sleeting sits down with Gary Shunk from Aligned Family, a prominent voice in wealth psychology. They discuss the intricate connections between money, family, and identity. The conversation delves into what occurs when families experience significant wealth transitions and highlights the importance of communication and connection in navigating these changes. Gary shares insights gained from decades of experience working with families facing complex dynamics around inheritance and legacy. He and John emphasize that family meetings, open dialogue, and shared values can help prevent conflicts and strengthen relationships. They also explore how families can redefine success beyond mere financial wealth, focusing instead on purpose, relationships, and lasting impact. This episode provides a profound and honest examination of the human aspects of wealth, addressing what it takes to keep families grounded, united, and thriving across generations. This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be regarded as personalized investment advice or relied upon for investment decisions and is not intended to provide legal or tax advice. John Sleeting is an employee of Clearwater Capital Partners. Gary Shunk is not a client of Clearwater Capital Partners. No compensation was provided to Mr. Shunk in exchange for his participation or comments. Mr. Shunk has no other material conflict of interest relating to his relationship with Clearwater Capital Partners. All opinions expressed by participants are solely their own opinion and do not reflect the opinion of Clearwater Capital Partners.

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