Given the over-abundance of trendy diets, celebrity nutrition experts, and half-baked medical advice on what we should eat and how much we should exercise, I am reluctant to post on these topics very often. However, when I run across something that makes me personally rethink what I’m eating, then I reconsider. Why? Because I have … More A Fresh Perspective on Sugar, Diet, and Health
Having lived in Paris for almost a decade now, I’m long past the ‘infatuation phase’ experienced by most tourists and many expats when they first arrive in the City of Lights. I’ve encountered the good, the bad, and the ugly, that concentrated mix that any metropolitan city serves up to its residents on a daily … More Paris and Patience
In today’s current political and social climate, it’s important to hear an articulate commentary on WASP values. After all, that’s pretty much what I advocate for here on this blog and in several of my books. Obviously, I don’t think that White Anglo Saxon Protestants have the monopoly on traditional Upper Class values. I see … More Legacy of the WASP: An Articulate Reminder
Every once in awhile, I’m asked why I encourage people to elevate their social standing or improve their financial position. What difference will it make? Granted, some people do have a world-view that is fairly laissez-faire: just go with the flow, do what you can do, take it easy, don’t worry…be happy. I don’t condemn … More Why Elevate?
Pardon my absence. Personal obligations have been at the forefront lately. Nothing bad, just time-consuming. I’m happy to be back, so let’s dive in… There are plenty of obstacles on the road to financial independence: a soft job market, nagging inflation, student loan debt, and, let’s face it, an endless stream of tempting consumer goodies. … More Peer Pressure and Financial Goals
One of the highlights of our trip to Bangkok was my visit to Dan Bespoke Tailors. It had been awhile (years) since I had invested in a sport coat, dress pants, or suit. I already owned two blue blazers, a couple of pair of grey wool slacks, a stack of cotton pants, and an array … More A Visit to Bangkok: Part 3 – Dan Bespoke Tailors
Hello, in case you’ve just found the blog, let me introduce myself and what I do. I’m Byron Tully, author of The Old Money Book. In this series, Old Money University, I’m going to share with you how anyone from any background can adopt the values, priorities, and habits of America’s Upper Class in order … More Old Money University – Lesson Two: How To Handle An Inheritance
As 2026 gets underway, I’ve decided to offer a curriculum of sorts (hence the name) for our Members of the Tribe, old and new. In each lesson, I’ll be presenting a specific Old Money concept or a collection of related fundamentals. Some of the information will be a refresher course for those of you who’ve … More Old Money University – Lesson One: Introduction, Definition, & Origins
Greetings. I’m back in Paris at present after a rare vacation. The time away was relaxing, invigorating, and enlightening, and I’ll be sharing more details in the near future. What I can tell you, after 5 international flights in 3 weeks, is that air travel is changing, and not for the better. And it’s not … More Travel Update…and Advice
Last year, or the year before, I suggested that we all endeavor to allow fewer distractions into our lives. This year, as our group New Year’s resolution, I am suggesting that we share less. Much less. The idea came to me after a phone call with a friend in Boston. He came from modest means … More The 2026 New Year’s Resolution