Living Your Legacy Podcast
Episode: Stock Options Trading Academy Founder: The Step-by-Step System to Financial Freedom
Host: Rudy Mawer (Women in Power edition with guest host Ray Gutierrez)
Guest: Dr. Kelly DeCloux, Founder, Stock Options Trading Academy
Date: March 5, 2026
Episode Overview
In this inspiring, practical conversation, Dr. Kelly DeCloux shares her transformation from educator to wealth coach, demystifying the world of stock options trading while centering empowerment, education, and accessibility—especially for women and underrepresented groups. Dr. Kelly outlines her actionable system for financial freedom, breaks down stock market fundamentals, and gives real advice on building confidence, community, and generational wealth. The episode features personal stories, practical “recipes” (her trademarked strategies), and insights into the psychology of money.
Main Discussion Points & Insights
1. Personal Journey and Mission
[02:57–04:19]
- Dr. Kelly connects formative early experiences—like standing up to bullies in high school—to her life purpose: supporting the disenfranchised and “underdogs” who are typically left out of wealth-building conversations.
- She emphasizes the role of self-discovery and the importance of aligning one’s work with one’s mission.
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“I never thought about it, but that was like a cornerstone example of who I am now because I’m always working to help the underdogs… the people who've been left out of the conversation of wealth.” — Dr. Kelly [03:17]
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2. How the Stock Market Works
[04:20–05:04]
- Fundamental concept: The stock market is driven by buyers (“bulls”) and sellers (“bears”).
- Dr. Kelly teaches her clients to analyze market volume and momentum, helping them “take advantage of those swings.”
- Quote:
“Whoever is dominating at any given point… if more people are buying, that makes the stock price go up. If more people are selling, it makes the price go down.” — Dr. Kelly [04:25]
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- She covers current events’ impact, e.g., market responses to speeches by figures like Jerome Powell.
3. Community and Education—Making It Accessible
[09:56–11:29]
- Dr. Kelly specifically aims to “democratize” market access, encouraging new participants with straightforward, monthly dividend ETF investments.
- She fosters community through initiatives such as “Just Got Paid Fridays” on TikTok, where members celebrate their gains together.
4. Cutting Through Myths: Apps, Platforms, and Mindset
[17:41–21:53]
- Common beginner intimidation from flashy apps and movies is debunked; Kelly matches trading tools to experience level (e.g., recommends Robinhood to novices, not “Think or Swim”) and stresses the importance of learning fundamentals first, not chasing hype or complex tech.
- Quote:
“Just like when I was teaching kindergarten, you don’t give a kindergartener a pen to write with... as a beginner in the stock market, I would give you Robinhood because it’s the easiest platform to learn on.” — Dr. Kelly [18:38]
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- Focus is on percentage returns, not dollar amounts—a mental shift that opens wealth-building to all.
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“If the best you can get out there in a high yield savings account is 5.25[%], let me teach you how to make that in a day.” — Dr. Kelly [21:07] - [20:25–21:53] — ROI and percent gains vs. focusing on absolute dollar returns.
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5. Teaching and Monetizing Knowledge—Balance of Free and Paid
[13:20–14:54]
- Dr. Kelly offers free resources on TikTok and Facebook, but also discusses setting boundaries and charging for in-depth coaching—celebrating the value of her expertise.
- Quote:
“You can't say the right thing to the wrong person, and you can't say the wrong thing to the right person.” — Dr. Kelly [14:54]
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6. Mindset and Psychology of Money
[24:19–25:36]
- The biggest obstacles to wealth are psychological “viruses” or inherited beliefs about money from childhood.
- Dr. Kelly stresses the need for “psychological surgery” to overcome subconscious self-sabotage and truly succeed.
- Quote:
“After the first two or three times, you’re going to follow the strategy perfectly... then what’s going to happen is all those old viruses of what you think about money are going to creep up.” — Dr. Kelly [24:20]
“Unless you do that (psychological surgery), this is going to win and you’re going to start self-sabotaging.” — Dr. Kelly [25:32]
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7. Resources, Community, and Real-Life Application
[22:16–28:43]
- Dr. Kelly’s books (“Dr. Kelly’s Book of Winning Trades,” recipes/strategies guides, and the new “Psychology of Money”) are offered as teaching tools.
- She runs immersive retreats where clients trade and vacation together, highlighting a lifestyle of both wealth and joy.
- Her TikTok community makes money “together, in front of everybody.”
8. Breaking Barriers—Anyone Can Learn
[29:03–30:07]
- Dr. Kelly busts the myth that stock market trading is only for the wealthy, privileged, or highly educated.
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“My youngest client was 7 years old... I can teach anything, seven to right… Don’t let those old programs or little viruses [hold you back]—you can change your life.” — Dr. Kelly [29:34]
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9. Call to Action: Mindset and Legacy
[30:18–31:48]
- Dr. Kelly ends with encouragement to show up for your “location-specific blessings,” emphasizing destiny and purpose, as well as the importance of helping others as you rise.
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“There is an assignment on your life... and you are supposed to show up at some spot. I call it location-specific blessings... if you ain’t there, you’re going to miss out on the blessings. And sometimes you are the blessing for somebody else.” — Dr. Kelly [30:18, 30:36]
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Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
- "I’m always working to help the underdogs… the folks who’ve been disenfranchised, the people who’ve been left out of the conversation of wealth." — Dr. Kelly [03:17]
- "The market will jump you on your way up... The market will gobble you up. Thank you. You have to have a strategy." — Dr. Kelly [23:38]
- "I try to teach [clients] the wave of the market and understanding there's going to be things that are going to happen historically… We know historically [September]'s the worst month." — Dr. Kelly [08:29]
- "It’s a mindset... that's the keyword, mindset." — Ray [21:55]
- "We make money together in front everybody... because as adults, nobody claps for us anymore." — Dr. Kelly [27:36]
- "There is an assignment on your life... And sometimes you are the blessing for somebody else. Show up." — Dr. Kelly [30:18, 30:36]
Key Timestamps
| Time | Segment | |----------|------------------------------------------------------------------| | 02:57 | Dr. Kelly connects her story with serving the underdog | | 04:20 | Breakdown: What really drives the stock market | | 05:23 | The GameStop/Reddit phenomenon and democratizing opportunity | | 09:56 | Starting simple: Dividend ETFs and “Just Got Paid Fridays” | | 13:20 | Giving for free vs. business and charging for value | | 18:38 | Matching trading platforms to experience level | | 20:25 | ROI: Switching from dollar amounts to percentage mindset | | 24:19 | The psychology and inherited “viruses” blocking financial growth | | 27:02 | Retreats, travel, and building community | | 29:03 | The myth that trading isn't accessible to all | | 30:18 | The concept of “location-specific blessings” |
Final Takeaways
- Dr. Kelly’s philosophy: Anyone, regardless of starting point, can learn to trade and build wealth with the right strategies, community support, and mindset shifts.
- Education is central: Her “recipes” and practical examples bring investing down to earth.
- Mindset matters as much as mechanics: Overcoming limiting beliefs is as vital as learning technical skills.
- Legacy: Financial empowerment is a way to change lives, build community, and leave an enduring impact.
Ways to Learn More & Join the Community
- Dr. Kelly’s books are on Amazon (search “Dr. Kelly + strategy”)
- Free resources and community: Stock Options Trading Academy on Facebook
- TikTok (@DrKelly): Free content, class access, and updates on live retreats
- Look out for group trading/travel events (Puerto Rico, Colombia, and beyond)
This episode is essential listening for anyone seeking accessible, actionable guidance on stock trading and personal transformation—from absolute beginners to aspiring financial leaders.