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Farnoosh Torabi
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Right now, the world feels like it’s moving a mile a minute. News cycles are relentless, the pressure to keep up—professionally, personally, financially—is overwhelming. And beneath all that hustle, so many of us are quietly struggling. We feel disconnected, depleted… yet on the surface, everything looks “fine.”
That’s why today’s guest and conversation feel especially urgent.
Dr. Judith Joseph is a renowned psychiatrist, researcher, and media personality. Her new book, High Functioning: Overcome Your Hidden Depression and Reclaim Your Joy, is putting a name to what so many high-achieving, outwardly successful people are feeling on the inside.
She introduces us to the concept of high-functioning depression—where you're still performing, still showing up, but joy and meaning are missing. And in this episode, Judith helps us understand the roots of this experience—trauma, relentless self-sacrifice, even our relationship with money—and how we can begin to heal using her powerful, evidence-based framework: the Five V’s.
What I especially love is her invitation to slow down—to pause, reflect, and reconnect with who we are beyond our productivity. In a time when everything feels uncertain and fast-moving, her message is a reminder that stillness is not weakness—it’s where clarity and joy can return.
In this week’s Ask Farnoosh, we’re diving into the ripple effects of the latest tariff threats and what they could mean for your wallet — from rising prices on everyday goods to the broader risk of a recession. Farnoosh explains what’s happening, why it matters, and how to protect your finances now.
Plus, answers to your questions, including:
- Is it wise to switch jobs right now, given the shaky labor market?
- How can I invest in supporting both myself and my aging parents in the long term?
- And how do I go about divesting a sibling from a co-owned property?
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How do you navigate a tricky boss, advocate for a raise, or stay sane when your manager is MIA?
On today’s So Money, author and executive coach Melody Wilding returns to share wisdom from her new book, Managing Up: How to Get What You Need from the People in Charge. We explore how to maintain internal boundaries, read between the lines in power dynamics, and own your value—even when leadership is falling short.
Melody unpacks what it really means to manage up—not to flatter your boss, but to create the conditions for your success. She walks us through powerful frameworks, communication tips, and yes, how to advocate for more money without burning bridges.
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This episode is brought to us by Mastercard.
The financial world is changing fast, and as we enter the 10th year of So Money, one of my goals is to keep us updated on the latest innovations and technology shaping our money world…to help you understand what’s coming, why it matters, and how you can leverage these changes to improve your financial life.
Let me start with a quick thought: what if we had the power to unlock opportunities by using our own data — to switch direct deposits in minutes, get faster loans, or use your rent history to build credit?
This is where one of the newest innovations in the finance world enters the picture. It’s called open banking and it’s transforming the financial ecosystem.
Joining me today is someone who is at the forefront of opening banking: Jess Turner, EVP and Global Head of Open Banking and API at Mastercard. Listen as Jess breaks down what open banking is, why it’s the thread tying together this new financial world, and how it’s transforming the way we borrow, save, and spend.
To learn more about Open Banking, visit this comprehensive guide.