188: Breaking the Cycle of Financial Anxiety: A Step Towards Resilience

In this episode, I break down what I mean by financial resilience - moving from fear, panic, and anxiety around money to feeling calm, clearheaded, confident, and empowered even before you've achieved your financial goals.  I share why the first step to financial resilience is awareness. On the practical side, this means getting organized and knowing where your money is coming and going. More importantly, and less discussed, on the psychological side, observing your money behaviors and the patterns behind them.  I introduce the idea of “money disorders” (avoidance, worship, and relational issues) and how early experiences and financial flashpoints can shape how you react to money.  I share the power of pausing to self-soothe, including simple techniques like breathing, mindful practices, movement, and more empowering self-talk to help you get better at overcoming money challenges and make a simple, doable plan instead of reacting from anxiety and fear. If you've tried all the money tactics like saving, budgeting, investing, planning and still anxious about money, this episode is for you. Resources Mentioned Follow me on LinkedIn for regular posts about building financial resilience Sign up to my newsletter to get updated when new podcasts are available