In this episode of the It's Not About the Money podcast, I explore how to prioritize finances when everything feels important.

I introduce the concept of 'money dates' as a way to build a relationship with money, emphasizing the importance of emotional connection and creating a supportive environment. 

I share frameworks like the fridge, freezer, larder model and the 50/30/20 budgeting method to help listeners allocate their finances effectively. 

I also provide practical tips for sticking to money dates and encourages listeners to focus on progress rather than perfection in their financial journey.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Money Prioritization

06:12 Emotional Connection to Money

11:54 Frameworks for Financial Clarity

19:07 The 50/30/20 Budgeting Method

23:53 Sticking to Your Money Dates

30:05 Conclusion and Future Planning

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In this episode, I explore the Enabler Money Story Type, focusing on how it shapes our relationship with giving and receiving. 

I discuss the guilt often associated with receiving, the emotional exhaustion that can arise from over-giving, and the importance of setting boundaries. 

I provide insights into recognizing enabler patterns and offers practical solutions for those who identify with this money story type, emphasizing the need for self-care and the value of giving without losing sight of personal needs.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Enabler Money Story Type

06:39 Emotional Exhaustion and Boundaries

15:51 Solutions for the Enabler Money Story Type

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In this episode of 'It's Not About the Money', I explore the innovator money story type, emphasizing the connection between self-worth and financial decisions. 

I share personal experiences and insights on how identity impacts our relationship with money, particularly for innovators who often tie their self-esteem to financial success. 

The episode provides strategies for innovators to balance their financial goals with self-acceptance and joy, while also looking ahead to the next episode focusing on the enabler money story type.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Emotions of Money Series

06:02 Understanding the Innovator Money Story Type

12:10 The Impact of Identity on Financial Decisions

18:58 Strategies for Innovators to Balance Money and Self-Worth

24:43 Looking Ahead: The Enabler Money Story Type

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In this episode of the It's Not About the Money podcast, I delve into the architect money story type, exploring the connection between anxiety and financial decision-making. 

I discuss how over-planning and fear of financial risks can lead to analysis paralysis, impacting one's ability to make clear financial decisions. 

I offer strategies for managing money anxiety, emphasizing the importance of balancing planning with present moment trust. 

This episode concludes with a call to celebrate financial successes and recognize the value of planning as a gift.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Apology

06:08 Anxiety and Over-Planning in Financial Decisions

11:56 The Impact of Anxiety on Financial Behavior

18:04 Balancing Planning with Present Moment Trust

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In this episode I explore the concept of money denial, particularly through the lens of the pacifist money story type. 

I discuss the psychological and neurological aspects of financial avoidance, highlighting how denial serves as a protective mechanism against emotional pain associated with financial decisions. 

The conversation delves into the generational patterns of financial responsibility and the impact of parental financial rescuing. 

I offer insights on transforming financial denial into empowerment, emphasizing the importance of understanding one's money story type to enhance financial wellbeing and impact.

Chapters

00:00 Understanding Money Denial

10:04 The Neuroscience of Financial Avoidance

20:44 Generational Patterns and Financial Responsibility

23:05 Transforming Financial Denial

27:40 Empowering Financial Responsibility

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In this episode I explore the complex emotion of shame, particularly in relation to money and spending habits.

I discuss how shame is a natural human emotion that can lead to impulsive spending and feelings of inadequacy. 

Through the Money Storytypes framework, I provide insights into understanding one's relationship with money and offer practical tools for transforming shame into empowerment.

This episode emphasizes the importance of awareness, self-acceptance, and creating healthy boundaries around spending.

Chapters

00:00 Understanding Shame: A Natural Human Emotion

06:03 The Impact of Shame on Money Decisions

11:54 Recognizing and Addressing Shame Physically

18:14 Transforming Shame into Empowerment

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In this conversation I discuss the energy dynamics of selling, emphasizing the importance of moving from a scarcity mindset to one of abundance and connection.

I share practical exercises to help entrepreneurs, particularly women, overcome fears associated with selling and adopt a more authentic, desire-based approach. 

This conversation highlights the significance of energy in sales interactions and offers strategies for building genuine connections with clients.

Chapters

00:00 Transforming Sales Through Desire-Based Marketing

02:50 Understanding Fears Around Selling

06:02 Shifting from Old Paradigms to New Approaches

08:04 The Energy of Selling

11:07 Shifting Paradigms in Sales

14:03 Practical Exercises for Sales Alignment

18:16 Building Authentic Client Relationships

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In this episode of 'It's Not About the Money,' I delve into the intricate relationship we have with success, particularly focusing on the fears that often accompany it. Drawing from my exploration of Gene Keys, I discuss how our perceptions of success are shaped by our values, self-worth, and the shadows we carry. 

I explore the themes of graciousness, fear, and success and highlight the importance of meeting fears with kindness and acceptance, rather than force. 

I invite you to reflect on your own definitions of success and the resistance you may feel towards achieving it, emphasizing that understanding these fears can lead to personal growth and alignment with one's authentic self.

Chapters

00:00 Exploring the Complex Relationship with Success

08:46 Understanding Resistance to Success

11:52 Navigating Fears Surrounding Success

15:11 Embracing Graciousness in Fear

18:00 Redefining Success Beyond Achievement

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In this conversation, I discuss nine money habits that may be keeping individuals poor and offer insights on how to transform these habits. 

I emphasize the importance of understanding one's relationship with money, recognizing emotional triggers, and fostering open financial conversations. 

The discussion also covers the significance of building a financial security fund, nurturing one's nervous system, and addressing money traumas. 

Ultimately, the conversation encourages listeners to celebrate their financial progress and create a positive relationship with money.

Chapters

00:00 Transforming Your Relationship with Money

05:17 Understanding Emotional Spending

09:36 The Importance of Financial Conversations

11:55 Building Your Financial Security Fund

14:46 Nurturing Your Nervous System and Money Decisions

17:32 Balancing Financial Education and Beliefs

18:58 Creating a Personalized Budget Plan

20:38 Healing from Money Traumas

22:59 Celebrating Your Financial Progress

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In this episode, I explore the intricate relationship between love and money, and how healing your relationship with love could be the key to holding more wealth.

Chapters

00:00 The Intrinsic Connection Between Love and Money

05:40 Understanding Financial Blueprints and Money Trauma

11:01 Expanding Your Capacity to Hold Wealth

18:09 Healing Relationships with Love and Money

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In this conversation, I delve into the concept of money trauma, exploring its emotional and psychological impacts on individuals. 

I discuss how past experiences with money shape our beliefs and behaviours, leading to patterns of overspending, under-earning, and self-sabotage. 

I emphasise the importance of recognizing these traumas and offer practical strategies for healing, including self-awareness, language shifts, and journaling. 

This discussion highlights that money is deeply tied to self-worth and emotions, and transforming our relationship with money requires addressing these underlying issues.

Chapters

00:00 Understanding Money Trauma

10:30 Psychological Impacts of Money Trauma

21:55 Healing and Detaching from Money Trauma

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