It's Not About The Money
You don’t need another budget… you need to feel safe with money. It’s Not About The Money is a podcast on women and money mindset for business owners who are done with overgiving, undercharging, and hitting the same income ceiling. Here we talk about the patterns behind your finances and the practical steps to make more, keep more, invest, and build wealth with confidence. We also cover topics around financial coaching and self sabotage with mindset and somatic money incuding nervous system and psychology. Hosted by Catherine Morgan, author, award-winning Financial Wellbeing Speaker, Financial Coach, and trauma-informed coach. Formerly the In Her Financial Shoes Podcast.
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1 Letter That Can Change Your Relationship With Money (Audio)
08/03/2026
1 Letter That Can Change Your Relationship With Money (Audio)
In this conversation, I explore the multifaceted relationship individuals have with money, emphasising the importance of understanding the different parts of oneself that influence financial behavior. I encourage listeners to shift from a fixed identity of being 'good' or 'bad' with money to recognising the various parts that contribute to their financial decisions. By fostering self-compassion and curiosity, individuals can navigate their financial patterns more effectively and create a healthier relationship with money. Chapters 00:00 - You are not bad with money 03:15 - Why old money patterns keep repeating 05:30 - Three money parts you may recognize 09:23 - How to respond with curiosity instead of shame Resources: Join - Our free monthly calls
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How much should I charge? (5 Signs You Fear Being Paid)
07/27/2026
How much should I charge? (5 Signs You Fear Being Paid)
Have you ever been asked what you charge, and felt something happen before you had even said the number? That half a second where your mind is already running. Is that too much? Is it not enough? What will they think of me? If you know that feeling well, you are in very good company. This is part two of the Love and Money Series, and today I explore the fear of being paid what you are worth. It shows up most for us as sole traders, because when the business is you, being paid can feel deeply personal. But the fear is rarely about the number itself. It is about the meaning we have attached to it. In this episode I walk through the five ways this fear shows up: Overdelivering to feel you have earned the right to be paid Dropping your price before anyone has even asked Rushing or softening the number as it leaves your mouth Overexplaining and justifying your fee Avoiding naming a price at all Chapter Timestamps: 00:12 Introduction to the Fear of Pricing 02:50 Understanding Personal Value in Pricing 05:27 Signs of Fear in Pricing Conversations 10:49 The Impact of Undercharging 14:08 Shifting Mindsets: From Sole Trader to CEO 15:54 Practical Steps to Embrace Your Worth We look at the resentment cost of undercharging, the shift from sole trader to CEO of your own business, and the questions that opens up. What does the business need to run profitably? What is the market willing to pay for the result I create? What is the cost of undercharging? And I leave you with one practice for this week. Say your price, then pause. Don't soften it. Don't explain it. Just sit with it, and notice what arises in your body. This is my fee. I am allowed to be paid for the work I do. It is safe for me to receive. Because being paid what you are worth rests on a much bigger question underneath the number: whether you believe you are allowed to receive, and whether you can hold your price steady enough for someone else to trust it. So carry this with you. What do you make money mean, in the moment when someone offers to pay you for your work? A lot of this work is about worthiness, boundaries, people pleasing, and inner worth. If you would like a safe space for these deeper conversations, come and join us in the Money Circle. It is our free online community, with a monthly newsletter of resources and a live monthly call where we hold space for exactly this. Head to and you will receive an invite for the next circle call in your welcome email. If you missed part one of the Love and Money Series, on why love and money are so deeply connected, listen to that first. Watch this episode on YouTube: Much love, Catherine x
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3 Ways Money Mirrors How You Give and Receive Love
07/20/2026
3 Ways Money Mirrors How You Give and Receive Love
In this episode, I explore the intricate relationship between love and money, emphasizing how our capacity to receive and give is deeply intertwined with our self-worth and emotional safety. I discuss the patterns that emerge from our early experiences and conditioning, highlighting the importance of awareness and new positive experiences in healing our relationship with money. The conversation delves into generational trauma and the impact of our upbringing on our financial behaviors, offering practical steps to begin the healing process. Chapters 00:00 - Why love and money mirror each other more than you think 01:57 - How childhood conditioning shapes your capacity to hold wealth 03:21 - Family patterns, early trauma, and the nervous system's relationship with safety 08:22 - The three ways love and money show up the same: receiving, giving, and letting go 13:24 - Intergenerational patterns, attachment, and inherited unworthiness 22:41 - Practical ways to expand your financial and emotional comfort zone 35:09 - Healing your relationship with money by nurturing your self-worth Resources: Read Take the Join Discover this previous episode revealing
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Why Your Brain Feels Different in Perimenopause — ADHD, Hormones & RSD with Kate Moryoussef
05/25/2026
Why Your Brain Feels Different in Perimenopause — ADHD, Hormones & RSD with Kate Moryoussef
I am joined by Kate Moryoussef, as we explore the intricate relationship between ADHD, hormonal changes, and women's health. We discuss personal experiences with late ADHD diagnoses, the impact of perimenopause, and the significance of understanding rejection-sensitive dysphoria (RSD). The conversation also highlights the benefits of Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) as a tool for emotional regulation and self-acceptance, particularly for neurodivergent women navigating these challenges. In this conversation, Kate and I explore the transformative power of Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) in managing overwhelm, guilt, and shame, particularly for women navigating ADHD and hormonal changes. We provide practical demonstrations of EFT, discuss the importance of self-compassion, and highlight the significance of understanding women's health issues. Kate shares insights from her book, the ADHD Women's Wellbeing Toolkit, emphasising the need for accessible resources and self-empowerment. The conversation concludes with a focus on sustainable growth and the importance of rest in both personal and professional lives. Chapters 00:00 Understanding ADHD and Hormonal Influences 10:10 The Impact of Diagnosis on Personal Growth 20:02 Navigating Perimenopause and ADHD 30:01 Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) Explained 39:53 Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) and Its Benefits 26:05 Demonstrating EFT for Overwhelm 30:30 Understanding Guilt and Shame in EFT 34:14 Navigating Women's Health and Hormones 35:55 The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Toolkit 39:25 The Journey of Writing a Book with ADHD 40:36 Sustainable Growth and Rest in Business Resources: 'It's Not About The Money' Take the Sign up to my Become a Reveal and Heal The Inherited Money Patterns Keeping You Stuck with the Enroll for Discover the Check out the If today's conversation stirred something in you, Kate's self-paced workshop library might be a great next step. There's a wide range of topics covered - from emotional wellbeing and nervous system regulation to identity and everyday ADHD life- all created with late-diagnosed women in mind. You can dip in at your own pace, without any pressure to do it all at once. Browse the full library here:
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Why Success Feels Unsafe: The Nervous System Block That Keeps You Broke
04/27/2026
Why Success Feels Unsafe: The Nervous System Block That Keeps You Broke
In this conversation, I explore the concept of money set points and how our nervous system influences our relationship with wealth. I discuss the biological responses to financial success and introduce three somatic techniques to help expand our capacity for wealth. These techniques focus on creating a sense of safety in the body, allowing individuals to navigate their financial journeys with greater ease and confidence. Chapters 00:00 Understanding Money Set Points 02:57 The Nervous System and Money 05:50 Somatic Techniques for Financial Safety 08:40 Safety Anchoring Technique 12:00 Capacity Expansion Technique 17:01 The Expanded Heart Technique 23:49 Recap and Conclusion Resources: 'It's Not About The Money' Take the Sign up to my Become a Reveal and Heal The Inherited Money Patterns Keeping You Stuck with the Join the waitlist for Discover the Learn more about Check out the
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Why You Fight About Money (It's Not About the Money)
04/20/2026
Why You Fight About Money (It's Not About the Money)
In this episode, I explore the complex dynamics of money arguments in relationships, emphasising that these conflicts often stem from deeper emotional and nervous system responses rather than the financial issues themselves. I introduce the concept of Money Story Types, which are shaped by early life experiences, and discuss how understanding these types can help couples navigate their financial conversations more effectively. The episode provides practical strategies for reframing discussions about money to foster collaboration and acceptance between partners. Chapters 00:00 Understanding Money Arguments 02:48 The Role of Nervous System in Money Conversations 06:04 Identifying Money Story Types 08:58 Conflict Between Money Story Types 12:03 Strategies for Harmonious Money Conversations 14:59 The Importance of Acceptance in Money Dynamics 17:58 Practical Reframes for Money Discussions21:08 Conclusion and Next Steps Resources: 'It's Not About The Money' Take the Sign up to my Become a Reveal and Heal The Inherited Money Patterns Keeping You Stuck with the Join the waitlist for Discover the Learn more about
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Why Money Affirmations Don’t Work (And What Does Instead)
04/13/2026
Why Money Affirmations Don’t Work (And What Does Instead)
In this episode, I explore the emotional and somatic aspects of money mindset, emphasising acceptance over resistance. I discuss research on affirmations, the importance of emotional scale, and practical techniques like embodied heart breathing to transform your relationship with money. Chapters 00:00 The Power of Positive Thinking About Money 02:58 Understanding Emotional Responses to Money 07:23 The Importance of Acceptance in Financial Well-being 12:53 Embodied Heart Breathing Practice for Money Emotions19:20 The Great Release: A Path to Financial Freedom Resources: 'It's Not About The Money' Take the Sign up to my Become a Reveal and Heal The Inherited Money Patterns Keeping You Stuck with the Join the waitlist for Discover the Learn more about
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EFT & Money with Theresa Lear Levine
04/06/2026
EFT & Money with Theresa Lear Levine
n this episode I am joined by Theresa Lear Levine - EFT Master Practitioner, Hypnotherapist, and bestselling author of "Becoming More Me, to explore the transformative power of somatic practices like EFT, hypnotherapy, and binaural beats in shifting beliefs, managing stress, and embodying new identities. Theresa shares her personal journey, techniques, and practical tips for harnessing these tools to create lasting change. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to EFT and Personal Journeys 00:12 The Impact of Trauma on Success 03:09 Awakening to Change and Self-Discovery 06:05 The Power of EFT Tapping 09:07 EFT in Practice: Personal Experiences 12:12 Understanding the Science Behind EFT 15:13 Demonstrating EFT Tapping Techniques 21:20 The Impact of Affirmations on Beliefs 27:13 Transitioning to a New Reality 35:05 The Power of Binaural Beats 40:40 The Importance of Breath Awareness Resources: 'It's Not About The Money' Take the Sign up to my Become a Reveal and Heal The Inherited Money Patterns Keeping You Stuck with the Join the waitlist for Discover the Watch the Watch the Find out more about Learn more about (Please note we are an affiliate for this product which means we may earn an affiliate commission for any purchases)
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The 4 Emotions That Block Every Money Decision
03/30/2026
The 4 Emotions That Block Every Money Decision
In this episode I explore the four major emotions - grief, fear, shame, and resentment - that influence money decisions. I discuss how these emotions are stored in the body, their impact on financial behavior, and practical tools like emotional freedom technique (EFT) to release them. Chapters 00:00 The Emotional Body and Money 01:03 Understanding Somatic Patterns in Money 01:37 Why Logical Advice Isn't Enough 02:31 Research on Emotional Mapping in the Body 05:56 Financial Grief and Its Impact 12:13 Fear as a Major Money Emotion 14:32 Shame and Its Silent Power 18:42 Resentment and Systemic Money Beliefs 22:31 Tools for Emotional Release and Change Resources: 'It's Not About The Money' Take the Sign up to my Become a Reveal and Heal The Inherited Money Patterns Keeping You Stuck with the Join the waitlist for Discover the Watch the
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Money Comes In, Then Something Always Happens
03/23/2026
Money Comes In, Then Something Always Happens
I explore the somatic and emotional aspects of our relationship with money, revealing how body patterns rooted in past experiences influence our financial behaviors and feelings of security. Over this series, I offer practical tools like emotional freedom technique and heart breathing to help shift these deep-seated patterns. Chapters 00:00 Understanding Financial Patterns and Emotions 10:46 The Role of Somatics in Financial Well-being 18:51 Exploring Possibilities for Healing Financial Relationships Resources: 'It's Not About The Money' Take the Sign up to my Become a Reveal and Heal The Inherited Money Patterns Keeping You Stuck with the Join the waitlist for Discover the
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Will AI Replace Financial Advisers? (What 15 Years Taught Me)
03/16/2026
Will AI Replace Financial Advisers? (What 15 Years Taught Me)
In this conversation I discuss the transformative impact of AI on the financial services industry, emphasising the importance of human skills and emotional intelligence in financial advice. I explore how AI can handle technical aspects of financial planning but cannot replicate the deep human connection and understanding required to navigate clients' emotional relationships with money. I introduce the concept of 'money story types' and highlight the growing need for financial coaching as a means to address the emotional side of money management. I conclude by asserting that the future of financial advice will rely on professionals who can integrate AI's capabilities with their own human insights to better serve clients. Chapters 00:00 The Rise of AI in Financial Services 02:48 Understanding Human Skills in Financial Advice 06:12 The Emotional Side of Money 09:07 Money Story Types and Their Impact 12:08 Integrating AI with Human Insight 14:54 The Future of Financial Advice 17:51 The Importance of Emotional Intelligence 20:56 Exploring Financial Coaching Opportunities Resources: 'It's Not About The Money' Take the Sign up to my Become a Reveal and Heal The Inherited Money Patterns Keeping You Stuck with the Watch episode: Watch episode: Watch episode:
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What Financial Coaching Actually Looks Like
03/09/2026
What Financial Coaching Actually Looks Like
In this conversation, I discuss my journey from being a qualified financial advisor in debt to understanding the deeper emotional patterns behind financial behaviors. I introduce the Money Narratives Clearing Framework, emphasising the importance of awareness, recognising benefits and costs, and exploring secondary gains in financial decision-making. The discussion highlights how shame and acceptance play crucial roles in transforming financial patterns and the impact of loss aversion on choices. I encourage approaching financial coaching with compassion and understanding, aiming for lasting change rather than quick fixes. Chapters 00:00 Understanding Financial Patterns and Personal Debt 02:46 The Money Narratives Clearing Framework 05:22 The Importance of Awareness in Financial Coaching 08:29 Recognizing Benefits and Costs of Financial Patterns 10:58 Exploring Secondary Gains in Financial Behavior 13:34 The Role of Shame and Acceptance in Financial Change 16:17 Identifying Hidden Trade-offs in Financial Decisions 18:47 The Impact of Loss Aversion on Financial Choices21:16 Transforming Patterns Through Compassion and Understanding Resources: 'It's Not About The Money' Take the Sign up to my Become a Reveal and Heal The Inherited Money Patterns Keeping You Stuck with the Watch episode: Watch episode:
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Should You Become a Financial Coach?
03/02/2026
Should You Become a Financial Coach?
In this episode I explores the profound relationship individuals have with money, emphasizing the importance of financial coaching in addressing deeper emotional and psychological issues surrounding financial behaviors. I discuss the need for financial professionals to integrate coaching techniques into their practices to better support clients in navigating their financial identities and challenges. Through personal anecdotes and practical advice, I highlight the transformative power of understanding one's relationship with money and the necessity of addressing underlying beliefs to foster lasting change. Chapters 00:00 Understanding the Relationship with Money 02:48 The Need for Financial Coaching 05:29 The Impact of Identity on Financial Decisions 08:30 The Role of Financial Coaching in Transformation 11:18 Techniques in Financial Coaching 14:09 Language Patterns in Money Conversations 17:02 Integrating Financial Coaching into Existing Practices 19:35 The Future of Financial Coaching22:22 Personal Journey and Call to Action Resources: 'It's Not About The Money' Take the Sign up to my Become a Reveal and Heal The Inherited Money Patterns Keeping You Stuck with the Watch the Full AI Series
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Why Clients Self-Sabotage With Money
02/23/2026
Why Clients Self-Sabotage With Money
In this conversation, I explore the psychological barriers that clients face in making financial decisions, emphasizing the role of emotions and limiting beliefs. Through real-life examples, I illustrate how these factors lead to self-sabotage and offer a framework for financial advisors to help clients recognize and overcome these patterns. This discussion highlights the importance of understanding the emotional underpinnings of financial behavior and provides practical tools for fostering healthier relationships with money. Chapters 00:00 Understanding Client Fear and Self-Sabotage 11:12 Transformative Coaching: A Case Study 13:26 The Money Narratives Clearing Method 18:36 Recognizing Patterns and Limiting Beliefs Resources: 'It's Not About The Money' Take the Sign up to my Become a Reveal and Heal The Inherited Money Patterns Keeping You Stuck with the
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2026 Planetary Shifts and the New Economy: How Astrology Is Reshaping Money, Work & Power with Jazze Jervis
02/16/2026
2026 Planetary Shifts and the New Economy: How Astrology Is Reshaping Money, Work & Power with Jazze Jervis
his conversation, Jazze Jervis and I explore the significant shifts occurring in the economy and society, driven by planetary changes. We discuss how these shifts impact our understanding of money, power, and personal value, emphasizing the importance of humaneness, visibility, and nervous system regulation in navigating these changes. Our conversation encourages you to embrace curiosity and authenticity as you adapt to the evolving landscape of business and personal growth. Chapters 00:00 Entering the New Economy 01:56 Planetary Shifts and Their Impact 06:59 Navigating Changes in Business and Life 15:56 The Importance of Humaneness in Business 24:51 Visibility and Authenticity in the New Era 32:12 Nervous System Regulation and Decision Making 42:34 Curiosity and Action in 2026 Resources: Watch the 20 Minute Loom Real Time Video on Check out the 'It's Not About The Money' Take the Sign up to my Become a Reveal and Heal The Inherited Money Patterns Keeping You Stuck with the Disclaimer: Educational only, not financial advice. Do your own research and seek regulated advice where appropriate. This podcast contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. I only recommend what I truly believe in.
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Who Are You When AI Can Do What You Do?
02/09/2026
Who Are You When AI Can Do What You Do?
ught: will people still want to hear from me when AI can give them information instantly? I felt panic - who am I if I'm not a content creator? If you've been feeling that uncertainty too, this episode will completely reframe everything, because it's not really about AI at all. Maybe you're worried AI will replace you or your clients won't need you anymore. Here's what I want to explore - what if this is about something we've been avoiding our entire lives: uncertainty. We spend so much time creating certainty in our careers, finances, and identities, then AI reminds us none of this was ever certain to begin with. Today, I'm diving into why uncertainty equals danger in our nervous systems, how every moment of expansion came through uncertainty, and the three Rs to navigate this threshold - release your performance-based identity, reconnect to your inherent worth, and reclaim your irreplaceable humanity, because AI isn't stealing your identity, it's revealing how you relate to uncertainty itself. Chapters 00:00 Navigating Identity in the Age of AI 08:07 Embracing Uncertainty for Growth 17:43 Practices for Managing Uncertainty 24:37 Reclaiming Your Humanity in an AI World 30:27 Building a Relationship with AI Resources: Learn more about the 3 Prompts Framework Here - Watch the 20 Minute Loom Real Time Video on This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. I only recommend what I truly believe in and have completed myself. 'It's Not About The Money' Take the Sign up to my Become a Reveal and Heal The Inherited Money Patterns Keeping You Stuck with the
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How AI Will Change the Way You Feel About Money
02/02/2026
How AI Will Change the Way You Feel About Money
The way you've been relating to money is about to fundamentally shift, not because of what AI can do, but because of what it's forcing you to feel. Maybe you're overwhelmed by AI, worried about being replaced, or anxious about putting financial information into something that might not be secure. Here's what I've discovered - that fear isn't really about AI at all. When I first started using AI around money, my entire body felt incredible fear: would people still need me? But all those AI fears - will it replace me, am I techie enough, which tool should I choose - they're the exact same money fears that have been showing up for years, just in a new disguise. Today, I'm exploring why AI is holding up a mirror to our three core beliefs about productivity, worth, and scarcity, how to use AI safely without exposing personal information, and why the real question isn't "will AI replace me" but rather "what becomes possible when I stop replacing my humanity with productivity." Chapters 00:00 The Emotional Impact of AI on Money Management 03:31 Practical Tips for Using AI Safely 08:29 Understanding the Root of AI Anxiety 10:19 Core Beliefs About Worth and Productivity 17:54 Identifying Emotions Linked to Money Beliefs 21:38 Reframing AI as a Tool for Transformation 29:19 Navigating AI Without Losing Humanity Resources: Learn more about the 3 Prompts Framework Here - Watch the 20 Minute Loom Real Time Video on This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. I only recommend what I truly believe in and have completed myself. 'It's Not About The Money' Take the Sign up to my Become a Reveal and Heal The Inherited Money Patterns Keeping You Stuck with the
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5 AI Tools That Changed How I Manage Money (As a Financial Adviser)
01/26/2026
5 AI Tools That Changed How I Manage Money (As a Financial Adviser)
As a former financial adviser, I love to geek out on money apps and AI, and I've tested dozens of tools over the last year with five standing out as absolute game-changers. Today, I'm sharing the five AI tools that will help you make better financial decisions: Claude for spotting spending patterns and acting as your behavioural money therapist, ChatGPT for quick financial scenario planning, Perplexity for fact-checking and researching financial products, Notebook LM which turns boring pension statements into engaging podcasts you can listen to on dog walks, and Snoop which monitors your bills to catch overcharges (it found me two forgotten Amazon Prime subscriptions!). I'm diving into exactly how to use each tool ethically, the specific prompts that get the best results, and why these tools aren't about replacing human advice but about removing the overwhelm that keeps you avoiding your finances - because sometimes the right tool can put £95 back in your pocket in just five minutes. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to AI in Money Management 00:31 Exploring Claude: Your Financial Therapist 10:42 Using ChatGPT for Financial Conversations 19:19 Researching with Perplexity 23:55 Audio Learning with Notebook LMM 28:19 Managing Money with Snoop 32:10 Conclusion: Choosing Your AI Tool Resources: Check out Join me and my mentor online to Learn more about the 3 Prompts Framework Here - Watch the 20 Minute Loom Real Time Video on This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. I only recommend what I truly believe in and have completed myself. 'It's Not About The Money' Take the Sign up to my Become a Reveal and Heal The Inherited Money Patterns Keeping You Stuck with the
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How to Build Your AI Money Coach
01/19/2026
How to Build Your AI Money Coach
As a former financial adviser who's worked with hundreds of people around money, one of the biggest barriers to good financial management isn't the lack of knowledge - it's that gap between knowing what you should do and actually doing it. This gap is created by overwhelm, decision paralysis, fear that money will run out, or shame from comparing yourself to others. This is where AI, when used properly, can remove that friction in ways I've never seen before. Today, I'm sharing my personal framework for building an AI money coach - not just using ChatGPT for random questions, but creating a personalised tool that actually improves your financial decisions. I'm diving into the three essential elements (context, cues, and clarity), what AI can and cannot do with money, how to build safeguards so you're using it effectively not dangerously, and the exact prompts I use - because the future of personal finance isn't about replacing humans with AI, it's about using AI to bridge the gap between knowing and doing. Chapters 00:00 Bridging the Knowledge-Implementation Gap in Finance 02:48 The Role of AI in Financial Management 06:08 Building Your AI Money Coach: The Framework 08:55 Context: Understanding Your Financial Situation 12:09 Cues: Decision-Making Frameworks for AI 18:01 Clarity: Setting Boundaries for AI Interaction 29:56 Practical Steps to Create Your AI Money Coach35:46 The Future of AI in Personal Finance Resources: Join me and my mentor online to Learn more about the 3 Prompts Framework Here - Watch the 20 Minute Loom Real Time Video on This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. I only recommend what I truly believe in and have completed myself. 'It's Not About The Money' Take the Sign up to my Become a Reveal and Heal The Inherited Money Patterns Keeping You Stuck with the
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Why You Can't Earn More Than Your Parents Did
01/12/2026
Why You Can't Earn More Than Your Parents Did
Have you ever noticed that no matter how hard you work or how skilled you become, you seem to hit the same income ceiling over and over again? There's a fascinating concept in financial psychology called your financial set point - an unconscious income limit that most of us cap at roughly the same level our parents earned when we were growing up. When you try to exceed this invisible ceiling, your brain literally hits the emergency brake, triggering self-sabotage, guilt, or an overwhelming sense that you don't deserve more. I experienced this myself when my mum saw my bank statement showing over £50,000 in one month and I immediately downplayed it, feeling this deep shame about earning more easily than she ever did. Today, I'm unpacking why your childhood money environment is a stronger predictor of your financial success than your education or business skills, how unconscious loyalty patterns keep you stuck at your parents' income level, and the four essential steps to gradually expand your nervous system's capacity to hold more wealth - because breaking these patterns isn't just about you, it's about resetting the entire financial landscape for the next generation. Chapters 00:00 Understanding Financial Set Points 07:08 The Impact of Childhood on Financial Success 12:52 Identifying Signs of Financial Self-Sabotage 17:39 Breaking the Cycle of Financial Limitation24:48 Tools for Regulating Financial Anxiety Resources: 'It's Not About The Money' Take the Sign up to my Become a Reveal and Heal The Inherited Money Patterns Keeping You Stuck with the Check out Listen to and
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Why Financial Freedom Isn't What You Think
01/05/2026
Why Financial Freedom Isn't What You Think
What if the financial freedom you've been told is the one thing you should be focusing on - the independent, the self-sufficient, the doing it all for yourself - is actually the very thing that's been keeping you from the enriched abundant life you're perhaps seeking? On today's show, I want to talk about financial freedom, and it's so interesting that every single book in the personal finance space, including my own book "It's Not About the Money," refers to this topic as a very individual pursuit. I'm exploring why everything we've been taught about financial independence might actually be the very thing stopping us from creating a better life for ourselves and for others around us. Chapters 00:00 Rethinking Financial Freedom 02:35 The Balance of Masculine and Feminine in Money 05:42 Challenging Traditional Financial Paradigms 08:03 The Shift from Independence to Interdependence 10:47 Embracing Community and Collective Wealth 13:12 The Future of Financial Relationships 15:50 The Power of Asking for Help 18:24 Interdependence as a New Paradigm 21:15 Exploring New Financial Models 23:41 Invitation to Collective Action Resources: 'It's Not About The Money' Take the Sign up to my Become a Reveal and Heal The Inherited Money Patterns Keeping You Stuck with the Check out
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The Money Visioning Ritual For Goal Setting
12/29/2025
The Money Visioning Ritual For Goal Setting
Today, I'm sharing a practice that has supported me so much I can't even begin to tell you - one that allows for more flow, more ease, and some wiggle room for change. Traditional goal setting attaches your worthiness to a specific outcome, which means your whole body and nervous system code the entire process as a task you're measured against. If you fear failure, setting a goal activates fear instantly and your body goes into contraction. If you fear success - what happens if I actually achieve this? - you unconsciously self-sabotage. Instead, I'm sharing my four-step money visioning ritual that honours the season you're in, brings all parts of yourself along for the journey, and creates a future so exciting and inspiring that you'll want to follow it rather than feeling like you have to push yourself into rigid frameworks. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Goal Setting Challenges 03:02 The Money Visioning Process 10:47 Creating an Expansive State for Visioning 16:38 Understanding Your Current Season 29:33 Welcoming All Parts of Yourself 39:03 Vividly Embodying Your Vision43:14 Conclusion and Invitation to Action Resources: 'It's Not About The Money' Take the Sign up to my Become a Reveal and Heal the Inherited Money Patterns Keeping You Stuck with the Check out Want to Discover
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Make Money STICK: 7 Somatic Resets
12/22/2025
Make Money STICK: 7 Somatic Resets
Is there this part of you that genuinely wants more, but another part of you that's pushing money away? What I'm about to share in today's episode might actually come as a bit of a relief - your money struggles aren't necessarily about what you know or what you don't know, and they're not even really just about what you think or what you believe. I've been able to bottle it all down to seven somatic resets, seven states of being that live in your body, seven ways that your body has essentially learnt to relate to money. I know this because I've lived all seven of them, even with my qualifications as a financial adviser, even whilst sitting across from clients helping them plan and invest their money. I still felt that familiar sensation of stress, tightness in my chest, not believing I was worthy of having money, and that sense that no matter what I did, I couldn't keep hold of it. Today, I'm walking you through all seven of these states - from separation to wholeness, scarcity to sufficiency, independence to interdependence, transactional to relational, forcing to allowing, fear to love, and forever to seasons - what they actually feel like in your body, why they keep you in these patterns, and the very specific invitation that's going to support you in shifting your relationship with money for good. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Somatic Financial Coaching 02:38 Understanding the Seven States of Being 03:03 State of Separation: Feeling Disconnected from Money 06:07 State of Scarcity: The Illusion of Lack 11:34 State of Independence: The Burden of Self-Reliance 16:57 State of Transaction: Moving to Relationship with Money 21:00 State of Forcing: Transitioning to Allowing 26:08 State of Fear: Embracing Love as a State of Being 31:42 State of Forever: Recognizing Natural Cycles 39:44 Conclusion: Embracing Change and Transformation Resources: 'It's Not About The Money' Take the Sign up to my Become a Reveal and Heal the Inherited Money Patterns Keeping You Stuck with the Check out
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Money Myth: More Money Will Solve Your Money Problems
12/15/2025
Money Myth: More Money Will Solve Your Money Problems
How much more money would you need to earn to stop worrying about money? Is it £10,000 more, £20,000, £50,000? I've worked with many clients earning six figures, people who have millions in their bank account, who lie awake at night with the same money anxiety. The myth that more money will solve all of your money problems may be the myth that's keeping you broke - not because you're not earning enough, but because you're chasing a target that never stops moving. Let me tell you about when I finally earned "enough" - I'd spent years convinced that the next pay rise would create certainty and financial stability. When I hit that number at 32, here's what happened: absolutely nothing. The financial anxiety was still there, the hypervigilance around checking my bank balance was still there, and that's when I realised it wasn't an income problem - I had a safety problem. Today, I'm breaking down why this myth is so destructive, how lifestyle creep and attachment patterns scale with your income, and the four practical steps to build genuine safety with money at any income level, because true wealth isn't about your bank balance - it's about healing your relationship with yourself. Chapters 00:00 The Myth of Money Anxiety 03:12 Understanding Financial Anxiety 08:17 The Destructive Patterns of Money Myths 12:58 Attachment Styles and Money 18:14 The Concept of Abundance 22:01 Building a Healthy Relationship with Money Resources: 'It's Not About The Money' Take the Sign up to my Become a Reveal and Heal The Inherited Money Patterns Keeping You Stuck with the
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The Millionaire Mindset Myth: Can You Get Rich Without One?
12/08/2025
The Millionaire Mindset Myth: Can You Get Rich Without One?
How many times have you been told that your money problems are just a mindset issue? That if you're not wealthy yet, it's just because you've got money blocks or you're not aligned? Well, what if I told you that's actually emotional gaslighting designed to keep you blaming yourself instead of seeing the real problems? Welcome to the second episode in my Money Myths series where I'm busting the myths and beliefs that keep you stuck. Today, we're unpacking the myth that says you have to have a millionaire mindset to become wealthy. Now, I talk a lot about mindset - it is incredibly important - but it's not the only thing you need to become a millionaire. This belief glosses over systemic barriers like the gender pay gap, racial discrimination, caring responsibilities, and disability factors that affect your ability to build wealth. It completely bypasses money trauma and shames people for not being positive enough, creating toxic positivity that disconnects you from your actual lived experience. Instead of vision boards and affirmations, I'm sharing why we need to feel safe and grounded with money first, plus four practical steps to build genuine financial resilience that acknowledge both your internal patterns and the external systems working against you. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Money Myths 02:56 The Millionaire Mindset Myth 05:47 Systemic Barriers to Wealth 09:02 The Impact of Money Trauma 11:57 Financial Education and Access 14:47 Collective Responsibility and Change 18:11 Emotional Responses to Money 20:54 Practical Steps for Financial Safety 24:04 The Importance of Reality in Financial Conversations 27:12 Conclusion and Call to Action Resources: 'It's Not About The Money' Take the Sign up to my Become a Check out other episodes focusing on Money Trauma:
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Budget Myth: Do You Need One to Stop Overspending?
12/01/2025
Budget Myth: Do You Need One to Stop Overspending?
Is getting better with money on your resolution list again this year? Maybe you've already downloaded a budgeting app, promised yourself you're going to track every penny, or sworn that this is the year you finally get it together. Well, here's what no one actually tells you - budgets don't work. If they actually did work, you wouldn't need to keep making the same resolution year after year. Welcome to the first episode in my Money Myths series, where I'm busting the myths and beliefs that keep you stuck and stressed. Today, we're tackling one of the most persistent money myths: "I just need a strict budget to stop overspending." Let me tell you as a recovered emotional overspender, this does not work. Budgets are built on willpower and they ignore the real reasons we overspend - they can actually trigger a response to restriction, create money shame when we don't stick to them, and treat the behaviour of spending rather than how you feel in that moment before you spend. Instead, I'm sharing why a values-based approach works when traditional budgeting fails, plus practical tips for neurodivergent money management and permission to align your spending with what actually matters to you. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Money Myths 02:48 The Budgeting Myth: Why Budgets Fail 06:04 Reframing Financial Language 08:51 Emotional Spending and Impulse Control 12:13 Values-Based Spending Plans 15:02 Tracking Money Emotions 17:51 The Power of Permission in Financial Decisions Resources: 'It's Not About The Money' Take the Sign up to my Become a Check out other episodes focusing on ADHD:
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Space to Breathe: When Purpose Becomes More Valuable Than Money with Dr Becs Winterborn
11/24/2025
Space to Breathe: When Purpose Becomes More Valuable Than Money with Dr Becs Winterborn
What does it really take to walk away from a six-figure consultant surgeon salary? This week, I'm delighted to chat with Dr Bex Winterborn, who did exactly that after 25 years in the NHS. From experiencing PTSD after losing a colleague during surgery, to burnout during the pandemic, to that pivotal moment when she realised she was avoiding theatre lists - Bex shares her powerful journey of rediscovering purpose beyond the identity she'd held since she was seven years old. We explore the courage it takes to remove the armour and mask we wear in high-pressure careers, why embodying your next chapter before you leap is essential, and how coaching and parts work helped Bex recognise she was multifaceted beyond just being a doctor. If you're in a well-paid job but know there's something bigger calling you, this conversation about finding joy, setting boundaries, and understanding that it's absolutely okay to have different chapters in your life is going to really resonate with you. Chapters 00:00 The Journey of Transitioning from Surgeon to Coach 05:23 Rediscovering Identity and Purpose 10:17 Understanding Parts Work and Its Impact 15:13 Navigating Financial Concerns During Transition 19:20 Breaking Down Hierarchies in Healthcare 24:16 The Power of Language in Transformation 27:44 Embracing Change and Supporting Others Resources: 'It's Not About The Money' Take the Sign up to my Become a with Dr Winterborn Take Becs’
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Breaking Money Cycles: When Breaking Money Cycles Means Breaking Relationships
11/17/2025
Breaking Money Cycles: When Breaking Money Cycles Means Breaking Relationships
I lost one really deep friendship when I started changing my relationship with money - not because I became a different person or got arrogant, but because I stopped being who they needed me to be. What nobody talks about when breaking money cycles is that sometimes the people closest to you have the most invested in keeping you exactly where you are. This is the conversation I've been avoiding since we started this series because it's messy, it's painful, and it doesn't have a tidy solution. But if you've been setting boundaries and healing your relationship with money, you've probably already felt it - that shift, that distance, that uncomfortable realisation that your growth is threatening to some people. Today, I'm talking about the hidden cost of financial healing that nobody really warns you about, the five relationship patterns that can't survive your evolution with money, and the actual conversation scripts you need when relationships begin to shift. Chapters 00:00 The Cost of Financial Healing 02:47 Navigating Relationship Changes 06:11 Identifying Relationship Patterns 11:52 The Impact of Family Dynamics 17:55 Understanding Friendship Dynamics 24:01 Recognizing Growth and Grief 29:51 Effective Communication Strategies36:00 Embracing Change and New Relationships Resources: 'It's Not About The Money' Take the Sign up to my Become a Get my FREE for Coaches. Take the Download more resources at Check out by Elizabeth Day
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Breaking Money Cycles: Why You Can't Stop Putting Others First With Money
11/10/2025
Breaking Money Cycles: Why You Can't Stop Putting Others First With Money
What would happen if you stopped holding all the responsibility with money? If you weren't the rescuer or the provider, the generous one - would people still value you and would you still matter? That may sound like a rather odd question, but right now there are thousands of people searching terms like "Why do I always put others first with money?" and "How do I stop feeling guilty spending money on myself?" because so many of us are trapped in what I refer to as the caretaker money cycle, where your mind and your body have literally learnt that giving money away equals safety, love, and worthiness. And that programming is essentially bankrupting your future. Whether you're a business owner who's paying everybody else's salary before your own, a mother funding your adult children's lives whilst living on scraps, a partner who ignores your own needs to keep the peace, or perhaps somebody supporting an aged parent at the expense of your own retirement - the scenario changes, but the pattern is the same. Today, I'm going to show you why financial caretaker exhaustion isn't about being generous, and I'm going to give you an emotional toolkit exercise to help you break free from these cycles, along with some practical steps as well. Chapters 00:00 Breaking the Caretaker Money Cycle 14:09 Understanding Financial Responsibility and Identity 22:17 Practical Steps to Break Free 40:04 Emotional Financial Freedom Resources: 'It's Not About The Money' Take the Sign up to my Become a Get my FREE for Coaches. Take the Download more resources at
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Breaking Money Cycles: Debt, Shame and Forgiveness
11/03/2025
Breaking Money Cycles: Debt, Shame and Forgiveness
If money has been feeling rather heavy for you recently, or maybe you're waking up in the middle of the night worrying about money, I want you to first of all know that you are not alone and there is absolutely nothing wrong with you if you have debts. This episode is specifically about debt and shame, and I'm going to be sharing what happened for me when I was in £35,000 of debt - a story I've rarely told publicly because of the deep shame I carried around it for years. The truth is, debt isn't just about the numbers on a statement; it's about the weight of secrecy, the fear of judgement, and the exhausting cycle of hiding your financial reality whilst trying to maintain a successful exterior. Today, I'm pulling back the curtain on my own debt journey, why shame keeps us trapped in destructive patterns, and the exact steps that helped me break free - not just from the debt itself, but from the suffocating belief that owing money meant I was fundamentally broken. Chapters 00:00 Understanding Debt and Shame 10:24 The Emotional Side of Money 15:07 Practical Strategies for Debt Management 24:30 Combining Emotional Healing with Financial Strategies Debt helplines - **StepChange:** 0800 138 1111 - **National Debtline:** 0808 808 4000 - **Citizens Advice:** 0800 144 8848 If you're dealing with ADHD, depression, or anxiety affecting your money behaviours - **get mental health support:** - **Samaritans:** 116 123 (24/7) - **ADHD UK:** adhduk.co.uk - **Mind:** 0300 123 3393 Resources: 'It's Not About The Money' Take the Sign up to my Become a Get my FREE for Coaches. Take the Download more resources at Listen to previous podcast episode
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