Hello Monday with Jessi Hempel How to Set Financial Boundaries and Overcome Overspending with Financial Therapist Aja Evans
Dec 2, 2024
Aja Evans, a financial therapist and author of "Feel Good Finance," discusses how our childhood experiences shape our approach to money. She dives into the emotional connections many have with finances, emphasizing the importance of understanding your financial history. Aja shares strategies to manage overspending and tackle investment fears, particularly among high earners. She highlights the significance of open communication in partnerships and addresses the challenges faced by those supporting aging parents, providing insights on setting healthy financial boundaries.
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Jessi's Financial Flashpoint
- Jessi Hempel shares a childhood memory about her father's stress over a credit card bill.
- This instilled a sense of financial awareness and the importance of being attentive to money.
Money's Emotional Impact
- Money is inherently emotional, influenced by early experiences and others' emotions.
- Aja Evans highlights how childhood observations shape our understanding of money.
Wealth and Poverty Narratives
- Societal narratives around wealth and poverty are often flawed and judgmental.
- Aja Evans challenges these narratives and emphasizes the complexities of financial situations.