Radio Headspace Breaking Free from Financial Shame — with Lindsay Bryan-Podvin
Jul 8, 2025
Lindsay Bryan-Podvin, a financial therapist and engaging speaker, dives into the hidden world of financial shame. She explores how this common emotion can sabotage our financial well-being and draws clear distinctions between guilt and shame. Lindsay shares practical strategies for overcoming financial shame, advocating for open money discussions and boosting financial literacy. With her insights, listeners can learn to create healthier financial habits and build a supportive mindset around money.
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Difference Between Guilt and Shame
- Guilt is feeling I made a mistake; shame is feeling I am a mistake.
- This internal shame makes people feel inherently bad about their financial habits.
Financial Shame Workshop Impact
- Lindsay experienced financial shame from overspending and feeling dumb about taxes.
- Her workshops showed people they were not alone in feeling financial shame, easing secrecy and judgment.
Shame Feeds on Silence & Judgment
- Secrecy, silence, and judgment worsen financial shame.
- Open, compassionate conversations about money reduce shame and promote healthier habits.