Healthy Rich podcast Mindfulness practices to overcome money shame and stress
Apr 17, 2025
Cristy de la Cruz, a mental fitness coach and host of the Somatic Wisdom Podcast, shares her insights on overcoming money shame and stress. She discusses the importance of mindfulness practices in managing financial anxiety. Cristy emphasizes recognizing systemic inequalities and encourages listeners to detach their self-worth from financial situations. By practicing self-compassion and setting achievable goals, individuals can cultivate a healthier relationship with money. Tune in for valuable strategies to transform your financial mindset!
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Manage Money Shame Somatically
- Acknowledge shame around money is common and socially imposed.
- Locate shame feelings in your body and allow them to move through with deep breaths.
Debt Is Systemic, Not Personal
- Debt and reckless spending often stem from systemic design, not personal failure.
- Removing self-blame helps loosen shame and see broader causes.
Start Small to Beat Overwhelm
- Identify and acknowledge your inner critic as a saboteur voice.
- Start with very small financial steps and reward yourself to build positive momentum.
