UnF*ck Your Brain: Feminist Self-Help for Everyone 460. How to Get Your Financial Footing in Crazy Times: A Conversation with Tori Dunlap
Jan 22, 2026
Tori Dunlap, a money expert and founder of Her First 100K, discusses the challenges women face regarding financial agency. She explores how systemic barriers create feelings of scarcity and anxiety around money. Tori emphasizes the importance of financial education as a tool for empowerment and autonomy. They tackle topics like money guilt, the emotional roots of financial avoidance, and the need for women to redefine what 'enough' means. Tune in for insights on using money as a tool, not a cure, and the political power of financial literacy.
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Scarcity Often Reflects Systemic Forces
- Much of financial scarcity is caused by systemic forces, not personal failure.
- Acknowledge external barriers to reduce self-blame and move forward.
News Fuels Financial Anxiety
- Media volatility and constant news spikes increase financial anxiety.
- Recognize news is designed for clicks, not emotional stability.
Fear Around Money Is Often Trauma
- Scarcity mode is more about trauma and beliefs than actual dollars.
- Money can fail to make you feel safe when underlying wounds remain unaddressed.
