What if making more money isn’t the answer to your financial struggles?

In this episode, I chat with Germaine Foley, money coach and creator of the Do Both Method, to explore the emotional and psychological side of money management—especially for women.

They discuss why so many successful women still feel like they’re failing with money, how emotional spending and perfectionism sabotage financial success, and why you don’t have to choose between building wealth and enjoying life.

Germaine shares her personal journey from being over $200,000 in debt to achieving financial freedom, and how she helps women balance financial responsibility and joy. If you’ve ever felt guilty about money, stuck in cycles of avoidance, or overwhelmed by financial pressure, this episode is for you.

What You’ll Learn:

Why emotional spending keeps women stuck—even high earners
How to break free from money shame and perfectionism
Why budgeting alone won’t fix financial stress
The key to building wealth without sacrificing joy
How intentional spending can change your money story

Resources & Links:

Order Shannah’s book, Unraveling Your Relationship with Money: https://www.unravelmoneybook.com
Learn more about Germaine Foley and her work: https://www.germainefoley.com
Sign up for Germaine’s free workshop, How to Build Wealth Without Going on a Strict Budget: https://www.germainefoley.com/wealthclass
Follow Shannah on Instagram: @shannahgame

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