Is Your Brain Blocking Your Financial Goals? (with Jessica Moorhouse) SB1636

Jan 27, 2025

Join Jessica Moorhouse, a financial counselor and author of "Everything But Money," as she dives into the emotional landscape of personal finance. She shares her journey through therapy, revealing how our relationships shape money habits and the impact of self-talk on financial decisions. Learn about the clever 'no-buy' list that helped one woman eliminate $34,000 in debt, and discover the power of gamifying financial goals to make saving fun. This engaging conversation offers valuable insights for anyone looking to improve their money mindset.

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ANECDOTE

New Year's Blues

Both Jessica Moorhouse and Joe Saul-Sehy experience a dip in mood around New Year's.
This feeling stems from reflecting on past shortcomings and facing the upcoming year's challenges.

INSIGHT

Relationship Impact

Unhealthy relationships can significantly impact one's financial well-being.
Evaluating and adjusting relationships can lead to greater financial confidence and success.

ANECDOTE

Rhea's Story

Jessica Moorhouse discusses her client "Rhea," who used spending to compensate for emotional needs.
This highlights how addressing deeper emotional issues is crucial for financial health.

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What’s really standing between you and your financial goals? In today’s mentor, Jessica Moorhouse—financial counselor, podcast host, and author of Everything But Money—joins Joe to dive into the mental and emotional side of managing money. Jessica shares her journey with therapy, how relationships shape our financial habits, and the role of self-talk in creating a healthier money mindset. Whether you’re feeling stuck or just want a fresh perspective, this interview offers practical tools to help you take control of your financial future.

In our headline segment, we explore the concept of a “no-buy” list—a clever strategy one woman used to pay off $34,000 in debt. Learn how gamifying financial goals can make saving more manageable—and even fun! Whether it’s cutting back on unnecessary spending or finding creative ways to save, this segment will inspire you to rethink how you approach your financial challenges.

Here’s what we cover today:

Saluting our troops—and wondering why Doug still doesn’t have a Navy Federal mug
Meet Jessica Moorhouse: Financial counselor, podcast host, and author of Everything But Money
Unlocking the connection between your money mindset and financial success with Jessica
How Jessica’s personal journey and therapy shaped her healthier money mindset
Unpacking how emotions and relationships impact financial habits
Understanding rational vs. irrational guilt—and how it affects your money decisions
Recognizing irrational guilt and why it’s critical to tackle it
Celebrating financial wins and overcoming the fear that holds you back
Jessica’s book Everything But Money—and why it’s a must-read for anyone improving their financial mindset
Sneak peek: What’s next on the More Money Podcast with Jessica Moorhouse
Doug’s historical trivia: Financial lessons from the past
Gamifying financial goals: Make saving and investing fun and rewarding
Real-life success stories: The No Buy Challenge and how it helped pay off $34,000 in debt
Join our community: Upcoming meetups and ways to get involved
Final thoughts and takeaways: Simple actions you can start today to improve your financial mindset

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