320: Budget Burnout: Why You Can’t Stick to a Budget (And What to Do Instead) with Brie Sodano

Ever find yourself thinking “I should be better with money,” but you’re too tired to track one more thing or clip another coupon?

This episode is for you, friend. I’m joined by my long-time money mindset coach and financial strategist, Brie Sodano, and we’re pulling back the curtain on the real reason budgeting doesn’t work for so many smart, capable women.

Spoiler: it’s not about spreadsheets, it's about the mental load you’re already carrying. And no, it’s not your fault.

We’re diving into the patterns, habits, and “money bleeds” that quietly drain your bank account—and your energy. If you’ve ever opened your credit card bill and wondered, “Where did all our money go?” this episode will hit home in the best way.

Let’s shift the way you think about budgeting, spending, and what it really means to steward your money without shame or overwhelm.

🎧 Listen in and take the first step toward using your money with purpose—without the burnout.

💥 What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• Why traditional budgeting methods fail (and what actually works)
• What a “money bleed” is—and how to stop yours
• The 3 resources you need to manage wisely: time, energy, and money
• Why tracking spending isn't enough (and what to do instead)
• How habit blindness affects your bank account (hello, Amazon autopilot)
• Brie’s trick for saving money without giving up convenience or peace
• The real reason your budget isn't "working"—and it’s not what you think

🔗 Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

🎯 Find Your Bleed The best $40 I’ve ever spent. Brie’s self-paced course has saved me tens of thousands of dollars over the years—no shame, no spreadsheet overwhelm, just practical tools that work. 👉 Get the course: https://home.katyjoywells.com/fyb

📚 Read Brie’s Book: Cash Confident This book is packed with real-life tools for managing money as a modern woman (no finance jargon, no judgment). 💛 Available wherever books are sold.

📲 Follow Brie on Instagram Get more money wisdom and bite-sized tips: https://www.instagram.com/cashconfidentcommunity/

💬 Your Challenge This Week:

Take a peek at your last 30 days of transactions and look for your “money bleed.” It’s not always big purchases—it’s often the daily $20 that adds up without meaning or purpose. Don’t judge it. Just notice it. Awareness is the first step to freedom.

If this episode gave you an “aha” moment or helped you feel less alone in your money journey, would you share it with a friend or leave a review? Every share helps more women gain the clarity (and peace) they deserve.

You know what to do. Ready. Set. Simplify. 💛