Megan McCoy

Marriage and family psychologist Megan McCoy discusses the lasting impact of financial trauma on mental health and relationships. The podcast explores coping strategies, redefining money mindset, navigating financial infidelity, managing debt, and seeking guidance to overcome financial trauma.

Financial therapist Megan McCoy answers burning financial questions in this episode, including navigating financial differences with friends, talking to avoidant partners about money plans, making big career decisions, and learning how to curb spending. The episode dives into research studies on happiness from spending money on others, making life decisions, and the impact of money on happiness.

Therapist Megan McCoy discusses the impact of money on mental health. The podcast explores the rise of guns in America post-Columbine, highlighting increased accessibility and the frequency of school shootings. The episode also covers breakdancing's inclusion in the Olympics for the first time.

Megan McCoy, an expert in financial therapy and Assistant Professor at Kansas State University, dives into the psychological side of money. She discusses how childhood experiences with money shape our current behaviors and the concept of generational financial trauma. Megan highlights the importance of separating self-worth from financial status and offers practical tips for managing debt and enhancing financial literacy. Listeners will learn how spending on others can boost happiness and why embracing small financial steps can lead to greater emotional well-being.

Bill Mann, a Senior Analyst at Motley Fool, shares insights on the potential acquisition of Zoom Video while analyzing recent leadership changes at Disney and the impressive comeback of Best Buy. Megan McCoy, a Professor specializing in financial therapy, delves into the complexities of discussing money within families, particularly during the holiday season. Together, they explore how effective communication, empathy, and financial planning can enhance relationships and boost resilience amid economic challenges.