Plenty with Kate Northrup

What if dissolving shame is the missing step between you and real financial momentum?In this solo episode of Plenty, Kate unpacks the tight grip of debt shame and financial secrecy—and why hiding from the numbers stalls your progress far more than the numbers themselves. She reframes debt as “invoices for blessings already received” and makes the critical distinction between high-interest consumer debt and debt that makes you money (the positive “spread” when your return outpaces your interest). You’ll also hear why all-or-nothing thinking is a nervous-system red flag, and how telling someone safe is often the first step to clarity and action.We cover: releasing shame by bringing things into the light, building capacity to “do the math,” and seeing nuanced opportunities—so you can either dissolve unhelpful debt or strategically leverage it for wealth.Listen now to discover: ✨ Why shame halts financial progress—and how sharing it sets you free ✨ “Invoices for blessings already received” as a practical reframe for debt ✨ The difference between consumer debt and return-producing leverage (the spread) ✨ How dysregulation fuels avoidant money habits—and what to do instead ✨ A simple truth-telling step: tell someone safe and start looking at the numbers“I call debt invoices for blessings already received.” — Kate Northrup🎤 Let’s Dive into the Good Stuff on Plenty 🎤00:00 Why debt shame keeps you stuck; welcoming honesty and light00:27 Show intro: money, time, energy, and a life of plenty01:27 Debt, secrecy, and why shame halts financial progress02:22 Tell the truth (to someone safe); vulnerability has to be earned03:12 Debt ≠ bad: using credit as a wealth-building tool when appropriate04:09 Credit, solvency, and why “no credit” can limit leverage06:03 “Invoices for blessings already received” (student loans, credit cards, mortgages)06:40 Beware false binaries; nuance requires a regulated nervous system07:12 The spread: borrowing at 4% to earn 100%—a positive use of debt09:32 High-interest consumer debt vs. productive debt (don’t pay 20% APR)11:05 Normalizing the month-to-month “float” in real businesses13:48 From credit-card debt to 8-figure growth: dissolving shame to act15:11 When fear blocks math: build capacity, then choose the smart move16:22 Two actions: tell someone safe; start doing something about it17:19 Seeing you may have been smarter than you thought (the numbers help)18:19 Learn the lesson, integrate it, and change the pattern19:36 Any past decision can become wealth once shame’s story is droppedLinks and Resources:Brené BrownRelaxed Money✨ The Money Reset: Feel Good with Money—No Matter How Much You MakeMaking more money doesn’t guarantee financial ease… but this will. The Money Reset is a free audio experience designed to help you rewire your nervous system for wealth—so managing money feels effortless.Inside, you’ll learn how to: 💡 Break the “money in, money out” cycle and create lasting stability 🎯 Relax into a new relationship with money—where structure meets flow ✨ Use the 5-Minute Calm Cashflow Ritual to bring instant clarity to your financesMore money won’t solve money stress—a resourced, supple nervous system will. Ready to shift? 👉 Get The Money Reset now! 👈

What if healing the masculine is the key to deeper love, better health, and a more peaceful world?In this powerful episode of Plenty, I sit down with Dr. Brad Jacobs, an integrative precision medicine doctor and thought leader who bridges Western science, Eastern wisdom, and emotional intelligence. Together, we explore what it really looks like to heal father wounds, move beyond toxic masculinity, and find balance between strength and softness—both within men and in our relationships with them.We talk about Brad’s personal journey from reactivity and anger to grounded emotional presence—a transformation that reshaped how he parents, partners, and practices medicine. You’ll hear how he learned to hold boundaries without shutting down, create safety without control, and embody a new model of masculine leadership rooted in awareness, humility, and heart. We also dive into how our emotional patterns influence our health, the importance of processing anger and stress through the body (not just the mind), and what happens when we offer ourselves—and our partners—compassion instead of judgment. Brad shares how practices like Hakomi therapy, mindfulness, and even simple breath awareness can help us release inherited emotional “sludge” and build resilience from the inside out.Whether you’re navigating your own relationship dynamics, raising emotionally intelligent kids, or simply curious about how to create more presence and connection in your life, this conversation offers both science and soul.Together, we explore what it means to integrate—to honor the full spectrum of who we are—so that healing the masculine becomes part of healing all of us. 💛Listen now to discover:✨ What “healing the masculine” really means and how it impacts your relationships✨ The link between emotional regulation, nervous system health, and longevity✨ Simple practices to help you pause reactivity and return to grounded presence✨ How to support the men you love in reconnecting to their emotional selves“I realized I don’t have to match someone else’s emotional storm. I can hold the line with love and let them move through it —that’s real strength.” –Dr. Brad Jacobs🎤 Let’s Dive into the Good Stuff on Plenty 🎤00:30 Introduction to Emotional Responses02:16 Introduction to Precision Medicine04:49 Martial Arts and Health Perspectives08:34 Managing Emotions and Agency11:15 Personal Stories of Anger and Control13:44 Transitioning from Reactivity to Stability17:40 Inviting Honest Feedback22:29 Understanding Emotional Regulation26:53 The Role of Past Experiences in Healing28:19 Hokomi Psychotherapy Explained30:48 Transformation Through Peak Experiences44:10 Supporting Partners in Personal GrowthLinks and Resources:Blue Wave MedicineInstitute for the Future The Hakomi InstituteEight Dates: Essential Conversations for a Lifetime of Love, Gottman Connect with Dr. Brad Jacobs:WebsiteInstagramFacebook✨ The Money Reset: Feel Good with Money—No Matter How Much You MakeMaking more money doesn’t guarantee financial ease… but this will. The Money Reset is a free audio experience designed to help you rewire your nervous system for wealth—so managing money feels effortless. 🎧💸Inside, you’ll learn how to:💡 Break the ‘money in, money out’ cycle and create lasting stability.🎯 Relax into a new relationship with money—where structure meets flow.✨ Use the 5-Minute Calm Cashflow Ritual to bring instant clarity to your finances.More money won’t solve money stress—a resourced, supple nervous system will. Ready to shift? 👉 Get The Money Reset Now! 👈

Have you ever felt like you’ve done everything right—all the mindset work, all the strategy, all the “manifestation” tools—and yet, your life still isn’t matching what you desire?I know how frustrating that can feel. In this episode, I’m diving deep into the hidden reasons why your outer world might not be shifting, even though you’ve been showing up and doing the work.I walk you through three often-overlooked layers that can keep us stuck in repeating patterns—and how to gently start releasing them so you can finally experience real change:💫 Nervous system repatterning: How our bodies can unconsciously “reset” us back to old comfort zones, and why feeling safe in expansion is key to sustaining success.💫 Secondary gain: The subtle ways we might benefit from not getting what we want (and how to lovingly explore those patterns without shame).💫 Radical approval: Why disapproving of “what is” keeps us trapped—and how genuine acceptance can become the fastest way to create the life you’ve been longing for.You’ll leave this conversation feeling grounded, supported, and equipped with practical tools you can use today—like my favorite simple nervous system exercise that can help you shift your energy in under a minute.Because the truth is, the moment you stop waiting for life to be perfect and start approving of what is, you’ve already changed everything. 🌿🎧 Tune in now, and let’s explore how to align your body, mind, and energy with the abundance that’s already within reach.👉 katenorthrup.com/reset — Download The Money Reset, my free guided experience to rewire your nervous system for wealth and calm your relationship with money.“The fastest way to get what you want is to approve of the way things are right now.”–Kate Northrup🎤 Let’s Dive into the Good Stuff on Plenty 🎤00:00 Introduction to Abundance and Life's Finite Nature00:37 Frustrations in Personal Growth and Change01:06 Understanding Secondary Gain in Personal Experiences02:20 Neural Patterning and Its Impact on Health08:04 Exploring Financial Avoidance and Secondary Gain10:10 Fear of Success and Its Implications12:26 The Importance of Approval in Life14:29 Transforming Disapproval into Approval19:30 Key Takeaways for Personal TransformationLinks and Resources:Mama GenaLoving What Is, By Byron KatieWhat if you could witness a story as it’s being born — before it’s polished, before it’s perfect, before the world sees it?I’ve spent the past few years teaching, writing, and learning alongside thousands of women about how to live and work in a way that honors our bodies, our energy, and our truth. But this next chapter — both in life and in creativity — is something entirely new.I’m inviting you into the room while the story is unfolding.✨ Introducing The Inside Reader — an intimate, creative experience where you’ll join me as I write my next book, a narrative nonfiction about women, money, and the body.Instead of waiting two years for the finished book, you’ll walk with me through the process itself — the messy middle, the sacred pauses, and the moments of breakthrough that shape what’s to come.When you step inside, you’ll receive:📖 Unfiltered early chapters as I write them🎙 Live Zoom circles every few weeks to explore meaning and process💬 A private space for conversation and reflection✨ The chance for your story or insight to shape the book itself (with your permission)This isn’t a course or a program. It’s a living, breathing creative relationship — between you, me, and the work that’s ready to be born.You’ll not only witness a book coming to life, but also awaken something in yourself: your creative rhythm, your voice, your connection to your body and money.If you’ve ever longed to be part of something real — not just the highlight reel — this is your invitation to pull up a chair by the fire and help midwife what’s next.💫 Join me inside. The story’s just beginning.👉 Learn more at katenorthrup.com/the-inside-reader Related Episode:Healing Money Regret, Anxiety, and Physical Pain Through Neurosomatic Intelligence with Elisabeth Kristof (085)

In this insightful conversation, Amanda Goetz, founder and author of Toxic Grit, explores healing from the hustle culture while maintaining ambition. She discusses her journey of self-recovery after divorce and business challenges, introducing her framework of 10 inner characters to balance roles. Amanda advocates for setting clear boundaries, utilizing sacred rest, and embracing pleasure as a source of power. Additionally, she opens up about her bisexuality, how it reshaped her identity, and the actionable lessons from her book, guiding listeners toward sustainable success.

Setting time-bound goals can often lead to anxiety and stress, a realization that sparked a transformative journey. Instead of focusing on deadlines, the conversation emphasizes creating resonant goals aligned with personal values. Removing the pressure of a timeline opened up new possibilities, leading to a surprisingly successful launch. The emphasis shifts to enjoying the journey rather than fixating on the destination, encouraging listeners to detach from rigid outcomes and embrace a more abundant mindset.

Monica Yates, an author and podcast host, dives into her transformative journey of being a high-earning woman. She shares candid insights about regaining her period through embracing her feminine side, highlighting the challenges of balancing breadwinning with vulnerability. Monica discusses the dynamics of polarity in relationships and offers practical advice for women navigating financial power while fostering connection. With her refreshing honesty, she explores the importance of nervous system healing and the joy of allowing oneself to receive.

Feeling abundant while surrounded by scarcity? You're not alone! Discover how your circle influences your prosperity and learn powerful practices to protect your energy. Explore the concept of the 'belonging tax'—the tendency to downplay your success—and celebrate your wins without guilt. Gain strategies to find supportive communities and set healthy boundaries with negativity. Remember, your growth creates space for others to rise alongside you, turning abundance into a shared journey!

In this engaging conversation, Dr. Sara Gottfried Szal, a women's health physician and bestselling author, dives deep into the intricacies of women's health and vitality. She highlights the importance of nervous system regulation and embracing hormonal rhythms for true healing. Dr. Szal discusses strategies for advocating for oneself in medical settings and shares insights on preparing for menopause and maintaining egg health. The episode emphasizes the power of pleasure, embodiment, and boundaries in reclaiming agency over our health journeys.

Discover how to align your time, energy, and goals by doing less with intention. Learn the 'crowd it out' method to prioritize important tasks while setting boundaries like no Monday meetings and limited Zoom calls. Delve into the 80/20 rule for focusing on high-impact work, and explore how seasonal rhythms can guide your productivity. Hear about tracking both metrics and life-force energy to avoid burnout. Embrace personal priorities by planning around family commitments first, ensuring a balanced approach to life and work.

What if the bravest way to grow your life is to burn down the business that's "working"?In this episode, I sit down with my friend Samantha Skelly, founder of Pause Breathwork, to explore her holy-disruptive moment of closing a wildly successful, multi-seven-figure emotional eating company overnight. Following a crystal-clear divine directive, she rebuilt her work around breath as a path to healing and leadership. We dive into the fireworks-in-the-sky signs, middle-of-the-night downloads, and the day she literally hit "cancel" on recurring revenue to honor her soul's assignment.You'll hear us explore:The science and soul of breathwork — How it shifts the body through the amygdala and vagus nerve, creating an 8-minute doorway into altered states, and why gentle, trauma-informed facilitation is essentialRunning a company the feminine way — Embracing spaciousness, cyclical leadership, and building profits without self-betrayalLessons from a year that "built" her — Developing discernment with team dynamics, keeping the main thing the main thing, and choosing depth over novelty for true masteryCreating a sustainable daily breath practice — including how to adapt your practice during tender seasons like pregnancyIf you're feeling the nudge to pivot—or simply to soften how you work—this conversation offers both permission and practice. Press play, breathe with us, and let your next chapter arrive with more ease, truth, and plenty.“We only overthink because we under breathe.” –Samantha Skelly 🎤 Let’s Dive into the Good Stuff on Plenty 🎤00:26 Samantha Skelly's Journey02:13 Connection and Generosity04:14 Transition from Emotional Eating05:42 Paths to Sobriety and Healing08:01 Financial Stewardship12:11 Finding Breathwork16:04 Breathwork and Self-Love19:53 Letting Go of the Past21:28 Navigating Change26:53 Breathwork and the Nervous System36:09 Feminine Leadership in Business41:04 Somatic Work in Business44:21 The Importance of Discernment47:59 ​​The Power of Consistency52:19 Conclusion and Future DirectionsConnect with Samantha Skelly:InstagramPause Breath WorkPause Breath Work App ✨ Effortless Skincare That Actually Works ✨I have something to share that's been truly transformative in my daily routine. You know I'm always looking for ways to boost productivity while nurturing my well-being—and Gloci has delivered on both fronts.Gloci is an incredible drinkable skincare line that makes caring for your skin effortless and impactful. It's like having a skincare specialist that fits right in your pocket. I love how easily it integrates into my schedule while giving my skin a healthy glow—all with so much less hassle.If you're ready to bring more ease into your skincare routine, I highly recommend checking out Gloci. It's been such a positive addition to my life, and I know you'll love it too. Just head over to katenorthrup.com/gloci and see for yourself.