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Exploring Your Money Story
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In this special Mental Health Awareness Month episode, we dive deep into the emotional side of saving with financial therapist and planner Dr. Josh “JW” Harris. We explore how your emotions, past experiences, and family history shape your relationship with money. Understanding your personal “money story” can unlock real financial confidence.
Josh shares his personal journey, explains what financial therapy is, and offers practical tools to help listeners reflect on their financial narrative. From emotional spending to setting healthy financial boundaries, this episode is full of guidance for anyone looking to build a stronger emotional foundation for their financial goals.
In this episode, we cover:
What a money story is and why it matters
How emotions like anxiety, shame, and stress affect saving and spending
How to begin rewriting your financial narrative with simple, reflective tools
Why financial wellness and emotional wellness are closely connected
The role employers can play in supporting employee financial well-being
LINKS:
Financial Therapy Association (A directory of certified financial therapists)
America Saves Pledge: Take the pledge to start saving with support
America Saves Resource Center: Free tools, tips, and guides
Share Your Saver Story: Share your story to inspire others and receive a $50 gift card
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