We’ve been told our money struggles are about “bad choices”: Didn’t save enough? Your fault Drowning in loans? Should’ve known better But what if the truth is simpler and harsher? What if the options were rigged from the start? In this week’s post, I’m breaking down how bad financial options (from student loans to credit traps) shaped the paths we were given, why shame keeps us stuck, and the strategies that actually expand your choices in 2025’s economy.

You’re not “bad” with money. You’re navigating a system that profits off your exhaustion. This post isn’t another budget tip. It’s a financial reset. One that shows you how to build a life while paying down debt, without guilt, burnout, or waiting to feel like you’ve earned rest. Because paying off debt shouldn’t feel like punishment and progress shouldn’t mean putting your life on pause.

If everything feels like an emergency, you’re not alone. That false sense of urgency isn’t just exhausting. It’s quietly draining your money, your energy, and your long-term vision. In this post, we break down what urgency culture is really costing you and how to shift from reaction to strategy without falling behind.

Most financial advice was never written with your life in mind. This post unpacks the real reasons women feel behind with money (hint: it’s not because we’re bad with it). From outdated systems to financial shame spirals, we're breaking down the truth behind financial anxiety and money stress and showing you how to rewrite the rules with strategy, clarity, and self-trust.

If you’ve ever felt “bad with money,” know this: self-sabotage is often survival in disguise. Those financial habits you beat yourself up over aren’t failures. They’re your nervous system’s way of getting you through. So, when money feels heavy, it’s not about budgeting harder. It’s about understanding what’s really underneath and giving yourself the compassion and clarity you deserve.

Money isn’t just about getting ahead. It’s about feeling aligned, supported, and clear while you build the life you want. If your goals feel heavy, disconnected, or out of step with your current season, this is your invitation to pause, reflect, and reconnect with your financial why. You’ll also get The Financial Reset Journal Page - a free guide to help you to turn clarity into calm, grounded financial actions you can actually stick with.

There’s a lot of talk about building wealth right now, but here’s something nobody’s glamorizing enough: building protection. In this economy where layoffs, price surges, and curveballs hit without warning, your emergency fund isn’t a luxury. It’s your peace of mind. Your backup plan. Your quiet power move. And if you’re thinking, “I don’t even know where to start”, I’ve got you covered. A free Emergency Fund Starter Kit is dropping this Sunday. Simple. Realistic. No fluff.

Catch-up investing - aka the investing gap - affects everything from retirement accounts, to net worth, and the ability to take financial risks with confidence. And with rising living costs, longer lifespans, and an unpredictable economy, it’s a gap women can no longer afford to ignore.

Financial curveballs give you a chance to pause, reassess, and rebuild in a way that aligns with the life you want - not what you had.

Recessions, inflation, and market fluctuations may be outside your control, but how you respond to them is entirely in your hands.

Women fall into a cycle of people-pleasing not because they lack financial discipline, but because saying no is harder than swiping a card.

Women are conditioned to play small when it comes to money, but charging your worth isn't about greed. It's about financial security.

Soft living is about creating a life of comfort, freedom, and financial security. It’s about indulging without sacrificing your future.

Financial red flags shake your confidence & security. Too often, women brush them off and "later" turns into years of financial instability.

Overspending isn’t just about money. It’s about emotions: stress, boredom, comparison, or that little voice whispering, I deserve this.

The 50/30/20 method isn’t about restriction. It's about finding balance between your financial future and living life to the fullest.

Micro-saving is the secret weapon that proves small, intentional changes in how you handle your money can lead to big rewards.

Smart splurging is a game-changing approach to spending that helps enjoy life’s luxuries without sacrificing money goals or peace of mind.

Money myths are deeply ingrained beliefs that have been passed down to women from society, culture and advice. And they're keeping us stuck.

Saying "no" to things that don’t serve you, makes room for more of what matters: your financial goals, self-care, and life on your terms.