Café with Monica

While we all know the holidays are supposed to be about connection and joy, it's not uncommon for many of us to feel immense pressure to buy so much stuff during the holiday season! Before you fall into the consumerism trap or the belief that you have to buy everyone gifts in order to showcase how much you love and care for that person, let's take a moment to pause first! What if we focus on what truly matters instead of overspending? My conversation with spending coach Paige Prichard is here and I know you are going to LOVE it as much as you loved our last conversation! Comment down below your biggest takeaway!   Watch the previous episode on impulsive shopping: https://youtu.be/x4uicmPwZTU?si=K_B30j-9tXA94DCF   // mentioned item/resources Connect with paige Instagram: @overcoming_overspending TikTok: @overcoming_overspending YouTube Channel The Money Love Podcast Free Masterclass: Why You Impulse Shop & How To Stop Work with Paige: Overcoming Overspending Membership     #holidayshopping #overspending #impulseshopping #consumerism #underconsumption #emotionalspending

In this episode of the Summer Reset Series, host Monica, a therapist and private practice owner, is joined by Danielle Hayden, CEO of Kickstart Accounting. Danielle shares her decade-long expertise in corporate and small business finance, focusing on empowering female entrepreneurs. Together, they dive deep into the essential financial numbers every business owner needs to know, how to leverage those numbers for strategic goal setting, and the importance of investing in healthy spending for increased profitability. They also discuss budgeting tactics, understanding financial metrics, and real-life client success stories to provide actionable insights for small business owners. Don't miss this in-depth conversation filled with practical advice and tools to help you conquer your business finances.   To connect with Danielle Hayden check out their website at https://kickstartaccountinginc.com/danielle-hayden/   Watch the video version on youtube: https://youtu.be/LAo6mWd9VKU

For those of you who don't know, I am extremely passionate about personal finance. In this summer reset episode, I'm sharing my journey to financial freedom, highlighting the emotional ties to money and its impact on mental health. I provide steps for assessing your current financial situation, including determining your net income, tracking expenses, and managing debt. I also discuss my budgeting approach, using tools like RocketMoney, setting financial goals, and preparing for emergencies. Additionally, I offer tips on trimming expenses and maximizing income while encouraging you to ask yourself critical financial questions and journal your thoughts. This episode is all about setting realistic financial goals and finding tools that support you along the way.   Mentioned resources: Rocket Money- https://rocketmoney.com/friend   You can also watch this episode on Youtube here: https://youtu.be/LieIYaF3RZU

Welcome back to our Summer Reset Series! Have you been feeling a bit low lately? Or maybe it feels like you haven't been prioritizing your mental health. You are not alone! The midway point of a year can be such a reflective time! It's so important to pause and reassess not only your goals but how you are taking care of yourself. Many of us can find ourselves being a bit harder on ourselves for not accomplishing (or even starting) goals we set at the beginning of the year. Therefore, I'm sharing strategies on how to conduct a mental health check-in as well as how to ensure you are giving yourself the care you deserve.   // mentioned item/resources Journal recommendations - https://youtu.be/9zmMHXMJctg?si=NJ6HlNHZNGiqx967 More mental health specific content- https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9mqtFJHoXTJYDG-2eVTehKNB5Y0U0mev&si=MtoQJmygj3v6IkXR

Are you ready to align your lifestyle with the natural rhythm of your body? Have you wondered how understanding your hormonal cycle can be the key to enhance wellbeing? I'm chatting with Berrion Berry, a woman's health coach and fertility awareness educator. Berry teaches modern women how to regulate their hormones, enhance their moods, sync their cycles, and how to heal yourself. If you are looking to live a happy, healthy and wholesome life, this conversation is for you!   To connect with Berri, follow her on Instagram, TikTok or Youtube!   Watch the video version of this conversation on youtube here: https://youtu.be/1eeH8aIAFSk

Welcome to the Summer Reset Series! Let's reset and realign our new years goals together this summer. If you’ve strayed from your intentions, now's the perfect time for a goal-setting refresh. I'll share strategies to reflect on your progress, reassess your goals, and make adjustments. Plus, I'll discuss the importance of daily routines and the power of community and accountability.   Mentioned items/resources: Peacefully productive planner-https://monicadenais.com/ppj Copilot fitness free trial-https://go.mycopilot.com/pOdRujEXfGPP

Are you ready to learn how to heal from your emotional trauma? In this episode, we're diving into the world of EMDR therapy. I'm chatting with licensed therapist Ciara Helm, who specializes in trauma and grief recovery using EMDR. She has helped countless individuals find healing and build resilience, and today she is going to answer all of our questions! Share this podcast with a friend or someone interested in learning more about this therapy practice!   To connect with Ciara follow them on Instagram or check out their website at https://www.hopefulheartcounseling.com/ You can watch the video version of this episode on youtube: https://youtu.be/kN00tJF5NsU

Why do some people experience panic attacks, an intense episode of anxiety, and others don't? I sat down with licensed mental health counselor and anxiety treatment specialist Justine Carino to get to the bottom of this. We're diving into everything you need to know about anxiety disorders, panic attacks, understanding triggers, and giving some tools, techniques and strategies to help you better cope with them. If this podcast episode helped provide some tangible tips, I'd love if you'd consider leaving a review! I'd love to hear your takeaways!   To connect with Justine follow them on Instagram or check out their website at https://www.carinocounseling.com/ Watch the video version on youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QQy7EoAQ8nY

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Do you feel like you're drowning in tasks and responsibilities? When you're overwhelmed, does it feel debilitating and paralyzing? Lastly, does it feel like when you're being productive, you're really only forcing yourself to do more!? You are not alone! In today's episode, I am giving you life changing tips on how to stop feeling overwhelmed and how to be your most productive self. Hit "play" if you're ready to learn some basic strategies that will revolutionize the way you show up daily!

Watch the youtube video: https://youtu.be/NKyQ7_Qh90Q

 

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Are you ready to take charge of your life? In this episode, we are going to tackle how to hold yourself accountable, how to stop holding yourself back, and how to stick to your own personal boundaries. If you've ever had a goal or desire that you've wanted to achieve but you just CAN'T stop self-sabotaging or holding yourself back from reaching said goal, this message is for you! I'll also be sharing some real life examples from my subscribers! Tune in, and let's break this cycle together!

Watch video episode on youtube: https://youtu.be/dy4aY2TkdLE