Feel and Act Money

Episode 4: Building Your Financial Safety Net


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In this episode of the Feel and Act Money podcast we, your hosts Maria Lasprilla and Danusia Cerqueira, along with our first special guest, Shannon Kiprich, explore the concept of a safety net for expats.

We discuss the emotional, spiritual, and cultural aspects of money management, emphasizing the importance of community support and personal empowerment. The conversation delves into practical steps for building a safety net, the impact of relationships on financial decisions, and the need to break limiting beliefs around money.

If you want to go deeper, we will be hosting an in-person Masterclass on this topic of Building a Money Safety Net. The event will be hosted in the Co-Working Space Foreigners Help and it will take place on Wednesday 4 of February, 2026 at 17:30.

The Event Facebook page has more details and if you feel decisive you can go straight to this link to buy your ticket.

For any questions, send us an email to feelandactmoney [at] gmail.com or contact us in our Instagram accounts: Maria, Danusia and Shannon.

Wealthily,

Maria, Danusia & Shannon.

Episode Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Feel and Act Money Podcast

03:03 Understanding the Safety Net

06:08 The Emotional and Spiritual Aspects of Money

09:01 Cultural Perspectives on Safety Nets

12:05 Practical Steps to Build a Safety Net

14:52 The Role of Relationships in Financial Decisions

18:03 Navigating Money Conversations in Couples

20:56 The Importance of Self-Awareness in Financial Management

29:57 The Importance of Reflection in Financial Decisions

31:49 Understanding the Balance Between Saving and Enjoying Life

34:47 The Role of Generosity in Financial Well-being

36:14 Navigating Information Overload in Financial Choices

38:04 Limiting Beliefs and the Expat Experience

42:19 Reconnecting with Humanity and Self in Financial Matters

45:10 Building a Safety Net: Step by Step

51:57 Identifying Cultural Ghosts in Financial Mindsets



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