Healthy Wealthy Roots

Healthy Wealthy Roots episodes:

• 02.28.2022

  Announcement: Going Off Air

  Thank you for growing with Healthy Wealthy Roots and I hope to see you again soon. Follow the IG page to catch me in the Spring! *Dr. Traci is a licensed psychologist, specialized in child, adolescent, and family psychology. She is interested...

  
• 02.14.2022

  82. How Companies Get You to Buy

  Social psychology and marketing help companies convince you to spend money. I'll outline some of the psychological techniques brands and companies use. I'll also describe ways you can be a healthier consumer. *Dr. Traci is a licensed psychologist, specialized in child,...

  
• 01.31.2022

  81. Pandemic Mental Health Care for Parents

  Parents are having a particularly difficult time juggling their various roles during this pandemic, and it is taking a toll on their mental health. In this episode, I'll share some of the recent stats so you'll see you're not alone....

  
• 01.24.2022

  80. Having the Courage to Communicate

  Most people find it difficult to share their thoughts or feelings with others. It can be especially difficult to share with people closest to you. But those are the people who need to hear from you the most. In this...

  
• 01.17.2022

  79. Raising Kids Who Care

  On this episode, I’ll outline 10 tips to help foster your kids’ empathy. Caring and empathy are important traits that can be learned. Help the kids in your life become empathic people. The world could definitely use more kindness. Websites mentioned:...

  
• 01.10.2022

  78. Getting Your Money Right in 2022

  Don't just wish to have better finances this year! Actually create a plan and reward yourself along the way. In this episode, I outline all the ways you can improve your financial health over the year. Check out the Library...

  
• 01.03.2022

  77. Taking Care of You in 2022

  As we roll into a new year, I wanted to share with you ten ways you can take care of yourself. Here's to our physical, mental, and emotional health in 2022. *Dr. Traci is a licensed psychologist, specialized in child, adolescent,...

  
• 11.29.2021

  76. My Son Met His Donor Siblings

  This holiday weekend, my donor-conceived toddler son and I visited four of his donor siblings and their family for the first time. His siblings' mom was previously featured on the podcast, sharing her journey as a single mother by choice....

  
• 11.22.2021

  Handling Holiday Stress

  We've entered the holiday season as the year begins winding down. This can be a stressful, emotional time. I wanted to sit with you and share practical tips for getting through this period, mental health intact.  Resources mentioned on this episode...

  
• 11.08.2021

  My Thoughts on Medication for Mental Health

  One of the things I do often is listen to people who are apprehensive about taking medication and address their concerns. I wanted to share my take on medication, the potential pros and cons, as well as advice for anyone...

  
• 10.25.2021

  5 Steps to Take Your Money to the Next Level

  Once you understand the basics about personal finance, it's time to level up. I'll describe how to start with your dreams and goals, and then use practical steps to take your personal finances to the next level.  *Dr. Traci is a...

  
• 10.18.2021

  Protecting Your Decision to Be a Single Parent By Choice

  People are opinionated and often, choice parents are subjected to the opinions of others. This can make for awkward and even painful situations. How do you navigate having someone you love disagree with your choice? When do you explain, or...

  
• 10.11.2021

  Travel Hacking for Beginners

  You can travel for less or even nothing at all by travel hacking! This involves using various strategies to reduce the cost of your trips. I'll explain the basics of travel hacking and provide personal finance pointers to remember. Get...

  
• 10.04.2021

  Relaxation Techniques for "Control Freaks"

  If you like to live a predictable life, have been described as bossy/demanding/controlling, or struggle with unpredictability, this episode is for you. I’ll describe how the need for control is related to fear and anxiety. There are simple ways to...

  
• 09.27.2021

  Your Therapist: 15 Things You May Not Know

  There's a fascination about therapy and therapists. I think that's partly because therapists don't share much, if anything, about themselves. Also, the media has painted a picture of the profession that is definitely incomplete. In this episode, I'll share some...

  
• 09.20.2021

  Getting Over Your Fear of Investing

  There are several reasons I've heard for people's hesitance around investing. The big ones are not wanting to "lose" their money, not knowing how to invest, and not knowing what investing choices to make. Your feelings are valid. At the...

  
• 09.13.2021

  How I'm Getting Out of Debt by Budgeting

  Budgets have quite a reputation, however if you want to pay off debt, budgets can be really helpful. I don't think my debt payoff would have been as efficient without budgeting. I'll describe how I budget and how my zero-based...

  
• 09.06.2021

  Why I Picked My Kid's Donor

  Join me as I revisit my donor's profile for the first time in three years. If you are considering using a donor on your parenthood journey, my decision making may help. Ultimately, it came down to the fact that we...

  
• 08.23.2021

  Surviving Quarantine as a Single Parent by Choice

  As the pandemic continues raging on, I wanted to share what worked for me when my toddler son and I recently quarantined at home for two weeks. What helped most was mentally focusing on getting through half a day at...

  
• 08.16.2021

  The Pursuit of Financial Independence: Year One

  I'm sharing my thoughts, successes, and tips after my first year in the financial independence retire early (FIRE) community.  *Dr. Traci is a licensed psychologist, specialized in child, adolescent, and family psychology. She is interested in financial health, mental wellness, and...

  
• 08.09.2021

  Deciding How to Use Your Time

  Unfortunately, we're not all Beyonce. Yes, we have all 24 hours in a day, but figuring out how to accomplish it all in that time is hard! On this episode, I'll share some tips to help you figure out how...

  
• 08.02.2021

  What to Do When You Get a Raise

  Do you remember where your last raise/bonus went? Do you wish you handled it differently? Financial health involves giving your money a plan. Otherwise, it just goes wherever it wants and you're left scratching your head. In this episode, I'll...

  
• 07.26.2021

  Dealing with Stress as a Single Parent

  Parenting is often stressful and as a single mother by choice, that stress falls squarely on my shoulders. This is a normal part of the process of parenting, so try not to beat up yourself if you feel stressed. I'll...

  
• 07.19.2021

  Everything I Didn’t Know About My Credit Score

  Do you understand how you got your credit score? Are you wanting to improve your credit? Once I understood the game, I improved my own score significantly. I'll break down the system for you and I've provided a ton of...

  
• 07.12.2021

  Take Your Money on a Date

  Keeping track of your spending, savings goals, and all things money might sound daunting, or even boring. Why not make it fun instead? Set a weekly/monthly/quarterly date to go over your finances! Remember, you are the Chief Financial Officer of...

  
• 07.05.2021

  Update + How to Put Yourself in Time Out

  I'm a big fan of using time out, not only for kids, but also for myself. It's great to unplug, decompress, and tune inward to analyze before tackling an issue. I'll explain how. Also, I'm giving an update on where...

  
• 06.14.2021

  "Well behaved" toddlers: Tips from a psychologist mama

  Every parent wants their child to be "well behaved", but children have their own agendas! Especially for young children navigating a new world full of restrictions, it can be difficult. I'll share tips on helping your child follow your directions...

  
• 06.07.2021

  Becoming Debt Free: Every Single Thing I'm Doing

  I'm working my way to debt freedom. I'll outline everything I have done to contribute to my payments, including how I cut costs, got creative with gifts, and use rewards programs. My biggest secret weapons have been zero-based budgeting and...

  
• 05.31.2021

  Credit Cards: What They Don’t Tell You

  Did you know that there is psychology involved in the design of credit cards? And that someone's job is to create your bank account webpage in a way that makes you spend more? I'll explain how interest rates work, how...

  
• 05.24.2021

  Improving Your Work-Life Balance

  With long work hours, demanding family responsibilities, and pressure to engage in self care, it can seem overwhelming trying to strike a balance. Being able to take care of yourself and everything on your plate requires regularly checking in, reprioritizing,...

  
• 05.17.2021

  What Grown Ups Do With Their Money

  Here’s the ultimate checklist for adulting financially! I cover everything from budgeting, saving, and investing. Get more responsible with your money. Future you will thank you. *Dr. Traci is a licensed psychologist, specialized in child, adolescent, and family psychology. She is...

  
• 05.10.2021

  Travel Tips for Single Parents

  Single parents deserve family vacations too! It is a little harder with one brain managing the operation and one pair of hands to pack and carry all the things, but it is definitely doable. Here are some tips and tricks...

  
• 04.26.2021

  Repairing Your Relationship with Money

  If you woke up tomorrow at peace with your money, what would be different? I offer practical steps to get there. Check out the website for more details and resources. *Dr. Traci is a licensed psychologist, specialized in child, adolescent, and...

  
• 04.19.2021

  Reintroduction and Updates

  I'm back from a two week break. In this episode, I'm reintroducing myself to the new listeners and providing podcast updates. Thanks for growing with me! *Dr. Traci is a licensed psychologist, specialized in child, adolescent, and family psychology. She is...

  
• 04.05.2021

  Let Kids Get Messy. Here's Why.

  Paint, mud, play-doh, oh my! Yes, kids love getting messy. But did you know that messy play is important for child development? I'll explain how, as well as ways you can keep your sanity at the same time. *Dr. Traci is...

  
• 04.02.2021

  Ending the Paycheck-to-Paycheck Cycle

  The paycheck-to-paycheck cycle has significant impacts on physical, financial, and mental health. That said, there are several factors that contribute to this cycle, including systemic inequalities. If I had my way, many people would make a lot more and/or the...

  
• 03.29.2021

  Dealing with Post-Pandemic Anxiety

  You’re not alone in feeling anxious about the world reopening. We’ve been told for a year that other people can make us sick. I outline ways to manage your anxiety, including having a game plan for outings, deep breathing exercises,...

  
• 03.26.2021

  Having Conversations About Money

  It can be uncomfortable and downright daunting to bring up conversations about money with your loved ones and friends. But, it does not have to be. I will outline psychological techniques that help keep the stress levels down and the...

  
• 03.22.2021

  Saying 'Yes' When You Really Want to Say 'No'

  If this has been a struggle for you, you may be familiar with the dread, anxiety, guilt, or even shame you feel after you've said 'yes' to a request you don't actually want to do. I'll outline why you might...

  
• 03.19.2021

  What to Expect During Your First Therapy Session

  In this episode, I outline how to first contact a therapist you're interested in working with, as well as the things you may expect to happen leading up to your first session. Therapists do things differently, so your experience may...

  
• 03.15.2021

  Our Kids Are Donor Siblings

  Destinee and I both used the same donor to conceive our children. She is a single mother by choice with toddler twins and another set on the way. On Episode 18, I talked about my journey to becoming a single...

  
• 03.12.2021

  Finding the Discipline to Improve Your Finances

  Staying the course can be hard! Especially when you have competing messages that make you think you're missing out on the fun other people seem to be having. Improve your financial discipline by automation, accountability, and tailoring your access. *Dr. Traci...

  
• 03.08.2021

  So How Those Resolutions Doing?

  Do you even remember the new year's resolutions you set? I'll be honest; I haven't visited my vision board since I made it. Well, we've got 9 months left in the year. Here are some guidelines to get you back...

  
• 03.05.2021

  Ghosting Explained: The Attachment Styles in Dating

  How people move through the dating pool is directly linked to their childhood experiences. Knowing your attachment style will change the way you view your relationships. Resources are available on the website.  Dr. Traci is a licensed psychologist, specialized in child,...

  
• 03.01.2021

  Hustle Culture is Harming Your Health

  "Grinding", "chasing the bag", and pulling 12 hour work days aren't a sustainable way to live. Burnout is real and there are serious implications to your physical, emotional, and mental health. In this episode, the two questions I pose to...

  
• 02.26.2021

  Debt Free Journey Update: New Tips

  When I first made a plan to pay off my debt, I anticipated it would take 2-3 years. Now I expect to be debt free just over a year after developing that plan. In previous episodes I outlined the ways...

  
• 02.22.2021

  24-Year-Old Paid Off $120K Loans in 26 Months

  Sofie is a 24-year-old Latina who paid off her student loans in just over 2 years while living independently. She's here to share her story in the podcast's very first interview. While her approach won't work for everyone, she has...

  
• 02.19.2021

  Recognizing Your Privilege and Using It For Good

  Most of us have some form of privilege. Recognizing the ways in which we are privileged is step one to creating a better world. I highlight the history of this topic, forms of privilege, and ways in which you can...

  
• 02.15.2021

  Single Mom by Choice: Surviving the First Year

  An honest conversation with my choice mom community. I'll share the ups and downs of our first year and some tips and life saving advice. *Dr. Traci is a licensed psychologist, specialized in child, adolescent, and family psychology. She is interested...

  
• 02.12.2021

  Explaining the Financial Independence Retire Early Movement (FIRE)

  There is no secret to building wealth. Spend less than you earn and invest the rest. Passive income from compound interest, dividends, rental income, etc. will do the heavy lifting for you. I describe FIRE and give real numbers for...