#070: In today’s episode, I’m talking with Financial Therapist, Podcast Host, and author of The Art of Money, Bari Tessler. When Bari was making $11 an hour in her first job, buried in school debt, and financially illiterate, she knew she had to pave a new path. We’re talking about the emotional work we have to do to make real financial progress, why there’s no such thing as “perfect” in finding financial independence, and why you get to prioritize your family over your business when you’re an entrepreneur. 

(3:40)  Discover the surprising piece that was missing from Bari’s therapy training 

(10:32) Listen as Bari describes the 3 phases of Money Methodology 

[15:32) Learn about the tool you need to check in with your emotions before checking your bank statement 

(31:05) Find out how you can use Money Maps to discover more clarity in your financial decision-making 

(45:27) Find out why it’s ok to take a step back and restructure your business when you need to prioritize you and your family’s needs 

(53:52) Chelsea’s Top Takeaways 

Looking for more information, mama? Visit the show notes at https://www.smartmoneymamas.com/bari

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