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Stop Comparing Your Finances: How to Beat Money Dysmorphia

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Stuck in the scroll-and-spiral cycle? This episode tackles the financial comparison trap and gives you actionable strategies to break free.

What You'll Learn:

  • What "money dysmorphia" is and why it's affecting younger generations
  • The psychology behind why we compare ourselves financially
  • How social media amplifies comparison culture
  • Mindset shifts to focus on your own financial progress
  • Actionable steps to create SMART financial goals that work for YOU
  • How to curate your social media for a healthier money mindset
  • Why comparing yourself to your past self is the only comparison that matters

    • Key Takeaways: ✓ Comparison is human nature, don't blame yourself for falling into the trap ✓ Social media shows highlight reels, not reality ✓ Your financial journey should work for you, not look like anyone else's ✓ Set goals based on your values, not someone else's milestones ✓ Take social media breaks and unfollow accounts that don't serve you ✓ Celebrate YOUR progress on everything from debt payoff to emergency fund milestones

    Action Items:

    1. Take the free Your Money Style Quiz to understand your financial strengths
    2. Write down 3 things you're proud of financially
    3. Read A Step-by-Step Guide to Setting Smart Savings Goals and create your goals
    4. Find an accountability partner to keep you grounded
    5. Audit your social media follows and protect your peace

      6. Subscribe to the Deeply Invested Newsletter for weekly money mindset tips, and share this episode with anyone who needs the reminder that their financial journey is uniquely theirs.

      You can read the full show notes here.

       

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