In this episode, I challenge one of the most traditional pieces of financial advice women have heard for decades: “Live below your means.”

While it may sound responsible, this mindset often keeps women small, afraid to expand, and energetically aligned with scarcity. I explore why this advice is outdated — and what a more empowered, feminine, sovereign approach to money actually looks like.

This is a must-listen if you’re ready to break out of survival mode, heal your money story, and rise into your next level of wealth.

In This Episode, I Cover:

• The real origin of “live below your means” How this advice was built in a time when women were conditioned to stay small and financially dependent.

• Why restriction creates scarcity, not safety The nervous system and energetic impact of constantly shrinking your lifestyle to feel secure.

• How “living below your means” blocks your ability to receive more Why contraction leads to lack, fear, and stagnation — and how this pattern quietly limits earning potential.

• The new paradigm for empowered wealth What it looks like to lead with capacity, trust, alignment, and expansion instead of fear.

• Practical steps to shift into financial sovereignty:

You’ll learn how to…

— Build overflow instead of restriction

— Make aligned money decisions

— Increase your receiving capacity

— Expand your earning potential

— Create safety without shrinking your desires

Key Takeaways: Living below your means is not empowerment — it’s survival mode. Women don’t need to spend life trying to stay “small enough” to feel safe. Wealth comes from clarity, capacity, and trust — not from chronic restriction. Your next level requires expansion, not contraction. You get to build wealth from a regulated, powerful, sovereign place — not fear.

💗 Invitation If this episode inspired you to rethink your relationship with money, share it with another woman who is stepping into her financial power. And if you’re ready to deepen your work around money, empowerment, and feminine wealth, explore the programs and resources linked in the link in my bio on Instagram.

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In this episode, we explore how to build an emergency fund gently, gradually, and without overwhelm, even if money already feels tight.

No shame. No pressure. Just soft, grounded, feminine financial guidance that supports your nervous system and reconnects you to safety.

What You’ll Learn:

Why an emergency fund isn’t about having a lot of money — it’s about having safety and choice

The real reasons saving feels hard (and why it’s not your fault)

How to start saving with tiny, manageable amounts that don’t activate scarcity

The power of micro goals and how they create momentum

Why automation is one of the gentlest forms of self-support

How the “Found Money Rule” can grow your savings almost effortlessly

A feminine, non-restrictive approach to temporary micro-cuts

How visual tracking helps regulate your nervous system and keeps you motivated

Key Takeaways:

You don’t need to start with $1,000 — you can start with $5.

Small, consistent steps build safety more effectively than big, overwhelming ones.

Your emergency fund is a boundary between you and chaos.

Saving is not punishment; it’s self-support. Every dollar saved is a vote for a more secure, grounded version of you.

Journal Prompts:

What does financial safety feel like in my body?

What amount of money feels safe for me to save each week?

Where in my life can I create gentle micro-shifts instead of big sacrifices?

What story about saving am I ready to release?

Episode Quote “Your emergency fund doesn’t have to be big to be powerful. Every dollar is a boundary between you and crisis.”

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In this episode, former Wall Street CFO turned financial mentor Ruchi Pinniger joins me to talk about redefining what it really means to be wealthy—beyond the numbers in your bank account.

We unpack Ruchi’s three pillars of prosperity—well-being, spirituality, and healthy relationships—why hustle culture keeps women disconnected from abundance, and how to build a sense of safety and ease around money.

You’ll also hear Ruchi’s RIR Method™ (Recognize, Interrupt, Reframe) for shifting money beliefs and how your nervous system determines the level of wealth you can hold.

Resources mentioned:

Free Cashflow Confidence™ Mini-Course: ⁠watchherprosper.com/cashflow⁠Redefining

Prosperity Workshop: ⁠redefiningprosperity.com (use code WSGND for $100 off)

Connect with Ruchi:  

Website: ⁠watchherprosper.com⁠  

Instagram: ⁠@watchherprosper

Connect with me:  

Instagram: ⁠@wallstreetgirlnextdoor⁠  

Website: ⁠wallstreetgirlnextdoor.com⁠  

Course: ⁠Invitation to Money

If you’ve ever felt that tightness in your chest when you sit down to look at your bank account… or found yourself avoiding your finances even when you know you should be paying attention...this episode is for you.

In this episode I unpack what resistance to money work really means and why it’s not a sign of failure, but an invitation. We will explore how resistance is a form of protection rooted in your nervous system, your past experiences, and generational conditioning around money and worth. You’ll walk away with a deeper understanding of why this happens and simple, compassionate ways to begin moving through resistance — gently and powerfully.

💡 In This Episode, You’ll Learn: Why resistance to money is a nervous system response, not a personal flaw.

The subtle ways resistance shows up in your daily life.

How generational and cultural conditioning shape your emotional relationship with money.

Simple, body-based practices to soften resistance and begin feeling safe with money again.

The importance of taking small, loving steps instead of forcing financial “fixes.” How to begin building safety, consistency, and confidence in your financial life.

🌹 Key Quotes:

“Resistance isn’t failure. It’s actually a signal — a sign that something inside you is ready to evolve.” “What you avoid holds power over you. The moment you turn toward it, that power starts to dissolve.” “Money is neutral. It’s not the villain or the savior — it’s a mirror reflecting your sense of safety and worth.”

💫 Resources Mentioned: An Invitation to Money my new course designed to help women move through resistance, regulate their nervous system, and create a healthy, empowering relationship with money.

www.wallstreetgirlnextdoor.com/invitation-to-money

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We’ve all heard about the importance of an “abundance mindset,” but what if shifting out of scarcity goes deeper than your thoughts? In this episode, I share why scarcity isn’t just mental — it lives in your body and your nervous system. Unless you feel safe with money on a physical level, no amount of affirmations or positive thinking will stick. We’ll explore how generational money trauma shapes your relationship with money, why safety is the missing piece in abundance work, and practical tools to help you rewire your body to feel safe receiving, holding, and spending money. By the end of this episode, you’ll understand how to embody abundance — not just think about it. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: -Why scarcity lives in your body, not just your mind -How your nervous system responds to money and creates patterns of fear -The role of generational money trauma and how it gets passed down -Practical ways to create safety with money in your daily life -The difference between “thinking abundant” and embodying abundance Resources & Practices Mentioned: -Breathwork before spending or paying bills -Turning money check-ins into grounding rituals -Embodied gratitude practice -Aligned spending vs. scarcity-driven spending -Visualization as a nervous system rewire Closing Reminder: Scarcity is a survival lens. Abundance is a trust lens. Shifting into abundance means teaching your body it’s safe to receive, safe to hold, and safe to spend. When you create that safety, you’re not only transforming your own money story — you’re breaking generational cycles. If you enjoy the episode pass it along to friend. Also if you enjoy the show please leave a review or rating! I would really appreciate your support.

You are going to love hearing Hannah's money story on this episode! Hannah shares how she grew up with money, overcame overspending, paid off her debt and is now thriving in her healing business. I love hearing people share about their financial journey because we all have a money story. Hannah and I talk about one of my fav topics which is the impact of soul aligned money and how many in the hands of the right people can change the world. Enjoy this episode and you can find Hannah:

https://www.healingwithhannah.ca/  

https://www.instagram.com/healing.with.hannah/  

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If you could go back and talk to your 20yo self, what would you say?

In this heartfelt episode, I’m sharing the money and life lessons I wish I knew sooner — the kind of advice that can save you years of stress, wasted time, and financial mistakes. From starting to invest early to healing your inner child, these tips will help you build both wealth and a life you actually love. Whether you’re in your 20s or starting fresh at any age, these lessons are timeless.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

-Why starting to save and invest early is your greatest financial advantage

-How to stop spending money to impress others -The power of setting clear goals for your life and finances

-Why investing in yourself always pays the best return

-The importance of choosing supportive friends and community

-How healing your inner child impacts your money and relationships

-The freedom and growth that comes from solo travel

-Why loving yourself is the foundation for every decision you make

In this episode, we dive deep into the often overlooked but powerful connection between money and ego — especially for millennials who are high earners, but still feel like they’re not quite there yet.

If you’ve ever hit an income goal and still felt behind, ashamed, or stuck in comparison mode, this conversation is for you.

I explore how your ego — the part of you that wants to be validated, admired, and seen as “successful” — can unconsciously shape your spending habits, money goals, and financial stress.

You’ll learn:

This episode will help you start creating wealth from a place of clarity, not comparison — and finally feel good about where you are, not just where you're going.

🎧 Tune in now and reclaim your financial power from your ego.

In this episode, I am talking about why doing things solo is not just okay—it’s empowering and fun. Society often tells us that being alone means being lonely, but that couldn’t be further from the truth. I’ll cover: ✨ Why we feel awkward doing things alone ✨ The confidence and freedom that come from solo experiences ✨ How to start small and genuinely enjoy your own company ✨ Tips for concerts, travel, and other fun things to try solo Whether it’s a coffee date with yourself, buying that concert ticket for one, or planning a solo trip, this episode will inspire you to say YES to your own company—without waiting for anyone else’s permission. What You’ll Learn: ✔ Why doing things alone builds self-trust and confidence ✔ How solo experiences create freedom and empowerment ✔ Simple ways to start enjoying time by yourself Takeaway: Life doesn’t wait for anyone—so stop waiting for company. Be your own yes.

In this episode, I challenge the belief that money alone creates happiness and explore the deeper truth behind what it really means to be wealthy.

While financial abundance is valuable, it’s only one piece of a much larger puzzle.

You’ll learn about the different forms of wealth — emotional, relational, time, physical, spiritual, and financial — and how each one contributes to a rich, meaningful life.

This is your invitation to redefine success on your terms and start building a life that feels good on the inside, not just one that looks good on paper. Whether you’re on a financial growth journey or seeking more balance, this episode will help you reflect on what kind of wealth truly matters most to you.

✨ Topics we cover:

* Why money alone won’t make you happy

* The hidden forms of wealth most people ignore

* A new definition of what it means to be “rich”

* How to shift from chasing more to feeling whole

🎧 Listen now and take the first step toward living a more abundant, aligned, and authentic life.