In this episode of the Wealthy Woman Podcast, Lauren Francois discusses the energetics of debt and how to shift our mindset and beliefs around it. She emphasizes that debt is not just about the money, but also the stories and beliefs we have about it, as well as the identity we embody with relation to our debt.
Lauren encourages you to examine your beliefs and stories around debt and consider new, more helpful narratives. She also shares personal examples and provides a series of questions to help shift the narrative and beliefs around debt. Overall, Lauren's message is one of empowerment and taking radical self-responsibility for our use of debt in a productive way.
- What stories are you telling yourself about your debt currently?
What meaning are you giving your debt?What are you making your debt mean about you?Are all of these things helpful or unhelpful to you in creating change?What if you chose to look at the debt situation differently? What if you chose to tell a different story?- Are you grateful for what you received in place of that debt?
Would you give it back or do it differently if you had the chance?Are you willing to take responsibility and learn from your mistakes?What stories would you like to tell around your debt that are more helpful?What is your priority right now? What plan would support you and feel best right now? Come up with a plan you can get behind?1:1 Mentorship with Lauren
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*The Energetics of Debt [00:00:53]*
The energetics of debt, including the stories and beliefs we have about it, and how shame can prevent us from creating lasting change.
*Shifting Mindset Around Debt [00:01:53]*
Lauren shares how a former client's debt situation inspired her to record this episode, and emphasizes the importance of shifting mindset and identity before taking action to eliminate debt.
*Stories and Meaning [00:20:14]*
Exploring the stories we tell ourselves about debt and the meaning we give it.
*Choosing to Look at Debt Differently [00:25:14]*
Asking ourselves what if we chose to look at our debt situation differently and exploring the possibility of telling a different story and believing different beliefs.
*New Money Stories [00:30:59]*
How to create new stories, beliefs, and identities around debt to change behaviors, actions, and habits.
*Creating a Plan [00:38:03]*
The importance of creating a plan that you can get behind and setting up automatic transfers to support your debt repayment journey.