We’re getting real about our relationship with money: the money shame, the silence, and the unconscious scripts that quietly run the show. Financial coach Simonne Gnessen joins me to explore how belonging pressures, family messages, and avoidance show up in our bodies and how gentle honesty plus simple plans create freedom. If money talk makes you squirm, this one’s for you.

What we cover

• Why money feels “taboo” and how shame + secrecy keep us stuck
• Unconscious money messages from family/culture and how they live in our nervous system
• The “belonging tax”: social spending, splitting the bill, and speaking your truth kindly
• Scripts for scary moments (pay-rise asks, boundary setting, couples convos)
• Overspending and underspending: two sides of the same fear
• Relationship dynamics: when one partner “owns” the spreadsheet and the other shuts down
• Tools Simonne uses (e.g., value-based plans, reflective card games, rehearsal conversations)
• A simple path: Confront the truth → make a plan → practice small brave reps

Book a call with Lauren here to explore how to rewire your brain and start making changes today.

To learn more about SImonne, you can visit her site here.

Ever notice how your brain stalls out when it’s time to choose anything? Think paint colors, job offers, even dinner? In this episode, Lauren breaks down the sneaky difference between consequences and repercussions. With a “Joybird chair” story, gentle nervous-system logic, and real-life examples—from parenting boundaries to past volatile homes—she shows how our minds over-generalize and why awareness changes everything.

You’ll learn a simple way to test choices (hello, one-wall paint hack), how to honor your intuition without outsourcing your life, and what to do when fear of the “unknown reaction” keeps you small. If decision fatigue, people-pleasing, or “I’ll-get-it-wrong” thinking has been running the show, this one’s your reset.

Book a 15-min chat: laurengall.com • Email: [email protected] 

• IG: @laurengall__

PS: Watch for next week’s guest episode with Simonne (financial coach) not your typical money talk.

Part 2 with guest Kim Benjamin on self-trust, anxiety vs. discernment, and hearing God’s voice without the spiral. If your brain’s been ping-ponging between “wait” and “go,” this one’s your gentle nudge forward.

We pick up right where we left off and get practical with how to quiet the noise, listen to your nervous system (AKA your body’s built-in wisdom), and partner with the Holy Spirit for the next right step. Just tiny, doable shifts that build real momentum. You’ll leave with one mindset flip, one calming breath, and one micro-action you can take today because clarity loves movement.

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Be sure to follow Lauren on instagram @laurengall__ or visit her website at www.laurengall.com to book a free 15 min consult call and see what else she offers!

Want more of Kim and what she does? You can find her at https://www.kbhcoaching.com/

Join host Lauren Gall for an inspiring and thought-provoking conversation with emotional intelligence coach Kim Benjamin in this must-listen podcast episode! Together, they explore the powerful intersection of faith, personal discernment, and human design, offering fresh perspectives on how to trust your intuition and align with your unique purpose. Kim shares her expertise on helping high-achieving women navigate relationships and self-awareness, while Lauren opens up about her own journey of balancing faith with holistic practices. From debunking myths about emotional intelligence to addressing fears around unconventional tools like human design, this episode is packed with raw, honest insights that will leave you inspired to embrace your inner voice and live authentically. Don’t miss this engaging discussion that promises to spark curiosity and encourage deeper self-discovery. Tune in now and stay tuned for a Part 2!

Ever get sucked into the self-help hype, scrolling through endless “fix-your-life” promises that leave you more lost than found? Once upon a time I was drowning in books, retreats, and all that shiny noise, thinking one magic tip would save me. In this episode of Where the Soul Sings, I’m spilling how that chaos nearly tanked my healing until I learned to trust my gut and sift out what’s truly for me. Get ready to cut through the clutter and spark your own self-discovery. Dive in for raw, real talk that’ll light up your healing journey. 

What if the key to healing isn’t what you’ve been chasing? In Part 2 of what I feel is one of the biggest myth in the healing journey, mental health world. I’m unraveling a sneaky mental health trap that keeps us stuck, searching for something big to fix it all. My wild ride through life’s chaos taught me a quieter, deeper way to find peace. Want to know the secret? Dive into this raw, unfiltered episode for truths that’ll shift how you see your healing journey. Missed Part 1? Grab it first for the foundation that makes this sing.

Ever get stuck in a mental loop, second-guessing your gut or crushed by expectations that flop like a bad pie at a party? 

I’m diving into the foundation for busting what I feel is one of the biggest mental health myths (yep, saving the juicy reveal for Part 2). We’re talking discernment, trusting your inner voice in a world drowning in info (real grass or fake? I had a whole debate about it) and holding expectations loosely so you don’t beat yourself up when life serves strawberry cheesecake instead of chocolate pie. Whether you’re chasing emotional, spiritual, or physical healing, this episode will help you tune into what’s true for you and let go of what’s not. Join me for real talk, a sprinkle of sass, and a cliffhanger to keep your soul buzzing. Listen now and get ready for Part 2! 

Caught off guard by a trigger that sent my brain into a tailspin, I could feel the dark cloud creeping in ready to drag me into a pit of self-doubt and bad vibes. BI knew I needed to shut it down first. In this raw, real episode of Where the Soul Sings, I’m spilling exactly what I did to stop the spiral, shake off the heaviness, and reclaim my more coherent state. The unfiltered steps that pulled me through. Join me to learn how to kick those negative thoughts to the curb and keep your soul singing.

Ever had one of those days where you’re fine, until you’re not? You’re folding laundry, sipping coffee, pretending to be a functioning human and suddenly, you're one breath away from ugly crying, and you don’t even know why.

In this heart-to-heart solo chat, I’m pulling back the curtain on those sneaky emotional spirals that come out of nowhere (spoiler alert: they’re not actually from nowhere). I’m sharing how a random “blah” mood led me to a powerful realization about unhealed childhood wounds, my brother’s untold story, and why our nervous systems are like Google Maps, always trying to re-route us back to the past.

We’ll talk about:
 ✨ How being around kids the age you were during tough times can wake up parts of you that need some TLC.
 ✨ A simple grounding trick to pull yourself back to the now when your brain tries to time-travel.
✨ And why healing old versions of you doesn’t have to be heavy or complicated, it can start with just noticing.

If you’ve been feeling a little “off” and can’t quite put your finger on it, this episode will feel like a cozy exhale. You’re not broken. You’re not crazy. You’re just being invited to heal something tender.

In this episode, we dive into a quick snapshot of  what we call “the anxious mom brain”. That swirling, nonstop mental chatter so many moms experience (but rarely talk about). Whether it’s racing thoughts, worst-case scenario spirals, or the constant hum of “what ifs,” we’re unpacking why your brain feels like this and why it’s not your fault.

We’ll talk about how postpartum ca wire your nervous system into survival mode and what actually helps you shift out of it.

Plus, we’ll share a behind-the-scenes look at our upcoming 6-week experience, Quiet the Anxious Mom Brain: Your 6-week Playbook to Your Calm Mom Era—and how it’s designed to help you feel calmer, more grounded, and in control (without needing to “just calm down”).

If you’ve ever thought, “Why can’t I just enjoy this season?” this episode is for you.

 You’re not broken. You’re overwhelmed. And we’re here to help you reset.