Money Healing Club Podcast

šŸ›’ Why You Keep Impulse Spending—And How to Finally Stop [Rebroadcast]


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EPISODE SUMMARY

Do you ever find yourself shopping to feel better—then regretting it later? You're not alone. In this special 1 year anniversary broadcast episode of the Money Healing Club Podcast, Rachel Duncan, Certified Financial Therapist TM, tackles the #1 listener question:

šŸ’” "How do I stop impulse spending when I’m emotional?"

šŸ¤‘ Get My Free Mindful Spending Email Course!šŸ‘‰ moneyhealingclub.com/challenge

Inside this episode, we explore:

āœ” What impulse spending really is—and why it happens
āœ” The emotional triggers behind overspending (hint: it’s not just about ā€œlack of controlā€)
āœ” How dopamine drives impulse purchases—and what to do instead
āœ” Practical strategies to replace impulse spending with healthier, feel-good habits
āœ” How to plan for ā€œfun spendingā€ without guilt or regret

šŸ“¢ If you’re tired of impulse spending sabotaging your financial goals and making you feel crappy, this episode is for you!

ā° EPISODE BREAKDOWN:

What Is Impulse Spending?

Breaking down the psychology behind impulse buys.

Understanding the Emotional Triggers

How feelings like stress, boredom, and sadness drive spending.

What Is the Want Beneath the Want?

Discovering the deeper emotional needs behind impulse purchases.

The Role of Dopamine in Impulse Spending

Why your brain craves the rush of spending—and how to redirect it.

Replacing Impulse Spending with Healthy Habits

Simple swaps that still give you a dopamine boost without hurting your wallet.

Planning for Controlled Impulse Spending

How to budget for fun—without guilt or financial setbacks.

The Long-Term Process of Change

Why breaking impulse spending habits takes time (and how to stay on track).

Community Support & Resources

How to find support & accountability on your mindful spending journey.

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šŸŽ§ Your next listen:

S1 E10: āœšŸ½ THE journal prompt for healing - Dear Money, what would you have me know?


šŸ’¬ Join the Conversation!

ā˜Žļø When do you find yourself impulse purchasing? Leave us a voicemail on our website to share your thoughts: https://www.moneyhealingclub.com/podcast

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🌟 Want more help?

šŸ’” Start your money healing journey today! Hop on a waitlist for our next program https://www.moneyhealingclub.com/


šŸ¤‘ Get my free email course on mindful spending: https://www.moneyhealingclub.com/challenge

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