In this week's episode, we'll talk about two things you could focus on during your financial journey....BUT one is better than the other. 

Should you be focusing on your financial direction? 

or speed to achieve your financial goal? 

So listen in on this episode to find out my answer on this AND you'll also hear more on:

• questions to ask yourself to make progress in your financial journey,

• what to do if you've stalled in making financial progress,

• AND 3 actions you can take to kickstart your money journey again!

Check it out because you don't want to miss this!

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Thank you so much for listening to this week's episode. Be sure to tune in next week!

👉 Have a question about your money? MAKE TIME in your schedule, and go to https://www.familywisefinancialcoach.com/discovery-call schedule your free call!

🆓 If you don't know how to budget then go get my free quick start guide in the show notes that tells you HOW to create your first budget:  https://www.familywisefinancialcoach.com/quickstartguide

Other resources I mentioned in this week's episode:

Episode #33: Goal writing (https://www.familywisefinancialcoach.com/wiseupwithyourmoney/episode/3391e3fa/33-dont-aim-for-nothing-in-the-new-year)

Episode #5: Do THIS to find extra money (https://www.familywisefinancialcoach.com/wiseupwithyourmoney/episode/314aa1ad/5-do-this-if-you-want-to-find-extra-money)

Have you ever put off a purchase telling yourself, “We’ll deal with it next month”?

And then suddenly… you have to buy it.

A client of mine recently shared this exact story. They had been putting off buying a new mattress for years — even though their sleep, rest, and health were slowly being affected.

Until one day they hit their limit.

Pain, exhaustion, and frustration took over. They walked into the store with a number in mind… but walked out with a monthly payment and an awful feeling of guilt.

It wasn’t reckless. It was reactive.

And even though they could technically “make it work,” they didn’t walk away feeling relieved or proud. Instead, they felt the weight of another payment, a tighter budget, and less breathing room.

Sound familiar?

In this episode, I’m sharing their story and talking about something many families experience but rarely talk about — reactive spending.

We’ll cover:
• Why waiting too long to plan for purchases can backfire financially and emotionally
• How reactive spending quietly sneaks up on even the most responsible families
• Simple, practical steps you can take now so future purchases feel planned, peaceful, and guilt-free

Because the goal isn’t just to buy what you need — it’s to feel confident, calm, and in control when you do.

If you’ve ever delayed a purchase and then felt the pressure when it couldn’t wait any longer, this episode is for you.

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Ever find yourself tired, overwhelmed, and hoping this one thing will finally make everything better?

In this episode, I share a very real (and very relatable) story about chasing a “quick fix” — including a $130 pillow that promised relief but didn’t deliver. From impulse purchases to debt shortcuts, we talk about why quick fixes feel so tempting when life and money feel heavy… and why they rarely lead to lasting change.

Money struggles don’t happen overnight, and they usually can’t be fixed overnight either. Real financial peace is built over time through awareness, consistency, and a whole lot of grace.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why quick fixes are so appealing when we’re tired and overwhelmed

• How years of money habits can’t be undone with one decision

• Common money “shortcuts” that don’t actually solve the root problem

• Simple awareness exercises to help you spot overspending patterns

• Gentle boundaries you can try around categories like eating out, Amazon, or Target

• Why your financial journey is a marathon, not a sprint
  

If you’re ready to take action (without chasing another quick fix), start here:

1. Pull up your last 30 days of bank or credit card statements

2. Look for patterns without judgment

3. Identify one or two overspending categories

4. Try setting small, realistic boundaries and see how it feels
   

And if even that feels overwhelming, you don’t have to do this alone.

This is exactly what I help families with — building awareness, aligning money with values, and creating systems that actually work in real life. If you’re ready for support, reach out and let’s walk this journey togetherhttps://www.familywisefinancialcoach.com/discovery-call⁠ to schedule your free call!

Because lasting change doesn’t come from shortcuts — it comes from intentional steps taken over time.

Want a fresh start with your money? Maybe you’re ready to tackle debt, save for a vacation without relying on credit cards, or stop feeling guilty when you spend.

Resonate with you?

This episode walks you through a simple perspective shift that could change the way you manage your money and help you find real financial peace and breathing room with your money.

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Click here, scroll to the bottom, and tap"Write a Review" to get started.

Thank you so much for listening to this week's episode. Be sure to tune in next week!

👉 Have a question about your money? MAKE TIME in yourschedule, and go to   https://www.familywisefinancialcoach.com/discovery-call to schedule your free call!

👉 Want the free resource I mentioned in this week's episode? Go to   ⁠https://www.familywisefinancialcoach.com/bettersteward and enjoy!

Depending on where you are at with your financial journey you may need a financial coach, a financial advisor, or you may even need both! But if you are not sure which one OR you didn't even know there was a difference, then you gotta listen to this week's episode!

Because not only will you know who you need, but you'll also learn:

So stop reading and start listening!

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In this brand new episode, I'm talking to all my families who are struggling with an income problem. I've been there, and it's tough.

BUT, sometimes our mindset gets in the way of our actions. So if this is you, LISTEN UP because there may be a way to make progress even if you think you have an income problem.

So don't miss this episode with updates and actions for you to take to better your financial journey!

Rate, review, and follow on Apple podcasts at   https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wise-up-with-your-money/id1566900405?uo=4. Leaving a review helps me continue to get these money-saving messages out there to families just like you looking to better your family's money future! Click here, scroll to the bottom, and tap "Write a Review" to get started.

Thank you so much for listening to this week's episode. Be sure to tune in next week!

👉 Have a question about your money? MAKE TIME in your schedule, and go to https://www.familywisefinancialcoach.com/discovery-call to schedule your free call!

🆓 If you don't know how to budget then go get my free quick start guide in the show notes that tells you HOW to create your first budget:  https://www.familywisefinancialcoach.com/quickstartguide

In today's episode, we dive into how growing up, I went with the flow to fit in better and to be liked...but that lead me to $130K of consumer debt.  

WOOPS!

 So listen in to this whole story AND how I'm challenging you TODAY, to think differently than the rest of society.  

After listening to this episode, you'll walk away with:

All of this and more is in episode #55 so you don't want to miss it!  My one ask is...stop "going with the flow" so you don't end up broke like me!

👉 Have a question about your money? MAKE TIME in your schedule, and go to   ⁠https://www.familywisefinancialcoach.com/discovery-call⁠ to schedule your free call!

🆓 If you don't know how to budget then go get my free quick start guide in the show notes that tells you HOW to create your first budget:  ⁠https://www.familywisefinancialcoach.com/quickstartguide⁠

I recently got a HUGE wake-up call so I want to make sure you get it too if you need to.

I thought I was doing well working towards retirement. But even though I walked through most of Dave Ramsey's baby steps, we still got a wake-up call on what retirement may look like for us.

Make sure your retirement looks the way you want it to, otherwise, NOW is the time to change how it looks.

So DO NOT miss this episode because you don't want to work forever, right?!?

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Rate, review, and follow on Apple podcasts at   ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wise-up-with-your-money/id1566900405?uo=4⁠. Leaving a review helps me continue to get these money-saving messages out there to families just like you looking to better your family's money future! Click here, scroll to the bottom, and tap "Write a Review" to get started. Thank you so much for listening to this week's episode. Be sure to tune in next week!

👉 Have a question about your money? MAKE TIME in your

🆓 If you don't know how to budget then go get my free quick start guide in the show notes that tells you HOW to create your first budget:  ⁠https://www.familywisefinancialcoach.com/quickstartguide

A favorite pulled from the archives.

As we are in the middle of tax season and bonus season, I want you know exactly what to do if you get EXTRA unplanned money. You need to WISE UP and have a plan in place and let me tell you, it's EASY. So if you want to be SMART with your money, then follow this ONE SIMPLE rule and you'll feel LESS STRESSED and MORE AT PEACE!

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If you want a FREE guide on how to start your financial journey wisely click the link: ⁠https://www.familywisefinancialcoach.com/quickstartguide⁠

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Ready to take action with YOUR money with me by your side? Go to ⁠https://www.familywisefinancialcoach.com/discovery-call⁠ to schedule your free call!

Do you have a plan when something happens to you?

If you don't have these things in place, then this is a MUST HEAR episode. Don't be an Ostrich sticking your head in the sand on this topic. Complete the "Just In Case" plan so your family is taken care of.

Rate, review, and follow on Apple podcasts at   https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wise-up-with-your-money/id1566900405?uo=4. Leaving a review helps me continue to get these money-saving messages out there to families just like you looking to better your family's money future! Click here, scroll to the bottom, and tap "Write a Review" to get started. Thank you so much for listening to this week's episode. Be sure to tune in next week!

👉 Have a question about your money? MAKE TIME in your

🆓 If you don't know how to budget then go get my free quick start guide in the show notes that tells you HOW to create your first budget: https://www.familywisefinancialcoach.com/quickstartguide