In this episode of Mindful Mondays with Shudu, Shudu sits down with Mapalo Makhu, personal finance educator, author of You’re Not Broke, You’re Pre-Rich, and founder of Women in Finance, to explore the deep, often unspoken relationship between money, identity, and mental health.

Together, they unpack why financial literacy should have been taught in school, what happens when women are excluded from financial conversations, and why managing money starts with managing yourself. From childhood money scripts and survival mentalities to the courage it takes to invest, set boundaries, and confront your bank statement honestly, this conversation bridges the gap between personal finance and personal growth.

This is not a conversation about budgets and spreadsheets. It is a conversation about the emotional architecture behind every financial decision you make.

If you’ve ever felt anxious around money, avoided your finances, or wondered why knowing better doesn’t always mean doing better, this episode is for you.