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Episodes

Chasing the Wrong Treasure?
Dec. 25, 2025

Chasing the Wrong Treasure?

Today is all about flipping the script on what we think wealth really is. Chasing the Wrong Treasure? Christmas isn’t just about the gifts and chaos; it’s a chance to reset our hearts and remember that true riches come from C...
Why Do You Hide Your Wins?
Dec. 24, 2025

Why Do You Hide Your Wins?

We're diving into the heart of Christmas Eve, a time to pause and reflect on our wins from the past year. Why Do You Hide Your Wins? If you've been beating yourself up about not hitting every goal, let’s flip that script! Pro...
Confused by Tax Changes? What’s the ONE Thing You Must Know?
Dec. 23, 2025

Confused by Tax Changes? What’s the ONE Thing You Must Know?

Confused by Tax Changes? What’s the ONE Thing You Must Know? Today, we’re diving into the wild world of taxes because let’s face it, tax season can stress anyone out. With all the rule changes, it’s easy to feel like you’re o...
Anxious About January Bills? How Prep Can Calm the Storm
Dec. 22, 2025

Anxious About January Bills? How Prep Can Calm the Storm

January can hit like a freight train, right? All those bills and expenses seem to pile up outta nowhere, making us feel like we’re drowning in financial chaos. But guess what? You don’t have to let January push you around thi...
Afraid of Next Year? Let's break that fear!
Dec. 21, 2025

Afraid of Next Year? Let's break that fear!

Afraid of Next Year? Let's break that fear! You're not alone, my friend! With prices climbing and income feeling like a rollercoaster, it’s easy to get caught up in that spiral of worry. But don’t sweat it; fear might love to...
Easily Swayed by ‘Deals’? I have the solution!
Dec. 20, 2025

Easily Swayed by ‘Deals’? I have the solution!

Ready to kick off the new year with a bang, but feeling like temptation's got your number? Easily Swayed by ‘Deals’? I have the solution! This episode dives into how to dodge those sneaky traps that pop up just when you're tr...
Worried Your Money Isn’t Safe? Ready for a Cyber Refresh?
Dec. 19, 2025

Worried Your Money Isn’t Safe? Ready for a Cyber Refresh?

Worried Your Money Isn’t Safe? Ready for a Cyber Refresh? You're not alone, my friend. In this episode, we dive into the reality that when our finances are online, a single click or a sneaky scam can mess things up big time, ...
Trying to Grow Alone? Who’s Guiding You This Year?
Dec. 18, 2025

Trying to Grow Alone? Who’s Guiding You This Year?

We’re diving deep into the world of support and accountability today, folks! Trying to Grow Alone? Who’s Guiding You This Year? If you’re feeling like you’re drifting solo on this journey, don’t sweat it—you're definitely not...
Does Anyone Even Care About Our Money but Me?
Dec. 17, 2025

Does Anyone Even Care About Our Money but Me?

Feeling like you’re the lone ranger in your family’s financial saga? Trust me, I get it. Does Anyone Even Care About Our Money but Me? It’s tough being the one juggling budgets, bills, and trying to make progress while your s...
Shaken by This Year? How Do You Build Financial Resilience?
Dec. 16, 2025

Shaken by This Year? How Do You Build Financial Resilience?

Feeling a bit shaky after this wild year? You're not alone! We dive into how to bounce back when life throws unexpected curveballs, like surprise bills or family emergencies. The main takeaway? Resilience isn’t just about luc...
Drifting Without Direction? Will You Let God Lead Your Money?
Dec. 15, 2025

Drifting Without Direction? Will You Let God Lead Your Money?

Ever feel like you’re just going through the motions with your finances but not really getting anywhere? Trust me, you’re not alone, and guess what? You’re not failing; you’re just drifting a bit. Drifting Without Direction? ...
Feeling Stalled? Which New Money Skill Will Grow You Next Year?
Dec. 14, 2025

Feeling Stalled? Which New Money Skill Will Grow You Next Year?

We're diving into some real talk about financial growth today, and the big takeaway? Mastering just one financial skill can seriously boost your confidence and your wallet. Feeling Stalled? Which New Money Skill Will Grow You...
Why Does Getting Organized Feel So Overwhelming?
Dec. 13, 2025

Why Does Getting Organized Feel So Overwhelming?

Why Does Getting Organized Feel So Overwhelming? Ready to tackle that mess? We’re diving into the chaos of clutter and how to transform it into sweet, sweet peace. I’m talking about the three-bin method: scan, file, and shred...
Why Do I Keep Saying ‘I’ll Do It Later?'
Dec. 12, 2025

Why Do I Keep Saying ‘I’ll Do It Later?'

I’m diving into the procrastination trap today, and let me tell you—it’s a slippery slope! Why do I keep saying, “I’ll do it later?” A whopping 71% of us admit to putting things off, and honestly, I thought that number would ...
Why Can’t I Keep My Financial Resolutions?
Dec. 11, 2025

Why Can’t I Keep My Financial Resolutions?

So, here’s the lowdown: we’re diving into why those New Year’s resolutions tend to crash and burn faster than you can say “gym membership.” I mean, we’re all fired up in January, right? But by February, it’s like we’ve hit a ...
Why Do My Money Goals Never Stick?
Dec. 10, 2025

Why Do My Money Goals Never Stick?

We’re diving into how to turn those big financial dreams into real, actionable goals that stick. Why Do My Money Goals Never Stick? You know that moment when you’re pumped in January but by February, it’s like, “What was I ev...
Why Do Big Bills Keep Blindsiding Me?
Dec. 9, 2025

Why Do Big Bills Keep Blindsiding Me?

Big bills can hit us like a ton of bricks, right? We’ve all felt that gut-wrenching panic when an unexpected expense pops up. But here’s the kicker: most of those surprises aren’t really surprises at all; they’re just unplann...
Why Do I Always Blow My January Budget?
Dec. 8, 2025

Why Do I Always Blow My January Budget?

Feeling like January's got you in a chokehold? Why Do I Always Blow My January Budget? You're definitely not alone! We dive into that all-too-familiar struggle of starting the new year with high hopes and watching them crash ...
Does My Giving Even Matter?
Dec. 7, 2025

Does My Giving Even Matter?

Today, we’re diving into a pretty relatable topic: Does My Giving Even Matter? I mean, who hasn’t looked at the big givers and thought, “What’s the point of my few bucks?” Here’s the deal—every little bit counts, and that’s w...
Nervous to Check Your Investments? A Gentle Review for Peace
Dec. 6, 2025

Nervous to Check Your Investments? A Gentle Review for Peace

Hey folks, today we’re diving into the nitty-gritty of facing our investments without losing our cool. Nervous to Check Your Investments? A Gentle Review for Peace. I mean, let’s be real: the markets can feel like a rollercoa...
Anxious About Savings? How to See God’s Provision in Your Progress
Dec. 5, 2025

Anxious About Savings? How to See God’s Provision in Your Progress

Today, we're diving into a topic that hits home for a lot of us: Anxious About Savings? How to See God’s Provision in Your Progress . Our listener brought up a great question about how to stop stressing and start trusting in ...
Discouraged by Slow Debt Progress? You’re Doing Better Than You Think
Dec. 4, 2025

Discouraged by Slow Debt Progress? You’re Doing Better Than You Think

Ever feel like you're stuck in a never-ending battle with credit card debt? Yeah, I get it. We dive into that struggle today, tackling the question of how to stay hopeful when those payments seem to vanish into thin air. The ...
Ashamed of Budget Mistakes? Let’s Debrief Without the Guilt
Dec. 3, 2025

Ashamed of Budget Mistakes? Let’s Debrief Without the Guilt

Budgeting can feel like a real bear, right? Well, get this: about 65% of households struggle to stick to a budget for even just three months. That’s a hefty number, and honestly, I think it might be even worse for just one mo...
Feeling Overwhelmed? Your 5-Step December Checklist for Financial Peace
Dec. 2, 2025

Feeling Overwhelmed? Your 5-Step December Checklist for Financial Peace

Only about one in three folks actually sit down to make a year-end financial checklist, and let me tell you, those who do feel 50% less stressed! Who wouldn’t want that kind of chill vibe during the holiday madness, right? Fe...