“Emotions drive money decisions all day, every day. If we can normalize that for clients and listeners, it resonates deeply for a lot of us.”

Step into the world of financial therapy with our host, Ed Coambs, and Khara Croswaite Brindle, a leading voice in this rapidly growing field. Khara uncovers the emotional undercurrents that shape our financial decisions, urging us to recognize and embrace the "gray" areas where logic often takes a backseat to emotions. Through insights into frameworks like the Enneagram and attachment theory, Ed and Khara explore how understanding our emotional responses can lead to better money management and financial intimacy.

Ed and Khara dig into how money influences everyday decisions, from the mundane to the monumental. Khara shares personal anecdotes that illustrate the complex dance between perceived value and actual quality, especially in the context of therapy and professional services. They also tackle the often tricky territory of setting professional rates, reminding us that the price tag isn't always an indicator of quality, and how financial therapy can aid in untangling these nuanced threads.

Their discussion also shines a light on the personal journey therapists must embark on to serve their clients more effectively. Khara emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and supervision in maintaining a balanced therapeutic stance. To help listeners on their path to financial well-being, she introduces a practical workbook designed to guide you through the complexities of your own financial beliefs. Let's challenge those preconceived notions about wealth and nurture healthier financial mindsets together.

Key Topics:

• The Role of Emotions in Financial Decisions (00:00)
• The Impact of Financial Therapy (08:10)
• The Importance of Values in Financial Decisions (12:41)
• The Framework of Financial Therapy (15:25)
• Emotional Neutrality in Financial Decisions (36:19)
• The Impact of Media and Cultural Influences on Financial Beliefs (38:38)
• Practical Tools and Resources for Financial Therapy (44:46)
• Final Thoughts and Advice for Listeners (46:23)

Resources:

• Croswaite Counseling PLLC

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