So often, money feels like something we’re supposed to figure out alone — a private, even isolating part of life. But the truth is, money is deeply relational. It impacts our families, friendships, and sense of belonging far more than we realize.

In this episode, I explore how to move from money as isolation to money as connection. I share why talking about money openly is powerful, how generosity can deepen community, and why learning to receive is just as important as giving.

Because when we bring money out of secrecy and into community, it stops being scary…and starts building belonging 💛

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This week, I’m sitting down with Alison Patterson, a philanthropic advisor and coach who helps people bring more purpose and joy into how they give. What I love most about Alison is the way she takes generosity out of the “exclusive club” of the wealthy and makes it something that’s accessible, meaningful, and empowering for all of us—no matter where we are financially.

In our conversation, Alison and I talk about: ✨ How giving isn’t about how much money you have, but about aligning your resources with your values ✨ Why generosity can be a powerful way for women to step into confidence and leadership ✨ The role mothers can play in modeling generosity for our kids ✨ And how to move from reactive giving to intentional generosity that actually feels good

This conversation is such a refreshing reminder that giving isn’t about scarcity or obligation—it’s about abundance, joy, and meaning.

You can connect with Alison here: 🌐 patterson-advisors.com 📧 alison@patterson-advisors.com (Reach out and share where you’re struggling—she’ll help you figure out how to get started!)

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In today's episode, I explore the less-talked-about side of money: non-spending attitudes. While spending habits often get all the attention (and guilt!), our beliefs and feelings about NOT spending can be just as powerful—and often more invisible.

I will dive into common mindsets around scarcity (“What if I need this later?”), shame about wealth (“If I have extra, people will judge me”), and discomfort with generosity (“What if I give too much and don’t have enough for myself?”). And I will unpack how these beliefs can shape our day-to-day lives just as much as our spending.

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In today's raw and honest episode, I chat with Nicole Stanley—founder of Arise Financial Coaching. We talk openly about navigating money with ADHD and the very real challenges that come with managing finances when ADHD is in the mix. Nicole offers practical strategies that actually work for brains wired differently—no rigid rules or “just try harder” advice here.

In this conversation, you’ll hear:

• Why standard money advice often falls flat for women and families dealing with ADHD

• How Nicole’s lived experience and ADHD-focused coaching help clients ditch shame, build confidence, and design systems that stick

• Approaches to parenting neurodivergent kids so they feel supported, not stressed out, around money

Nicole Stanley is the founder and head financial coach at Arise Financial Coaching. After overcoming her own financial anxiety and transforming her life from being $30K in debt to building a $250K+ net worth by age 27—all on an average salary and without shortcuts—Nicole created the Money Momentum Method. Her approach focuses on helping professionals, especially women and those with ADHD, eliminate financial stress and build confidence with practical, shame-free strategies. Nicole and her ADHD-informed team have guided over 600 clients worldwide, helping them save an average of $20,000 within six months. She has been featured by TIME, Yahoo Finance, and CNET and lives in Denver, Colorado with her husband and two children.

Find More From Nicole:

Website: https://www.arise.financial/about

IG: @arise.financial.coaching

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This week, I'm breaking down the very real (but mostly unspoken) phenomenon of financial dysmorphia: that nagging feeling where your bank statement says one thing, but your emotions tell a totally different story.

I share some relatable, everyday examples (hi, back-to-school budget spiral!) and explain why even "doing all the right things" financially can still leave you feeling stuck, not enough, or overwhelmed.

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On this week's episode, I'm sharing my conversation with Dr. Corinne Low—she’s an absolute powerhouse economist who helps to break down some big, sticky ideas about women, money, and why we’re always chasing that impossible dream of “having it all.”

In our conversation, we tackle:

• Why the whole “having it all” thing is kind of a myth—and how the systems around us keep pushing that pressure, even when it stresses us out

• The actual health benefits of saying NO (yes, it’s allowed!) and why protecting our boundaries isn’t selfish—it’s survival

• Simple, doable ways to get a grip on your money and claim some much-needed emotional independence, even when the world feels chaotic

Corinne shares her story, plenty of lightbulb moments, and some practical advice for anyone feeling the weight of expectations.

Find More from Corinne:

Get her book: https://www.corinnelow.com/book

Website: https://www.corinnelow.com/

IG: https://www.instagram.com/corinnelowphd/

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In today's episode, I diving into the wild ride that is fall. If you’re feeling thrown off by all the new expenses and busy schedules… same here.

In this episode, I'm sharing grounding practices that actually help, both with your money and your mindset. I’m sharing simple habits like weekly check-ins, jotting down a note or two about your finances, tiny rituals to reset, and giving yourself permission to pivot when things don’t go as planned.

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In this week's episode, I exploring how money and achievement get tangled up, especially for women juggling family, work, and endless expectations. I talk about the cultural reasons why financial success becomes a scorecard: social validation, security, gender roles, and capitalism’s push for productivity, as well as provide practical tips for untangling achievement from income.

And in case you need the reminder: Your worth isn’t measured by your paycheck or to-do list—it’s found in daily acts of intention, kindness, and resilience

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Are you interested in working 1:1 with me? I'm now officially a Certified Money Coach (CMC)® where I work with you to create greater balance, a higher consciousness and help you transform your relationship with money. This goal of this work is to guide you to a deeper understanding of the unconscious beliefs and patterns we carry that create stress and fear and hold us back from living the life that you want.

You can book a quick 15-minute call here so I can learn more about you and your goals for the program.

I'm so excited to be able to connect with you on a deeper level and help you discover what's blocking you from living the life you really want!