It's Not About The Money

In this episode, I explore the emotional and psychological patterns behind money behaviors, focusing on the fearful avoidant attachment style. I share personal stories and signs to recognize these patterns, offering insights into how to notice and break free from cycles of financial anxiety and avoidance.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to emotional money patterns
02:10 The ping-pong relationship with money
04:43 Signs of fearful avoidant attachment to money
07:10 Emotional triggers behind spending decisions
09:52 The cycle of control and avoidance
12:37 Why discipline alone doesn't fix money patterns
14:13 Building financial self-trust
16:41 The influence of childhood and upbringing
18:19 Moving towards balance and self-awareness
20:27 Practical steps to notice and pause
Resources:
Join the Money Circle - Our free monthly calls
Discover The Body of Wealth
Take the Money StoryTypes® quiz and discover your Money StoryType
Watch episode one in this series: The 4 Money Attachment Styles (And How To Spot Yours)
Watch episode two in this series: Why Knowing You're Financially Safe Doesn't Make You Feel Safe

In this episode, I explore the emotional side of financial safety, attachment styles, and how our feelings about money often don't match our actual financial situation. I share insights on how to build trust in ourselves and experience financial security beyond numbers.
 
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to emotional safety and money
02:01 The disconnect between financial facts and feelings
03:49 Attachment styles and their influence on money behavior
06:11 The anxious attachment style and fear of loss
08:52 Trust, trustworthiness, and financial decision-making
12:07 The impact of financial milestones on emotional safety
15:13 Recognizing and sitting with financial discomfort
18:09 The importance of lived experience over reassurance
21:12 Building a secure relationship with money
24:08 Practical steps to notice and bridge the gap
Resources:
Join the Money Circle - Our free monthly calls
Discover The Body of Wealth
Take the Money StoryTypes® quiz and discover your Money StoryType
Attached by Amir Levine and Rachel Heller, and my episode on the best money books that aren't about money
Catch up on my Who Do You Trust With Your Money episode
Watch episode one in this series: The 4 Money Attachment Styles (And How To Spot Yours)

In this episode, I explore how attachment styles influence our relationship with money, revealing patterns that can help us understand and improve our financial behaviors.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and personal story
01:07 Why attachment styles matter in money
02:33 The four attachment styles and their relevance to money
04:37 The anxious attachment style and its signs
14:54 The avoidant attachment style and avoidance behaviors
18:33 The cycle of financial yo-yoing and emotional patterns
24:01 The secure attachment style and emotional regulation
28:37 Recognizing your current attachment style and next steps
Resources:
Join the Money Circle - Our free monthly calls
Discover The Body of Wealth
Read Attached
Catch up on last weeks episode - Who Do You Trust With Your Money
Uncover the best books that teach you about money that are not money books

In this episode, I delve into the complex relationship between trust and money. I explore who we trust with our finances, the importance of self-trust, and how our emotional attachments to money influence our financial decisions. The conversation highlights the need for a deeper understanding of our relationship with money, especially in times of uncertainty, and sets the stage for future discussions on money psychology and financial independence.



 

Chapters

00:00 Exploring Trust in Financial Relationships
08:08 The Importance of Self-Trust with Money
12:57 Understanding Attachments to Money




Resources:

Join the Money Circle - Our free monthly calls
Discover The Body of Wealth

financial tool supporting vulnerable individuals. This episode explores the importance of independence, safety, and innovative solutions in financial inclusion for at-risk groups.





Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Jane and her story

01:45 Caregiving challenges and personal motivation

04:12 The problem of financial management for vulnerable adults

07:12 Experiences with scams and managing risks

09:47 Initial workarounds and their limitations

13:03 Deciding to create a solution and the journey to Dragon's Den

17:10 The impact of public exposure and support from investors

20:11 Why widening access to financial tools matters

22:52 Features of the Sibstar debit card and app

25:45 How to approach conversations about financial safety

30:01 The social impact of empowering vulnerable populations

32:57 Navigating caregiving responsibilities and financial planning

35:14 Next steps for Sibstar and future collaborations

36:12 Closing thoughts and encouragement for caregivers


Resources:

Join the Money Circle - Our free monthly calls

Discover The Body of Wealth

Learn more about Sibstar

See Jayne on Dragon's Den

Connect with Sibstar on LinkedIn

Connect with Sibstar on Instagram

Read How to talk about money with someone you care for