"I'll get 6 jobs before I move to a new place..." How Unmet Childhood Needs Impact Spending Behaviors
Description
In this episode, Dr. Shay speaks with Dr. Charmaine Conner who shares her money story about growing up in a financially unstable household and the impact it had on her relationship with money. Charmaine discusses her desire for financial security and how it led to overspending and neglecting her financial well-being. Dr. Tracy Williams joins the conversation to provide insights and guidance on managing money scripts, setting boundaries, and navigating guilt and shame associated with upward mobility. The episode emphasizes the importance of understanding our past experiences and needs in order to develop a healthy relationship with money.
Takeaways:
- Our relationship with money is often shaped by our past experiences and needs.
- Financial security can lead to overspending and neglecting financial well-being.
- Setting boundaries is crucial in managing financial obligations to family members.
- Guilt and shame are common emotions associated with upward mobility.
- Understanding our money scripts and addressing them can help improve our financial behaviors.
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