If you’ve ever felt stuck in debt, living paycheck to paycheck, or wondering where all your money goes, this episode will change everything. Discover the one simple budgeting habit that can completely transform your finances without restriction, stress, or confusion.

In This Episode You’ll Learn:

• Why most people stay trapped in debt even when they’re “budgeting”
• The one five-minute daily habit that gives you total control of your money
• How Kate paid off $35,000 of debt in six months using this exact system
• Why awareness, not income, is the foundation of financial freedom
• How to uncover hundreds or even thousands of “hidden dollars” each month

Key Timestamps:

00:01 – The budgeting myth that keeps you broke

01:16 – The real definition of “The Smell of Money”

03:01 – Lisa’s personal story: from debt to financial freedom

07:30 – The awareness gap: why most budgets fail

09:38 – How tracking changed everything

11:59 – Your 3 simple steps to start today

14:09 – The challenge that will change your money story

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Ready to stop feeling broke, guilty, and overwhelmed about money—even after divorce? Inside The Smell of Money, you’ll get the tools to rebuild financial stability, master your money mindset, and create a financial plan that finally feels simple. Whether you’re looking for smart investment strategies, clarity with your budget, or even how to start investing with just $100, this is where you’ll find the confidence and stability you’ve been craving.

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Intro/Outro music "IDM" by Christa Lily