Our first podcast interview is with a client, a single Mom of two children, who wants you to know; “YOU are worth it!”  She also wants you to know that you don’t have to feel guilt or shame around your money and that you can be prepared to cash flow life instead of using credit cards as your emergency fund. Her journey has brought her to a place where financial freedom is a reality, not a dream.

Meet Christine Golden, she found herself stressed out by her finances with no idea how to improve her situation.  As a High School Social Studies Teacher, Christine is passionate about setting her students up for success.  Whether it's in the classroom, through the many clubs she advises or as the coordinator for Cinderella’s Closet.  An initiative which allows students to find their dream dress for proms and formal dances who otherwise would not be able to afford such gowns.  

Christine has become the hero of her life.  By creating new healthy money habits, she has changed her relationship with money and is now leaving a legacy for her children!  We invite you to listen to her story.

Get inspired and take action!

Christine Golden’s Inspiring Quote: 
“My light at the end of my tunnel is a disco ball.” -Christine Golden

Christine Golden’s Action Steps: 
Get a Money Coach!  The investment in you will be invaluable.
Write out your priorities for right now and 5 or 10 years from now, then prioritize them.  If you have a partner or spouse do this together.  Once you have them in writing, hang them somewhere you will see them.  Christine has her hanging on her refrigerator.
Use cash only.  When you switch over to cash you know exactly where your money is going allowing to spend in line with your priorities.  

Christine Golden’s Book Recommendation:
Counting By 7s by Holly Goldberg Sloan
https://www.hollygoldbergsloan.com/counting-by-7s/

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