In this episode, I sit down with Melissa Lindsay Freedman, a wealth educator and coach who’s on a mission to help women create their wealthiest life by design.

We dive deep into the emotional and generational roots of financial scarcity, how women can shift from fear to empowerment around money, and why nervous system regulation might be the most overlooked piece of financial success.

Melissa and I talk about what happens when women finally look at their numbers, how shame and silence keep people broke, and why building wealth isn’t just about numbers—it’s about peace, clarity, and self-trust. From practical investing steps to the deeper mindset behind abundance, this conversation is all about reclaiming control, confidence, and calm when it comes to money.

Key Highlights:

- Leaning into joy: Why Melissa’s current obsession is simply being present and how that shapes her approach to wealth.

- Women and money shame: How secrecy, comparison, and conditioning keep women from talking openly about their finances.

- Breaking generational scarcity: How fear around money can be passed down—and how to finally stop that cycle.

- Abundance vs. scarcity: Redefining success from a calm, grounded nervous system instead of constant hustle or fear.

- The hidden millionaire problem: Many women don’t even realize their true net worth until they sit down and map it out.

- Money and emotional regulation: Why your state of mind directly impacts your financial decisions—and how to pause before reacting.

- Creating safety in finance: From life insurance and wills to organizing assets—why structure equals peace of mind.

- Crypto reality check: The smart way to approach digital currency—through education, use cases, and long-term vision.

- Practical investing 101: Understanding your risk tolerance before diving into stocks, crypto, or private equity.

- Building community over competition: Why Melissa and Whitney Woodcock are creating free spaces for women to connect and learn about wealth without shame.

Connect with Melissa Lindsay Freedman:

Instagram: @melissalindsayfreedman

Website: www.wealthywomeness.com

Money isn’t just math—it’s energy. When we silence the noise, regulate our emotions, and get radically honest about what we want, wealth becomes a byproduct of clarity and confidence. If this episode resonated, share it with someone ready to drop the shame and start building from peace.

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