Money is Not Your Problem

In this week's episode, we are joined by a special guest, Dr. Jennifer Finlayson Fife, a licensed therapist specializing in working with LDS couples on sexuality and relationship issues. However, in this conversation, we delve into her personal financial journey.
Dr. Finlayson-Fife reflects on the examples, encouragement, and lessons she learned from her parents while growing up in a large family. She shares her entrepreneurial aspirations from a young age and how she has utilized these talents throughout her life.
One key aspect discussed in this episode is how Dr. Finlayson-Fife and her husband approach financial decision-making. They have discovered a way to leverage their natural strengths and align their values, allowing them to work together and thrive in this area. Their unique perspective on money management provides insights on how couples can navigate financial decisions while honoring their individuality and fostering a strong partnership.
She also shares a difficult choice she made in her life. Despite numerous opportunities to pursue her career, she decided to prioritize staying home and caring for her children. Over time, she found a way to embrace her career while maintaining a balance between being a mom and pursuing her professional goals. It's truly remarkable how she managed to excel in both aspects and positively impact people's lives through her wisdom, teaching, and mindset.
Join us for an inspiring journey as Dr. Jennifer Finlayson Fife shares her insights and reflections on one of the most avoided subjects: money.

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Zil Eiler is a Life & Business Coach. She comes from a family of entrepreneurs, where she learned foundational business concepts at a very young age.
She launched her very first business at the age of 16 while studying Business Administration as a freshman at College in São Paulo, Brazil.
Besides creating businesses, she has also worked in Corporate America, receiving Top Sales and production awards.
Today she lives in So Cal with her 3 kids and hubby and has focused her efforts on coaching coaches and entrepreneurs to gain the confidence, mindset shifts, and skills necessary to build a successful business their way.
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This episode is a special recap of my presentation at the BYU Women’s Conference in May 2024. I'm excited to share my journey and the valuable financial principles that have transformed my family’s financial health.

During my talk at the conference, I highlighted the importance of setting your financial house in order, drawing inspiration from both scripture and modern-day prophets. I emphasized that understanding and learning financial principles is crucial for making better financial decisions. I shared personal anecdotes from my own experiences growing up in Brazil and the financial mistakes I made early on, stressing the need for financial literacy and responsible money management.

I outlined four key principles that can change your financial course:

1. Principle 1: Understand and Learn Financial Principles: Observe, learn, and teach money management within your family.
2. Principle 2: Teach Our Families: Engage your kids in financial discussions, teach them to earn, save, give, and spend wisely.
3. Principle 3: Achieve Debt Freedom: Embrace a debt-free lifestyle to gain financial freedom.
4. Principle 4: Experience Temporal and Spiritual Blessings: By practicing consistent small efforts, you can harness the power of compound interest and enjoy financial and spiritual rewards.

By embracing these principles, you can reduce anxiety, increase spiritual receptivity, and gain the freedom to choose how to use your resources. I concluded with encouraging words, reminding everyone that small, consistent efforts can lead to significant financial blessings, allowing us to serve others and build a secure financial future.

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In this episode, our guest, Vania Valtriani, shares her incredible journey of overcoming a life-threatening health crisis and how it transformed her outlook on life, faith, and finances. Originally from São Paulo, Brazil, Vania moved to the United States with her family in search of better opportunities. What started as a typical immigrant story quickly took a dramatic turn when she suffered a hemorrhagic stroke that left her in a coma for several months. Her story is one of faith, resilience, and the miraculous power of healing, deeply rooted in her spiritual beliefs and the unwavering support of her family.

Vania recounts the moment when doctors gave her husband and children the grim news that she had no chance of survival. However, her family's faith never wavered, and through their prayers and a blessing given by her husband, Vania experienced what she describes as a miracle. She vividly recalls a spiritual encounter during her coma, where she communicated with her deceased father and felt the overwhelming love of Jesus Christ, which she credits with her recovery. This life-altering experience not only changed her perspective on life and death but also solidified her mission to share her story with the world, leading her to write a book and create a YouTube channel to inspire others.

While most of us may not have such profound faith experiences, Vania’s story reminds us that if we pay attention, we can recognize confirmations of God’s guidance, assurance, and strength in our lives. Her journey also touches on the financial challenges she faced post-recovery, including a staggering hospital bill that was miraculously reduced, allowing her to focus on her new mission rather than financial burdens. Vania shares practical advice on handling finances, emphasizing the importance of saving, even in small amounts, and trusting in divine provision. Her story is a testament to the power of faith, the importance of family, and the belief that even in the darkest times, miracles are possible.

In this episode, Vania teaches us about the strength that comes from faith, the importance of family support during life’s trials, and how even the smallest acts of financial prudence can make a significant difference. Her story serves as a powerful reminder that, through faith and perseverance, we can navigate the challenges in our lives and find the guidance and strength we need to move forward.
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No matter how much we talk about goals, if you use an achievement-only approach, your results will most likely not last. Scientific studies prove that the most successful approach for lasting results is having a compelling reason and focusing on who you want to become, your identity. Researchers like Dr. Edwin Locke, Dr. Barry Goldman, Dr. Gary Latham, and even author James Clear have concluded that personal identity goals strategies support successful behavior change and goal achievement (Goldman, Masterson, Locke, et al., 2002).
In this week's episode, we discussed a simple 3-way approach designed to help you better set your goals for becoming good with money and achieving financial prosperity. This approach starts with who you want to become and your vision for the future; then, we look at who you are right now and then what strategies we need to use to bridge the gap.

These three simple yet powerful steps that can transform your vision into reality:

There: Visualize your future financial goals. Who is the person who has the results you want to achieve?

Now: Take a moment to reflect on yourself today. What are your habits? How do you use your time? What are your emotional and behavioral patterns?

The Bridge: Now, identify what you need to change to become who you want to be: the person who has the financial results you desire.

We invite you to take some time to complete this exercise. It could be the crucial first step toward achieving financial freedom and realizing your dreams. We're rooting for you!

Special Workshop Invitation:
We're thrilled to invite you to my upcoming webinar, "The Real Reason Why You Are Broke and How to Change That." This workshop is designed to help you uncover why you feel stuck in your financial life and give you strategies to start creating a new relationship with money. Sign up NOW at strasburgcoaching.com/broke

• Workshop Title: "The Real Reason Why You Are Broke and How to Change That"
• Date & Time: Wednesday, March 27, at 11 AM MST
• Registration: Secure your spot in this life-changing workshop by signing up at strasburgcoaching.com/broke.

The Future YOU, who is great with money, is in your hands! See you at the workshop.

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