Ep. #14: Rein in Holiday Expectations

11/25/24 • 25 min

Tackle common holiday beliefs and expectations that drive overspending. From feeling like you “owe it to your kids to make the holidays magical” to the trap of “I’ll deal with the debt later,” we’ll uncover where these thoughts come from and how to reframe them to align with your values.

You’ll learn practical, budget-friendly strategies for celebrating the season without sabotaging your finances, including:

How to set and stick to a holiday budget.
Why focusing on experiences over things creates more lasting joy.
Thoughtful, low-cost gift ideas that truly show you care.
How to redefine holiday success and embrace simplicity.

This episode is packed with actionable tips to help you create a happy, meaningful holiday season while protecting your financial peace.
Whether you’re navigating gift-giving, social pressures, or family expectations, you’ll walk away feeling empowered to make choices that reflect what matters most to you.

Join me as we make this holiday season one of joy, connection, and financial freedom.
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You’ll learn practical, budget-friendly strategies for celebrating the season without sabotaging your finances, including:

How to set and stick to a holiday budget.
Why focusing on experiences over things creates more lasting joy.
Thoughtful, low-cost gift ideas that truly show you care.
How to redefine holiday success and embrace simplicity.

Join me as we make this holiday season one of joy, connection, and financial freedom.
Subscribe to the podcast AND leave a review!!

Schedule a 15-minute consultation call with me here: https://link.thesmallbusinessguru.com/widget/bookings/clarity-session-15-min-discovery-session

Follow me on:

IG @LifeChangesByYou (https://www.instagram.com/lifechangesbyyou/)

FB at Amanda Jacob (https://www.facebook.com/amanda.jacob19)

You can also join the supportive community on Facebook at ‘Your Mind & Money’ (https://www.facebook.com/share/DCavoZ1gu9qXYSJF/) to continue your journey towards financial empowerment.

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Ep. #13: Too Busy To Budget?

Do you ever feel like managing your money is just one more thing on your endless to-do list?

Maybe you tell yourself, “I’m just not good with money,” or “I’ll deal with it later.” If so, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to stay stuck.

In this episode, we’ll tackle the most common limiting beliefs that keep you from taking control of your finances and explore why they feel so real.

More importantly, we’ll show you how to rewrite these stories into ones that serve you. Using my four pillars—awareness, curiosity, intention, and action—you’ll learn how to shift your mindset, make confident financial decisions, and take meaningful steps toward your goals.

I’ll also share quick, time-efficient strategies designed for busy people to start managing money with ease. You’ll walk away with practical tools to reduce overwhelm and build financial confidence in just minutes a day.

If you’re ready to turn avoidance into action, this episode is for you. Let’s take the first step toward the financial clarity, peace, and freedom you deserve.

Subscribe to the podcast AND leave a review!!

Schedule a 15-minute consultation call with me here: https://link.thesmallbusinessguru.com/widget/bookings/clarity-session-15-min-discovery-session

And don't forget to follow me on

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You can also join the supportive community on Facebook at ‘Your Mind & Money’ (https://www.facebook.com/share/DCavoZ1gu9qXYSJF/) to continue your journey towards financial empowerment.

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Ep. #15: Anxiety and Money

Money is more than numbers—it’s tied to emotions, security, and even self-worth.

In this episode, we dive into the emotional weight of money and the financial anxiety that so many of us experience.

Learn what financial anxiety is, where it comes from, and how it impacts every area of your life.

I share my personal journey of overcoming financial anxiety and provide practical, actionable steps to help you create awareness, take control, and rewrite your relationship with money.

Subscribe to the podcast AND leave a review!!

Schedule a 15-minute consultation call with me here: https://link.thesmallbusinessguru.com/widget/bookings/clarity-session-15-min-discovery-session

And don't forget to follow me on

IG @LifeChangesByYou (https://www.instagram.com/lifechangesbyyou/)

FB at Amanda Jacob (https://www.facebook.com/amanda.jacob19)

You can also join the supportive community on Facebook at ‘Your Mind & Money’ (https://www.facebook.com/share/DCavoZ1gu9qXYSJF/) to continue your journey towards financial empowerment.