Hosts: Andrew Dewar & Catherine Collins
Let’s talk about one of the most common (and unspoken) fears: money. Whether you're afraid of not having enough, messing it up, or not knowing where to start — this episode is your guide to facing those fears with clarity and confidence.
🧠 What You'll Learn:
- Why even wealthy people are still scared of money
- The surprising psychology behind “bag lady syndrome”
- How fear of money is tied to survival instincts
- The first step to financial peace — and why it’s the hardest
- How to reframe money talk (with yourself and others)
🔑 Key Takeaways:
- Awareness is the starting point — know your numbers
- Fear thrives in the unknown — clarity calms the nervous system
- Find community and accountability — you don’t have to do it alone
- Create a vision — get clear on the life you’re building
- Talk kindly to yourself — your money story is still being written
💬 Quotes We Loved:
- “Discomfort now creates peace later.”
- “One email could save you $600 — or get you a refund.”
- “Being afraid of money doesn’t mean you’re bad with it — it means you're human.”
- “You don’t need to face it all today. Just take the first step.”
- “Your future self is already cheering you on.”
✨ Glimmers of the Week:
Cat: Negotiated her rent increase down with just one email. 🙌
Andrew: Resisted buying a neurofeedback gadget that didn’t fit his head — progress, not perfection. 💡
🛠️ Resources Mentioned:
- Mom’s Got Money by Catherine Collins → https://amzn.to/3USZzRn
- The Wealthy Barber by David Chilton → https://amzn.to/3UMi6Mp
- FIRE Movement (Financial Independence, Retire Early) → https://www.choosefi.com/what-is-fi/
🔗 Join the Journey:
👉 Book a FREE Clarity Call → https://fiveyearyou.com
📧 Email us → hello@fiveyearyou.com
📸 Follow us on Instagram → https://instagram.com/fiveyearyou
You’re doing better than you think.
Every time you face your fear, your future gets a little brighter.
Thanks for being one of the brave ones. 🙏
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