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Love Your Mom Life222. Money Isn't Scary with Meghan Dwyer (Rewind Wednesday)Get your copy of Nikki's book today on Audible, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and through Bookshop.Org, where every purchase supports your local bookstore.Want a sneak peek of Nikki's book? Download a FREE chapter!Today, we’re revisiting what we loved about Nikki's conversation with Certified Financial Planner, mother of two, and host of the Money Isn't Scary podcast, Meghan Dwyer. Meghan stops by to explain why it's OK to like money and how to feel more at peace and in control of yo...2025-07-1636 min
Take Back Retirement103: Essential Internal Money Healing with Meghan DwyerOur hosts Stephanie McCullough and Kevin Gaines discuss the emotional side of money management with Meghan Dwyer, a Certified Financial Planner and the host of the "Money Isn't Scary" Podcast. Meghan's vision-mission is all about challenging societal norms and empowering women to take charge of their finances with confidence. She helps us uncover the hidden emotional influences that shape our financial decisions and shares her insights on moving from a mindset of fear to one of abundance. “How we earn our money is emotional,” says Meghan. “How we spend our money is emoti...2024-11-3046 min
Money TalkAvoiding the Typical Bad Money Beliefs with Meghan Dwyer - 152Send me a textIn today’s episode, we’re talking about why we are so commonly scared of our money and how we can begin to overcome bad money beliefs. There’s a lot of great insight from today’s episode. Meghan Dwyer is a Certified Financial Planner and host of the ‘Money Isn’t Scary’ podcast. After spending 15 years watching women take a passive role in the management of their money, she’s on a mission to help them stop playing small. By challenging the societal norms around women and money, Meghan aims to empower women to make mo...2024-10-0135 min
Alive & Well – Burnout, Anxiety, Nervous System, Productivity, Time Management, Somatic Tools, Work-Life Balance272 - Money Talks: From Scarcity & Fear to Abundance & Confidence with Meghan Dwyer of Money Isn’t ScaryWhat is your first reaction when you think about money?If anxiety or shame arises when it comes to managing your cash, you’re not alone (wait ‘til you hear about my panic-attack moment the first time I met with a new financial advisor).Or maybe you feel under-educated or in over your head when it comes to making important financial decisions. My guest today is Meghan Dwyer, a Certified Financial Planner and host of the ‘Money Isn’t Scary’ podcast where she helps women take an active role in their money management. Society...2024-07-2638 min
Demystifying MoneyFinancial Self-Care: Empowering Women to Improve Their Money Relationships with Meghan DwyerIn this episode of Demystifying Money, we dive deep into the emotional aspects of financial decision-making and strategic debt management with Meghan Dwyer. Learn how to align your spending with your values and upgrade your money mindset.Strategic use of low-interest debt versus investing.Coping strategies for emotional spending.The importance of financial literacy, especially for women.Unlearning negative societal messages about money.Personalized financial planning and goal setting amidst societal pressures.Where to find Meghan DwyerWebsite: www.moneyisntscary.comFacebook: facebook.com/MoneyIsntScaryInstagram: @moneyisntscaryWhere to find Misty Website: mi...2024-05-2038 min
Everyone's Talkin' MoneyMoney Isn't Scary: How to Approach Money With Ease with Meghan DwyerDid you ever have bad dreams when you were a kid? Maybe you thought something was lurking in your closet or under your bed - the boogie monster. Now, that boogie monster might be replaced by bad dreams about money. Our guest, Meghan Dwyer, a Certified Financial Planner and host of the Money Isn’t Scary podcast, is here to remove all those bad money dreams and help you go from financial fear to financial freedom. I get that money might feel scary - it’s a primal need, and you can’t escape it. So, how do you move m...2024-03-1142 min
The Catherine B. Roy ShowEmpowering Women Through Financial Knowledge with Meghan DwyerJoin us on The Catherine B. Roy Show for an empowering conversation with Meghan Dwyer, Certified Financial Planner and host of the 'Money Isn't Scary' podcast. Meghan is on a mission to help women break free from playing small with their money and step into a place of abundance and confidence.🔍 Meghan highlights the importance of financial knowledge in combating the tendency for women to play small with their finances. Discover why understanding your net worth, cash flow, and basic financial reports is fundamental for financial empowerment.💡 Don't miss this enlightening episode as Meghan shares invalu...2024-02-1543 min
Atomic MommyEmpowering Parents with Financial Confidence - Meghan Dwyer on Atomic Mommy🌟 Join us in this enlightening episode on Atomic Mommy, as our host Kim Pangaro welcomes the inspiring Meghan Dwyer, the voice behind the 'Money Isn't Scary' podcast. 🎧
👩🏫 In today’s world, discussing money with our children can seem daunting. But what if we told you it doesn't have to be? Meghan Dwyer, a seasoned financial expert and passionate advocate for financial literacy, joins us to demystify the world of money for parents.
🌈 In this episode, Meghan shares her expert insights on how to approach money as a natural and integral part of life, rather than something to fear. From practical tips on i...2024-01-1739 min
Moms Overcoming Overwhelm | Decluttering Tips, Declutter, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home Organization86 // Struggle with Impulse Purchases? Intentional Purchasing and Values-Based Spending Strategies with Meghan Dwyer from Money Isn’t ScaryRight now you are likely experiencing the post-holiday glow…or the post-holiday spending hangover. And even if you didn’t blow your budget in 2023, you may struggle with impulse purchases. The average American spent $151 per month on impulse purchases in 2023, or over $1800 in a year. If spending money more intentionally in 2024 is one of your goals, today’s episode with Meghan Dwyer is for you.
Meghan is a Certified Financial Planner and host of the Money Isn’t Scary podcast. After spending 15 years watching women take a passive role in the management of their money, she’s on a missi...2023-12-2830 minMoms Overcoming Overwhelm | Decluttering Tips, Declutter, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home Organization86 // Struggle with Impulse Purchases? Intentional Purchasing and Values-Based Spending Strategies with Meghan Dwyer from Money Isn’t ScaryRight now you are likely experiencing the post-holiday glow…or the post-holiday spending hangover. And even if you didn’t blow your budget in 2023, you may struggle with impulse purchases. The average American spent $151 per month on impulse purchases in 2023, or over $1800 in a year. If spending money more intentionally in 2024 is one of your goals, today’s episode with Meghan Dwyer is for you.
Meghan is a Certified Financial Planner and host of the Money Isn’t Scary podcast. After spending 15 years watching women take a passive role in the management of their money, she’s on a missi...2023-12-2830 minEveryone's Talkin' MoneyFrom Financial Fear to Financial Freedom with Meghan DwyerDid you ever have bad dreams when you were a kid? Maybe you thought there was something lurking in your closet or under your bed - the boogie monster. Now, that boogie monster might be replaced by bad dreams about money. Our guest, Meghan Dwyer, a Certified Financial Planner and host of the Money Isn’t Scary podcast, is here to take away all those bad money dreams and help you go from financial fear to financial freedom. I get that money might feel scary - it’s a primal need, and you can’t escape it. So how do you...2023-12-0542 min
The Clever Girls Know Podcast With Bola Sokunbi311: The Biggest Areas Where Women Play Small With Their Money With Meghan DwyerOn today’s podcast episode, Meghan Dwyer discusses the biggest areas where women play small with their money and how to go from playing small to playing big! Meghan is a Certified Financial Planner and host of the ‘Money Isn’t Scary’ podcast. After spending 15 years watching women take a passive role in the management of their money, she’s on a mission to help them stop playing small. By challenging the societal norms around women and money, Meghan aims to empower women to make money decisions out of a sense of abundance and confidence, rather than scarcity and fear. When Megha...2023-11-2850 min
The FitMoney PodcastOvercoming our Financial Fears with Meghan DwyerToday, FitMoney Executive Director Jessica Pelletier is joined by Meghan Dwyer, a Certified Financial Planner and host of the "Money Isn’t Scary" podcast. Meghan’s on a mission to empower women to take control of their money and make confident decisions. Together, Jessica and Meghan discuss why logging on to our bank can be intimidating, how we have these conversations with kids, and how you, by the end of the episode, can feel better approaching your financial wellbeing.Connect with Our Guest:Website: https://www.moneyisntscary.com/Connect with FitMoney:Website: http://fitm...2023-11-0825 min
Lifestyle EntrepreneurMaster Your Money Mindset with Meghan Dwyer Sue is joined by Meghan Dwyer, a financial planner and host of the podcast "Money Isn't Scary," to discuss why money is such a scary topic for many people, especially women. She highlights the lack of financial education in schools and the cultural messages that women receive about their ability to handle money. Meghan shares her own experiences and struggles with money, including imposter syndrome and feelings of unworthiness. She also discusses the importance of self-reflection, self-compassion, and aligning financial decisions with personal values. KEY TAKEAWAYS Money is often seen as a scary topic b...2023-10-1825 min
Bringing Education HomeEpisode 46 - Meghan Dwyer - What is your money story tell your family?Episode 46 - Meghan Dwyer - What is your money story tell your family? Meghan Dwyer Meghan Dwyer is a Certified Financial Planner and host of the ‘Money Isn’t Scary’ podcast. After spending 15 years watching women take a passive role in the management of
their money, she’s on a mission to help them stop playing small. By challenging the societal norms around women and money, Meghan aims to empower women to make money
decisions out of a sense of abundance and confidence, rather than scarcity and fear. When Meghan isn’t working, she loves running, w...2023-09-2243 min
The Binge FactorHow Can Women Achieve Financial Independence From A Place Of Abundance And Confidence? With Meghan Dwyer Of Money Isn't ScaryDuring the pandemic, financial planner Meghan Dwyer was looking for good advice about financial independence for working mothers taking care of small children. She wanted to discover a deeper purpose for how she spends and saves money. When she was unable to find what she was looking for, she decided to do it herself. Meghan joins Tracy Hazzard to share how she started Money Isn’t Scary, a podcast that breaks the stigma surrounding financial discussions. She talks about guiding working moms with kids on creating a more meaningful and confident approach when making financial decisions and strategies. Meghan al...2023-09-1330 minLove Your Mom Life142. Money Isn't Scary with Meghan DwyerTune in to hear Nikki's conversation with Certified Financial Planner, mother of two, and host of the Money Isn't Scary podcast, Meghan Dwyer. Meghan stops by to explain why it's OK to like money and how to feel more at peace and in control of your finances, especially as we head into the holidays. Connect with Meghan on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/MoneyIsntScary) or Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/moneyisntscary/), and be sure to check out her website (https://www.moneyisntscary.com/ ). Support the show...2023-09-1336 min
Money Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementThe Connection Between Mental Health and Finance with Joyce MarterHi you guys, welcome to another episode of the Money Isn’t Scary podcast – I’m Meghan Dwyer. Today, I’m sharing my conversation with Licensed psychotherapist, entrepreneur, national speaker and mental health thought leader, Joyce Marter.
Joyce Marter is a licensed psychotherapist, entrepreneur, national public speaker, and a mental health thought leader. She is the founder of Urban Balance (a national outpatient mental health company) and the author of The Financial Mindset Fix: A Mental Fitness Program for an Abundant Life.
In our conversation, we talk about:
The connection between mental health and financia...2023-07-1949 min
Wellness for Financial GrownupsHealthy shopping habits for financial grownups with Meghan DwyerCertified Financial Planner Meghan Dwyer, who hosts the Money Isn’t Scary Podcast shares her strategies to manage the urge to splurge while still getting what you need. For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.bobbirebell.com/podcast/meghan-dwyer2023-05-1620 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementWhy We Need Salary Transparency and A Healthy Relationship with MoneyToday, I talk about salary transparency laws in the U.S. and how they are a start, but there's more work to be done. We need to also do our part by working through our own relationship with ourselves and money and talk about it, so we can advocate on our own behalf and help other women do it too.
Link to where salary transparency laws as currently in effect
Reshma Saujani's Book: Pay Up: The Future of Women and Work
2023-03-2211 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementFriday Real Talk – Rejection and Leprechaun TrapsToday, I'm share a little bit about my week: how I feel about the pressures of upgraded holidays and the universal feeling of rejection. Enjoy!!
2023-03-1711 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementNavigating Social Media, Breadwinning and Millennial Motherhood with Catherine AlfordToday I'm sharing my conversation with entrepreneur, educator and author, Catherine Alford. Cat is so authentic, honest and funny - this was such a great conversation!
Cat Alford is a nationally recognized financial educator who started her business with a $10 domain name and grew it into a multifaceted, six-figure digital media company.
She is the creator of www.CatherineAlford.com, the co-founder of www.MillennialHomeowner.com, and the author of the book Mom’s Got Money: A millennial mom’s guide to managing money like a boss.
Through her work, she offers a suite...2023-03-1544 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementFriday Real Talk - Travel Plans and Burnout LessonsIt's been a week! Today I'm sharing what's gone on in my world and my personal insights on the trip I booked and the conversation I had around burnout and worthiness. This is a good one if you want some support in getting to the root of some of your shame.
Have a good weekend!
2023-03-1009 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementToday is International Women’s Day! Let’s Celebrate Women Pioneers in FinanceIn honor of International Women's Day and Women's History month, today I talk about 9 women pioneers in the finance and financial services field. We always hear about the men, but these rarely talked-about women have made history in their own right and deserve more recognition.
Let's also embrace International Women's Day by supporting each other - shout out to all those warriors and pioneers in the everyday who crush it without any recognition. I see you and I'm here for you! Sending everyone out there hugs today!
2023-03-0814 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementFriday Real Talk - Kindergarten Registration and BoundariesToday, I share the stories that I've been telling myself this week and how I've learned (with help of a life coach friend and my therapist) how to reframe them.
2023-03-0310 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementKnowledge is Power with Forensic Accountant, Tracy CoenenToday, I share my conversation with Forensic Accountant, Tracy Coenen. We talk about all the ways women can feel empowered around their money, whether your contemplating divorce, going through the divorce process, or in a stable marriage. They key component is having healthy conversations about money.
Tracy created both the Divorce Money Guide and the Marriage Money Guide to help women feel more confident having these conversations.
How you can find Tracy:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divorcemoneyguide/
Website: https://www.fraudcoach.com/divorcemoneyguide
2023-02-2841 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementFriday Real Talk - School Vacation and Self-TrustToday on Friday Real Talk, I share what's going on for me this week - the challenges and triggers that have come up with my kids home for school break and how I'm using this as an opportunity to tune into my needs and trust myself a little bit more.
2023-02-2411 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementLove to Shop the Sale Rack? Why we’re Obsessed with Getting a DealToday I dive into the psychological reasons why we love shopping sales. I go into the different ways we can't resist a good sales and discuss how being intentional helps us to avoid spending just for thrill of getting the deal.
2023-02-2213 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementFriday Real Talk - Valentines and PerfectionismToday I'm sharing my perspectives on real life this week: the craziness of valentines day with kids and how I got caught up in another battle with perfectionism. I'm also celebrating 100 episodes this week!
Sending hugs as we head into the weekend!
2023-02-1709 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementBreaking Down our Relationship with Money with Dr. Morgan AndersonToday I am sharing my conversation with clinical psychologist and relationship coach, Dr. Morgan Anderson. Dr. Morgan knows how to keep it real while helping to empower women to take an honest look at their relationships – of all kinds, including their relationship with money. She helps women to re-discover their self-worth and find peace, which is why we’re so aligned and why I was so excited to talk to her.
Dr. Morgan Anderson is a clinical psychologist, attachment theory expert and host of the ‘Lets Get Vulnerable’ podcast. She is the creator of the Empowered.Secure.Loved rel...2023-02-1539 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementFriday Real TalkToday's a raw episode where I fill you in on what's going on in my life and what I'm learning. Hope you all can relate! We need each other!
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The Think Happy PodcastEP 70: Breaking Down Finances with Financial Planner, Meghan Dwyer | Part 2Tune into part two of my conversation with the brilliant (and super relatable) Meghan Dwyer! Laugh along with us as we talk about splurging at Target, understanding net worth, and how money doesn’t have to be scary!
Key Points:
Common “spending traps”
Financial self care
Links referenced during this episode:
thinkhappyco.com/coaching
drinkbasis.com/thinkhappy
Can't get enough of Think Happy?
FREE Priorities, Balance, & Consistency Class: https://thinkhappyco.com/free-class
Support the show: www.patreon.com/thinkhappy2023-02-0833 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementHow Being Vulnerable Can Change Your Relationship with MoneyToday, I talk about vulnerability and its role in our relationship with money. I dig into why we're comfortable being vulnerable about certain topis but not money and share ways we can embrace being vulnerable to demonstrate courage not weakness.
Brene Brown's TED talk: The Power of Vulnerability
https://www.ted.com/talks/brene_brown_the_power_of_vulnerability?language=en
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Real Life MomzThe Magic Behind Target with Meghan Dwyer, CFPBonus Episode:
This week I am taking a trip to target with Meghan Dwyer, a working mom, a wife, a financial planner, and podcast host of Money Isn't Scary, which helps women unpack the deeply embedded stories they have been telling themselves and reframe our mindset so that we can begin to spend, save and act in alignment with our intentions.
Join us as Meghan and I walk down the aisles of Target and discuss why we get distracted when shopping and why we end up buying more than we came for.2023-02-0333 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementHappiness, Intention and Goldendoodles with Kaitlin CuevasToday, I'm sharing my conversation with Kaitlin Cuevas, owner and founder of Think Happy Co.
Kaitlin is the owner and founder of Think Happy Co. As she says in the episode, she is a lover of French roast coffee, goldendoodles, and pump-up music. She believes happiness is something we each create for ourselves and that YOU are in the drivers seat of your own life. Outside of work, she is mom to Eleanor and new baby James, wife to Oakley and dog-mom to her goldendoodle, Guppy.
You guys can find Kaitlin on Instagram @thinkhappy_co2023-02-0155 minThe Think Happy PodcastEP 69: Breaking Down Finances with Financial Planner, Meghan Dwyer | Part 1Tune into part one of my conversation with the brilliant (and super relatable) Meghan Dwyer! Laugh along with us as we talk about splurging at Target, understanding net worth, and how money doesn’t have to be scary!
Key Points:
Why money IS scary
Tips for setting financial goals
Links referenced during this episode:
thinkhappyco.com/coaching
drinkbasis.com/thinkhappy
Can't get enough of Think Happy?
FREE Priorities, Balance, & Consistency Class: https://thinkhappyco.com/free-class
Support the show: www.patreon.com/thinkhappy2023-02-0141 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementWhy You Feel Like You Can’t Trust Yourself With MoneyToday on the show, I share my perspective on self-trust - what it actually means, what it looks like and how we can begin to practice trusting ourselves, when we're not used to it.
If you want to connect more with me or send me a message, you can find me on Instagram @moneyisntscary and you can join my FB group, the Mindful Money Mamas.
2023-01-2415 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementAre we Addicted to Being Broken? How Our Obsession With Self-Help May Not Be Helping UsToday I dive into the self-help/wellness/personal development industry and its impact on our culture. I share my personal journey with self-help and provide tips on how to move through our societal obsession with constantly striving to be better.
If you liked this episode, feel free to share it with a friend. And if you want to connect more with me or send me a message, you can find me on Instagram @moneyisntscary and you can join my Facebook group, the Mindful Money Mamas.
Enjoy!
2023-01-1818 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementFeeling the Holiday Money Hangover? 3 ways to stop the guilt from over-spendingToday I talk about the post-holiday money hangover and how we can stop the feelings of guilt and anxiety about over-spending during this season. Hint - self-compassion and mindfulness :)
If you want to connect more with me or send me a message, you can find me on Instagram @moneyisntscary and you can join my FB group, the Mindful Money Mamas.
2023-01-1015 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementBut First, Champagne: 3 Things I’m thinking About in the New YearHappy New Year! Its been awhile since I've put an episode out because I've been working on my and my family's well-being. Today I'm sharing some thoughts I have as we enter the new year.
I encourage everyone to take some time to rest, reset and be kind to yourselves in the new year! Sending you all lots of hugs!
2023-01-0411 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementWhy We’re So Obsessed with AmazonToday, I do a deep dive into Amazon and talk about how it helps us be more efficient with 3 resources we crave the most: time, money and freedom. Let's work to be more intentional before we add to our carts this holiday season!
Giveaway alert! To celebrate the 2 years anniversary of the podcast, I’m going to be giving away a $100 gift card to Target! To enter to win, just:
1. leave me a review on Apple podcasts (a nice one, no trolling please)
2. take a screenshot of it share it on FB o...2022-12-0817 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementCelebrating 2 Years of Money Isn’t Scary!Today is the 2-year anniversary of the Money Isn't Scary podcast! Today I reflect on why this podcast exists and some of the things I've learned over the last 2 years.
Thank you for listening and supporting me these last 2 years - its been a journey and I'm so excited to continue to grow with you!
Giveaway alert! To celebrate the 2 years anniversary of the podcast, I’m going to be giving away a $100 gift card to Target! To enter to win, just:
1. leave me a review on Apple podcasts (a nice one, no trol...2022-12-0112 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementWhy We’re Sick of Hearing About Gratitude And Why It’s Also So ImportantIn the theme of Thanksgiving this week, I share my thoughts on gratitude - why we're so sick of the #blessed trend and what we can do to practice gratitude in a way that's authentic and supportive to us.
Giveaway alert! To celebrate the 2 years anniversary of the podcast, I’m going to be giving away a $100 gift card to Target! To enter to win, just:
1. leave me a review on Apple podcasts (a nice one, no trolling please)
2. take a screenshot of it share it on FB or Instagram, tagging me 2022-11-2213 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementTis the Season...for Burnout - How to Prevent Feeling Depleted this Holiday SeasonGiveaway alert! To celebrate the 2 years anniversary of the podcast, I’m going to be giving away a $100 gift card to Target! To enter to win, just:
1. leave me a review on Apple podcasts (a nice one, no trolling please)
2. take a screenshot of it share it on FB or Instagram, tagging me
I’m going to announce the winner of Dec. 15th - perfect timing with the holidays approaching!
Today, I talk about burnout - what it is and how common it is around this time of year. I provid...2022-11-1612 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementFinding your Purpose with Julie CiardiToday, I'm sharing my conversation with life coach, mom and entrepreneur, Julie Ciardi. Julie is a former fortune 500 marketing vice president, who made the quantum leap to freedom after two decades in corporate. She is on a mission to help thousands of women BEcome their best selves filled with purpose and passion.
We talk about finding our purpose path, freedom (both physical and mental), mindset transformation (in the battleground) and so much more.
You can listen to Julie's podcast: Ignite Her Mind, anywhere you find your podcasts
Julie's website:
https://julieciardi.co...2022-11-0957 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementThink You Can’t Afford It? How to Challenge this Limiting Belief and Stop Playing SmallToday I dive into the very common believe that 'I can't afford it'. I dig into where this comes from, what it means/how it impacts us, and what we can do to change our mindset and think differently about our lives and the world around us.
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Roots Change PodcastEp 82. Money Isn't Scary w/ Meghan DwyerToday I'm joined by financial planner and host of the Money Isn't Scary Podcast, Meghan Dwyer. She's on a mission to remove the cultural stigma around money so that we feel less alone and more equipped to start running toward our fears. Friends... I'm not there yet but this conversation was a really great step.For today's complete show notes and mention head to the website below.https://amylinsmeyer.com/82Get to Know Meghan Dwyer! Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/moneyisntscary/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/moneyisntscary/Gro...2022-10-2751 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementFeeling Pressure to Always be Happy? How to Recognize and Respond to Toxic PositivityToday on the show, I share my thoughts on toxic positivity - a trend that has been taking over social media and our everyday lives lately. I share insight into how we can recognize toxic positivity when it shows up and how we can combat it so that we're paying attention to all parts of ourselves, even the not so happy, uncomfortable ones.
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Real Life MomzTeaching Our Children To Have A Healthy Relationship With Money With Meghan Dwyer CFP
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We are joined by Meghan Dwyer, a working mom with two little bo...2022-10-2540 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementThe Courage to be Happy with Tania VasalloToday, I’m sharing my conversation with Tania Vasallo. Tania is the founder of The Courage To Be Happy, a safe and empowering community that encourages women entrepreneurs to be true to themselves and take control of their money and their lives.
Tania and I share many of the same beliefs and feelings when it comes to women and their relationship with money. She loves sharing how women can shift their mindset to not work as hard for their money, to tap into prosperity and abundance from a feminine perspective, and feel less insecure when it comes to...2022-10-1946 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementAlways Afraid of Making Mistakes? How to Think About Them DifferentlyToday I explore mistakes and why we are so afraid of making them. I also question the idea if mistakes are even real and talk through the power of mindset.
2022-10-1212 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementMy Story of Adversity and What I’m LearningToday I share what's been going on with me personally and what I'm learning during difficult times. Culture expects us to fix all our problems and stay positive, but what message is that sending us? Maybe we need to just sit with it and recognize first that this is all just part of the human experience.
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Investor SmartsEpisode 98: Meghan Dwyer| Money TalksToday, Meghan Dwyer, financial planner, is here to talk all about...money! And women making money while making their money work for them! - - - - - Like what you hear? Make sure to share with your colleagues and loved ones, and rate and review us on iTunes! Show Notes: 0:24 - Candice welcomes Meghan to the show! 0:46 - Meghan tells us about her background leading up to today! 5:55 - Money as taboo - and why we should be talking about it 7:53 - How to go from survival to retirement 13:21 - Experi...2022-10-0344 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementLet’s re-think Competition – And What we can do InsteadToday I talk about competition and offer my insights into why women and moms are so competitive, as well as offer ways we can stop the craziness and work to support and encourage each other.
In the episode, I reference Mayin Bialik's video where she gives her explanation to why moms are so competitive: Mayim Bialik
2022-09-2819 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementGetting Emotional with Jennifer LoveToday, I’m sharing my conversation with Jennifer Love. Jennifer is a money therapist, wealth philosopher and business advisor. If you love diving into the weeds on how the human brain works, learning more about how our emotions work and ultimately learning how we can strive to live a life that we want, you will love this conversation.
You can find more from Jennifer at her websites: www.livingwealthinstitute.com and www.Jenniferlove.com
You can also find her on Instagram @thejenniferlove
2022-09-2257 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementWhat I learned walking into Neiman MarcusToday I share my experience walking into a high-end department store - all the feelings about myself that came up and how its a representation of something bigger within us that needs to be healed.
2022-09-2010 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementWhy We Buy Things We Don’t NeedToday on the show, I talk about a few reasons why we buy things we don't need. One is because of the Diderot Effect, or the concept that one new purchase leads to future purchases, and the other is the feeling of freedom. Listen in as I share my story and insight.
As always, you can connect with me by join my FB group: the Mindful Money Mamas
2022-09-1412 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementHow Linear Thinking is Keeping you StuckToday I talk about what linear thinking is, how it keeps us stuck in negative patterns and what we can shift our thinking to be less linear, more flexible and stop beating ourselves up for what we haven't accomplished. Enjoy!
2022-09-0811 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementHow I’m Learning to Navigate a New Season with Less StressToday I talk about transitions and how we can navigate this next new season - Fall and kids back to school - while also keeping our sanity. I talk about what change represents for us and provide ways we can process change so its an opportunity for us, not a setback.
2022-09-0115 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementFeeling Anxious? How to Embrace Financial Self Care as part of your Daily RoutineToday I talk about self-care and how its not just bubble baths and pedicures. We need to practice self-care in many different aspects of our lives and finances are one of them. I dig into some thoughts around how to practice financial self care and we can all benefit from making it part of our daily routines.
2022-08-2414 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementFinding Financial Abundance with Jen PialaToday, I'm sharing my conversation with Financial Abundance Coach, Jen Piala. Jen helps women stop worrying about money so they can start creating the life they truly want.
In our conversation, we talk about:
Abundance and what it actually means to us vs. the dictionary definition
Why you might want to find a belief buddy
The importance of Determining your ‘Now’ goal
Visualizing the feeling that you want
AND so much more
Check out Jen's free Facebook group where you can learn money tips and tricks and how to grow your beliefs and set a good m...2022-08-1847 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementFeeling Like You Have to Always be Productive? How to Overcome the Pressure and Find BalanceToday I dig into the the pressure that so many of us feel to always be checking boxes and getting things done. I talk about where we learned this, if its serving us at all and what we can do about it if we want to break the cycle and actually find balance in our everyday lives.
2022-08-1016 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementThe Specialness Spiral: Why We Buy Things and Never Use ThemToday, I'm talk about the phenomenon called the 'Specialness Spiral' - why we deem certain items as too special to use. We talk through the impact that this has on us and how we can stop holding off for some idealized occasion in the future, and start enjoying life today!
2022-08-0311 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementSummer Anxiety is Real: How to Keep your Cool During a Stressful SeasonToday I talk about summer anxiety - why you're not alone if you're feeling it, and tips to copy and work through it.
I'm also starting some free breakthrough sessions, so if you're interested in connecting with me more on your money mindset and how it relates to other areas of your life, feel free to connect with me on social media.
You can also check out my Mindful Money Mamas group on Facebook!
2022-07-2717 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementCan Money Buy Happiness? It Depends on How you Define Happiness.Today, I ask the age-old question - can money buy happiness? I think the answer depends on a number of different factors, most importantly - how do you define happiness? Join me as I dig deeper into what happiness is, and reasons why money can and cannot help us find the elusive, happiness.
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Law of Attraction Tribe Podcast: Manifestation hacks and tipsMONEY ISN'T SCARY: INTERVIEW WITH MONEY MINDSET COACH, MEGHAN DWYERToday, we have Money Mindset Coach from the Money Isn't Scary podcast, Meghan Dwyer. Learn about why you have limiting beliefs around money and how to shift that, so you can manifest wealth. Learn more at https://moneyisntscary.com and connect with Meghan on Instagram @moneyisntscary When you surround yourself with supportive, goal-oriented people, you level up, manifestation is easier, faster, and way more fun! In the Inner Tribe, we meet on Zoom weekly and have a personal growth book club that meets weekly. Experts do live workshops on Zoom every 2 weeks and you get a...2022-07-1845 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementFulfilled as a Mom with Tracy BingamanToday I talk with Tracy Bingaman, working mom coach who helps working moms go from saying "I wish I had time and money" to understanding that they are in control of both their time and money. Find her on Instagram @mrstracybingaman and all podcast platforms on her show 'Fulfilled as a Mom", where her mission is to help women blaze their own path to have more time and money than they know what to do with!
Check out Tracy at her website: https://tracybingaman.com/
2022-07-1446 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementWe’re Halfway through 2022! How to Overcome Time Anxiety and Reset your Mid-Year with IntentionNow that we're officially in July, I talk today about how we can reflect upon the last 6 months with compassion and re-set our intentions for how we want to feel in the next 6 months. This is a journey not a destination!
2022-07-0616 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementAfraid to Talk About Money? Why the Money Stigma Exists and What You Can Do About itToday I share some raw insights into the impact the social stigma around money has on women, why it still exists and what we can do about. I talk about my numbers and I encourage you to do the same - so we can stop staying small!
2022-06-2916 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementAlways Too Busy? Why the Busy Trap is Burning You OutToday I talk about the universal topic of being busy - why we're all so busy, what it really means to us and how we can pull ourselves out of the busy trap.
I also FINALLY move through my own busy trap and introduce my new Facebook group, Mindful Money Mamas, where I’ll be posting additional info on the podcast and inspiration, while forming a community of like-minded women who are all in this together! I'd love to see you there!
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Joyfully Raising GrandsJoyfully Raising Grands - Money Mindset with Meghan DwyerThe Joyfilled brand, (coaching, speaking, podcast, and membership) is lovingly prepared for grandparents raising grandchildren with a focus on community, resource, and love. We hope to shine a light on the positive actions we can take every day to become our best selves, serve our grandchildren well and find joy every day.
If you are a busy woman looking for a joyful experience, we would love to serve you! JoyFilled is a monthly subscription box curated for busy women with so much love and joy. Our goal with this box is simply to give you a joyfilled e...2022-06-1036 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementRaise Your Vibe and Create Abundance with Stephanie KeithToday, I’m sharing my conversation with Stephanie Keith, founder of the Law of Attraction Tribe, podcast host, app creator and author. I love this conversation and I know you will too! Stephanie inspires me and so many other women out there, to start living life on their own terms and wake up every day with the joy and excitement that we all deserve.
2022-06-0844 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementHow to Feel Better When the World is HurtingWith everything going on in the word right now, I wanted to provide some thoughts today on how we can feel better, admist all the discomfort and chaos.
2022-06-0115 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementDo you Self-Sabotage? 3 Tips on How to Get Out of Our Own WayToday I'm talking about self-sabotage, what it is, why we do it and how it's possible to get out of our own way and start living the life we want.
2022-05-2516 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementIt Doesn’t Always Have to be So HardToday I share my thoughts on the belief we have that life is hard and we need to struggle to have anything good. I dissect what it actually means, where the story comes from and provide insights into what we can do if we don't want to pass that story along to our kids.
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Life Coach BFF Show for Midlife Women - Thrive in Midlife, Women Over 40, Women Over 50, Goal Setting, Navigating Menopause, Purpose Driven Life, Faith, Systems92 | Meghan Dwyer - Helping Moms Feel Confident Unpacking Money Stories We Tell Ourselves- Time to Reframe our Mindset to Spend, Save and act in Alignment With our Intentions.Life Coach BFF Show | Heather Pettey
Hi BFF! Welcome back to the podcast Life Coach BFF Show! Our guest, Meghan Dwyer, is a working mom with 2 little boys, a wife, runner, and forever learner. As a financial planner, she has seen way too often women taking a backseat when it comes to their family's finances. Meghan believes it is crucial to have the knowledge and understanding of personal finances in order to feel confident and empowered to live our best lives.
Meghan started the Money Isn't Scary podcast last year to help women unpack the...2022-05-1238 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementScared of Budgets? How to Change Your Mindset and Let Go of the FearToday I talk about the dreaded "B word" - budget. I talk through what it actually is, why we have such a negative connotation with the word and what we can do to shift our mindset and release the fear.
2022-05-1112 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementImposter Syndrome is Fantastic with Kate HutsonToday, I’m sharing my conversation with Kate Hutson, Executive Life Coach with Shattered Glass Coaching. Kate helps women develop courageous leadership skills and supports them as they achieve their personal and professional goals. We talk about juicy topics such as limiting beliefs, imposter syndrome and abundance. I hope you enjoy!
2022-05-0441 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementWhere Does all my Money Go? How to Find Clarity when Spending is a Black HoleIn today's episode, I talk about a common question we ask ourselves: "where does all my money go?". I talk about why this is so common, especially for women and how we can find more clarity and feel more in control of where our money goes.
2022-04-2713 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementWhat is Self-Compassion? How To Be a little Kinder to YourselfToday I take a deep dive into self-compassion - what it is, the benefits and how to actually use it to stop the inner self-critic and harness the emotional freedom that we all deserve.
2022-04-2018 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementWhy Women NEED to talk about Money with Candice Bakx-FriesenToday, I’m sharing my conversation with Candice Bakx-Friesen, a mother of 4, a realtor, entrepreneur, money coach and speaker. Candice and I talk about the importance of being open and talking about money, finding support and the power of being able to share our wins and our struggles. Enjoy!
2022-04-1343 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementMoney, Identity and Inventing AnnaI finally finished watching Inventing Anna, which is what inspired today's episode. Today, I talk about Identity - what our identity means, how it is formed and the impact that money has on how we view ourselves.
2022-04-0612 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementHow to Embrace Emotional SpendingToday I talk about emotional spending - what it is and how, as women, we can embrace our emotions (contrary to what culture has taught us) and use it as a powerful tool for how we experience life.
2022-03-3013 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementHow People-Pleasing Impacts our Money and 3 ways to stop!Do you identify as a people-pleaser? In today's episode I talk about where people-pleasing behaviors come from, how they impact our relationship with money and 3 ways to stop and start living life on your terms, not everyone else's.
2022-03-2314 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementDream Bold with Tatiana TsoirToday, I share my conversation with Tatiana Tsoir, CPA, business owner and author. We both share a passion for empowering women and helping to reduce their money anxiety. We talk about what's holding women back from following their dreams, mediocrity and imposter syndrome.
You can check out Tatiana on her website: https://www.tatianatsoir.com/
and you can also pick up a copy of her book, Dream Bold, Start Smart
2022-03-1641 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementThink You’re Bad at Money? Here’s How to Get BetterToday, I'm taking a deep dive into the belief that we're bad at money. I dissect where the story comes from and the meaning we put on it and offer suggestions on how to improve your mindset, awareness and skills with money.
2022-03-0214 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementIs Money Controlling You or Are you Controlling Your Money?Today I talk about control and specifically identify signs money might be controlling you. I provide lots of tips to help you feel more in control of your money today.
2022-02-2318 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementKnowing Your Worth with Nicholle OverkampToday, I'm sharing my conversation with Nicholle Overkamp, personal finance expert and business coach for women. Nicholle and I talk about what gets in women's way from knowing their innate worth, shame and authenticity.
2022-02-1543 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementThe Power of Intentional Money Conversations with Vanessa MartinezToday I share my conversation with Financial Advisor and Author, Vanessa Martinez. We talk intimately about family and gender role dynamics and the impact of having an intentional relationship with money.
2022-02-0138 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementYou’re Not Alone“The problem is that we can only perceive the world through one set of eyes” -Simon Sinek. In today's episode, I share a little bit about why I think I've been hearing the phrase 'You're Not Alone' so much lately - and what it means to me.
2022-02-0110 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementResettingToday I talk about why I don't like resolutions and why resetting (in the right way) is more effective when we look at our goals and intentions.
2022-01-1210 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementEmbracing Discomfort with Rebecca Wiener McGregorHappy New Year! As we enter into the season of new beginnings, I share my conversation with breakthrough coach, Rebecca Wiener McGregor, who works with her clients to move through blocks and hidden fears to find a deeper sense of self-worth. We talk about embracing fear, feeling our hard emotions and judgement.
Enjoy!
2022-01-0554 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementNavigating Fear with Dr. Elisebeth VanderweilToday, I'm sharing my conversation with Dr. Elisebeth Vanderweil on one of my favorite topics - fear. We talk about where fear comes from, the different types of fear and how we can have a more intentional relationship with fear.
2021-12-1543 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementAm I Really Done with Christmas Shopping?Today on the show, I get vulnerable as I dig into what's going on in my head this time of year - why I feel this pressure to always do more and how we can change our perspectives a bit so that we can consciously choose to opt out of the overwhelm.
2021-12-0810 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementUnlocking the Power of Your Voice with Casey Erin Clark and Julie FoghMoney Isn't Scary turns 1 today!! In timely fashion, today, I'm talking with Casey Erin Clark and Julie Fogh, voice coaches and founders of Vital Voice Training. We talk about how our voices can be used as a powerful tool of expression and communication and what it means to use your authentic voice.
2021-12-0158 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementChecking InToday I'm filling you in on what's been going on with me the last few weeks and I provide some insight into the importance of taking some time for yourself. Enjoy!
2021-11-2410 minMoney Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money ManagementLetting Go of Should with Meghan SpeerToday I'm sharing my conversation with author, Meghan Speer. Meghan is on a mission to encourage people, particularly women, to be bold and create a path that is fit for them, not to just settling for what everyone else thinks they should do. In her book, "Letting Go of Should", she shares her personal journey with leadership, purpose and personal happiness.
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Mommy's on a Call | Holistic Health, Wellness & Mindfulness for Modern Moms, Entrepreneurship, Mindful Parenting88. Money Isn’t Scary: Shifting The Conversation, Stigma and Mindset Around Money and Worth with Meghan DwyerMeghan Dwyer is a wife, boy mom of 2, financial planner and the host of the Money Isn’t Scary podcast, which was inspired by her own struggle with her relationship with money, while trying to do all the "right" things as a working mom. Meghan is a woman on a mission to remove the stigma around money in our culture and to get women talking about it, without fear. In this episode Meghan and I chat about... Switching jobs/companies in the middle of COVID and the process she went through to gain clarity on...2021-09-2329 min