The Debt Pay Off Podcast for Women

163. How to Stop Saying 'I Can't Afford It' (And What to Say Instead)

"I can't afford it." If you catch yourself saying this phrase a lot, you're accidentally keeping yourself stuck in scarcity thinking. For years, I said this constantly while simultaneously putting things on credit cards anyway. The problem isn't your bank account - it's the language that makes you feel powerless. In this episode, I'm sharing what to say instead.

You'll learn:

  • Why "I can't afford it" shuts down creative thinking and keeps you feeling like a victim
  • The choice-based language I use with my kids instead (that actually teaches them about money)
  • How to find an affordable version of almost anything you want
  • The reseller market secret that makes expensive items accessible
  • The one question that changes everything about how you approach money decisions
  • Why getting clear on your WHY often reveals you don't actually want the thing
  • How to reframe from limitation to empowerment in any money conversation

Stop letting this phrase make you feel powerless. You have more options than you think - it's time to start using language that reflects that truth.

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