Money is Not Your Problem
If you've ever said "I'm just bad with money" — this podcast is for you.
Money Is Not Your Problem is for capable, hardworking women who are tired of starting over, avoiding their numbers, and wondering why nothing seems to stick. The truth is, financial struggle rarely comes down to math. It comes down to patterns, beliefs, and the stories we carry about what we deserve or what's even possible for us.
Each episode gives you something real: a financial concept explained simply, a mindset shift worth sitting with, and a practical step you can take before the week is out.
I'm Madeleine Strasburg — Financial and Life Coach, former math teacher, and founder of Strasburg Coaching. With a Master of Education, over 20 years of teaching personal finance, and certifications from Ramsey Solutions and The Life Coach School, I've worked with women at every stage of the financial journey. I know what it looks like to be smart and responsible yet still feel completely stuck with money.
This podcast is built on one core belief: money management is a learnable skill. Not a personality trait. Not a moral score. A skill — and you can build it.
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Money is Not Your Problem
Ep. 27 Shifting from Scarcity and Comparison during Christmastime
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In this episode, we dive into the complexities of the scarcity mindset during the Christmas season, a period often marked by both joy and financial stress. We begin by defining scarcity and how it influences our state of mind and decision-making, especially during the holidays.
We go through some examples of how scarcity specifically manifests during the Holidays, illustrating the impact of this mindset on our Christmas experiences and expectations. Next, we explore the emotional and psychological effects of comparison during Christmas and the feelings of inadequacy and self-doubt that arise when we compare ourselves to others.
But there is hope :) We offer practical steps to combat the scarcity mindset: practicing gratitude, setting realistic expectations for the festive season, and planning with effective budgeting strategies. These practical steps can help alleviate the financial and emotional pressures of the festive season.
This episode is not just a discussion, but a journey towards understanding and managing the challenges of scarcity during one of the most important times of the year.
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