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The Breaking Financial Chains Podcast
Are you tired of feeling anxious about money despite working hard? Do you avoid opening bank statements, feel trapped by financial decisions you don't understand, or struggle with someone else controlling your access to money?
You're not alone.
Join chartered accountant and financial coach Tanya Ibberson for Breaking Financial Chains – the podcast that combines practical financial guidance with psychological insights to help you transform your relationship with money and recognise when others are using money to control you.
Unlike traditional finance podcasts that focus only on the numbers, Tanya understands that financial freedom isn't just about budgets and spreadsheets. It's about healing emotional barriers, breaking unhealthy patterns, recognising financial abuse, and overcoming the shame that keeps us stuck. Whether you're dealing with a controlling partner who monitors every penny or simply need to understand the warning signs of financial coercion, this podcast provides crucial insights for protection and recovery
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Whether you're a successful professional who secretly struggles with money management, someone experiencing or recovering from financial control in a relationship, or ready to break free from generational money patterns, this podcast offers a safe, non-judgmental space to learn, heal and grow.
Each week, through solo episodes, expert interviews and transformation stories, you'll discover practical tools and emotional support to help you build genuine financial confidence and independence. Because financial empowerment is possible for everyone – regardless of your starting point or past experiences.
Remember: financial freedom isn't just about the numbers – it's about breaking the chains that hold you back from living a life aligned with your values.
Episodes
49 episodes
How to Create a Monthly Financial Check-In | Breaking Financial Chains Ep.48
Financial peace doesn't come from one big "get my life together" moment. It comes from boring, consistent awareness. In this episode of Breaking Financial Chains, I walk you through exactly how to set up a monthly financial ch...
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How to Build Financial Options When You Feel Trapped | Breaking Financial Chains Ep.47
How to Build Financial Options When You Feel Trapped | Breaking Financial Chains Ep.47.Freedom doesn't always arrive with fireworks. Sometimes it starts with a quiet transfer into savings.In this episode of Breaking Financial Ch...
What Are You Really Teaching Your Kids About Money? | Breaking Financial Chains Ep.46
What Are You Really Teaching Your Kids About Money? | Breaking Financial Chains Ep.46.In this episode of Breaking Financial Chains, I explore how we unconsciously pass our money wounds on to our children through the behaviours we m...
Becoming Your Own Wing Woman: Healing Emotional Wounds and Breaking Free Financially - Ep. 45
Becoming Your Own Wing Woman: Healing Emotional Wounds and Breaking Free Financially - Ep. 45.Unlock your path to financial freedom by understanding the deeper roots behind your money habits. In this episode, Tanya Riverson dives into th...
Simplify Your Financial Life: Easy Habits for Clarity and Confidence - Ep. 44
Simplify Your Financial Life: Easy Habits for Clarity and Confidence - Ep. 44.Simplifying your finances can bring clarity, reduce stress, and help you stay in control. In this episode, we break down the practical steps to declutter your ...
How Your Money Story Shapes Your Financial Future and Habits - Ep. 43
How Your Money Story Shapes Your Financial Future and Habits - Ep. 43.Discover how your earliest money beliefs shape your financial life in this episode of Breaking Financial Chains. Learn practical steps to identify and rewrite your mon...
Why You Avoid Money Tasks and How to Start Facing Them Gently - Ep. 42
Why You Avoid Money Tasks and How to Start Facing Them Gently - Ep. 42. Struggling to tackle those financial tasks you keep putting off? In this episode, we break down the real reasons behind financial avoidance and share practical ...
When Money Doesn’t Feel Like Yours: Breaking Free from Financial Control - Ep. 41
When Money Doesn’t Feel Like Yours: Breaking Free from Financial Control - Ep. 41.Struggling to feel financially independent or secure? This episode tackles the hidden dynamics of financial control and practical steps to reclaim your fin...
The Five Core Skills You Need for True Financial Independence - Ep. 40
The Five Core Skills You Need for True Financial Independence - Ep. 40.Break free from the myth that financial independence is just a number. In this episode, Tanya explains why building the right financial skills matters more than chasi...
Is Burnout Causing You to Overspend? Break the Cycle and Reclaim Control - Ep. 39
Is Burnout Causing You to Overspend? Break the Cycle and Reclaim Control - Ep. 39.Struggling with burnout spending and emotional purchases? In this episode, discover why your card shouldn’t be your only coping strategy and how to break ...
What Happens When Success Doesn’t Equal Happiness. Emma Hine Tells her story. Ep. 38
What Happens When Success Doesn’t Equal Happiness. Emma Hine tells her story. Ep. 38.In this episode of Breaking Financial Chains, Tanya Ibberson sits down with Emma Hine to discuss the hidden struggles behind financial success and how i...
Building a Bigger Life Without Building a Bigger Burden - Ep. 37
Building a Bigger Life Without Building a Bigger Burden - Ep. 37.Ready to break free from the stress of wanting more? In this episode, Tanya Ibberson shares a practical approach to pursuing growth without burning out.What you’ll l...
Break the Money-Stress Loop With Emotional Self-Leadership - Ep. 36
Break the Money-Stress Loop With Emotional Self-Leadership - Ep. 36.Ready to break free from financial stress? In this episode, Tanya Ibberson dives into the connection between nervous system regulation and making better money decisions...
How to Hold Family Money Meetings Without Shame, Blame or Stress - Ep. 35
How to Hold Family Money Meetings Without Shame, Blame or Stress - Ep. 35.Family money meetings don’t have to be intimidating or dull. In this episode, Tanya covers practical ways to foster transparency, connection and shared responsibil...
Emotional Triggers and Money: Creating Safe Spaces for Financial Success - Ep. 34
Emotional Triggers and Money: Creating Safe Spaces for Financial Success - Ep. 34.Why does money feel hard, even for capable people? In this episode, Tanya Ibberson explains the real reasons behind financial stress and how calm is the fi...
The Quiet Habits That Build Big Financial Futures - Ep. 33
The Quiet Habits That Build Big Financial Futures - Ep. 33.Discover how quiet financial habits can build a big future and shape your lasting legacy. This episode dives into the practical steps you can take to create identity-aligned weal...
Transforming Scarcity to Abundance: Practical Steps to Shift Your Money Mindset - Ep. 32
Transforming Scarcity to Abundance: Practical Steps to Shift Your Money Mindset - Ep. 32.Struggling with your money mindset? In this episode of Breaking Financial Chains, Tanya Ibberson breaks down the real differences between scarcity a...
Luxury Versus Fulfilment: Finding Real Satisfaction in Your Financial Choices - Ep. 31
Luxury Versus Fulfilment: Finding Real Satisfaction in Your Financial Choices - Ep. 31.Are you stuck in a cycle of treating yourself, with little satisfaction to show for it? In this episode, we break down the real meaning of lux...
Retirement Planning Isn’t Scary: How Women Can Start Building Freedom and Choices Today - Ep. 30
Retirement Planning Isn’t Scary: How Women Can Start Building Freedom and Choices Today - Ep. 30.Unlock your path to financial freedom with practical retirement planning that puts you in control. This episode is all about empowering wom...
Creating Your North Star: Vision a Life You Want | Ep 29
Creating Your North Star: Vision a Life You Want | Ep 29.Learn how to create your North Star vision for 2026 - a powerful goal-setting alternative that uses psychology and visualisation to guide your financial and life decisions wi...
Understanding Money, Control and Communication in Relationships with Dan Meredith - Ep 28
Understanding Money, Control and Communication in Relationships with Dan Meredith - Ep 28.In this episode of Breaking Financial Chains, Tanya Ibberson sits down with guest Dan Meredith for a candid discussion about money, power, and the ...
How Intentional Spending Empowers Your Financial Journey and Brings Emotional Freedom - Ep. 27
How Intentional Spending Empowers Your Financial Journey and Brings Emotional Freedom - Ep. 27.Take charge of your financial future with this episode on intentional spending. Learn how to align your money habits with your goals, values a...
Breaking the Default Parent Syndrome: Balancing Family, Work, and Finances Without Burnout - Ep. 26
Breaking the Default Parent Syndrome: Balancing Family, Work, and Finances Without Burnout - Ep. 26.Feeling overwhelmed as the default parent juggling work, family and finances? In this episode, Tanya breaks down actionable strate...
Teaching Financial Skills to Teenagers for Lifelong Success and Independence - Ep. 25
Teaching Financial Skills to Teenagers for Lifelong Success and Independence - Ep. 26.Empower your teens with essential financial skills! In this episode, we break down the actionable steps parents can take to help their children...
Emotional Release: Creating Space for Financial Healing - Ep. 24
Emotional Release: Creating Space for Financial Healing - Ep. 24.Financial frustration is a completely normal human experience, yet many of us (especially women) have been taught to suppress these powerful emotions. Today, I'm diving in...