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In this engaging podcast episode, I unlock the secrets to harmonizing the dreaded budgeting rules with a bit of fun. Say goodbye to those overly strict money rules and discover how to build a financial strategy that leaves room for both security and enjoyment!
Here's a summary of what we discuss on this episode of the Money is Emotional podcast.
What do I mean by the "Financial Yin & Yang"?
I'm talking about the provider and pleasure energies of money. : Provider money is the masculine energy: safety, security, and protection. Pleasure energy is the feminine energy: enjoyment, expansion, and receiving. Both are necessary for your finances to be in a healthy balance!
The problem of too much Pleasure Energy in your finances
Out-of-balance Pleasure energy frequently shows up as entitlement, neglect, disorganization, and financial drama. Bills are paid late, credit scores are low, and there’s never enough money to go around. And yet... there’s still money spent on concerts, lavish dinners, and new outfits.
When there isn’t a firm foundation of safety and stability, you swing between brief moments of bliss and long periods of financial stress. Either way, you are always highly emotional about money, whether it’s terrible or amazing.
The problem of too much Provider Energy in your finances
We all know someone with too much provider energy. It’s the man or woman who is controlling, rigid, and overly fixated on money, even if they have plenty of it! Financial perfectionism is a sure sign of excessive Provider energy. If you have numerous rules for managing your money or insist on doing things the “right way,” you likely have an imbalance. If your Money Team tells you that you’re doing great, but you’re still plagued with worry and anxiety, there’s an issue.
Balancing these energies is not a “one-and-done” deal
It’s like surfing. You have to shift and adjust based on what’s going on around you. If you receive an unexpected windfall, you might be able to shift into more pleasure energy without damaging your financial safety net. If you experience a setback, such as a job layoff, that might require a period of being focused on your provider money. Regularly evaluating your balance of Provider and Pleasure energies in your personal finances is a must!
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