Exploring Financial Self-Sabotage and Emotional Connections with Money

About this episode

Amy Irvine explores the complex relationship between emotions and financial behaviors, focusing on self-sabotage in financial decision-making.

About the Guest(s): Amy Irvine is the founder and CEO of Rooted Planning Group, a financial planning firm dedicated to helping clients build a secure financial future. With a robust background in wealth management and a passion for financial literacy, Amy leads her team to uncover the intricate connections between emotions and financial behaviors. Through her podcast, Money Roots, Amy offers insights into the psychological aspects of financial planning, sharing her extensive knowledge and experience to guide listeners toward better financial health. Episode Summary: In this episode of "Money Roots," host Amy Irvine delves into the complex relationship between emotions and financial behaviors. Following the positive feedback from her previous discussion with Carrie Friedberg on mastering money, Amy addresses the intriguing topic of why individuals often feel like they're sabotaging their financial well-being. She breaks down the self-sabotage phenomenon and explores the underlying emotional connections that influence financial decision-making. Throughout the podcast, Amy examines various themes, such as the feelings of inadequacy people might carry regarding money and the hidden…

People in this episode

Host: Amy Irvine

Topics covered

• financial self-sabotage
• emotional connections with money
• financial behaviors
• psychological aspects of financial planning
• financial literacy
• self-improvement

Keywords

• financial self-sabotage
• emotional connections
• financial decision-making
• wealth management
• financial chaos
• financial health
• financial patterns

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Rooted Planning Group

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