Wealthy After 40: Retirement Ready, Financial Freedom, Budgeting, Saving, Debt
by Dalene Higgins - Money Coach & Retirement Strategist
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The Real Reason You Don’t Feel Ready for Retirement
May 12, 2026
16m 00s
5 Pillars to Becoming Truly Retirement Ready
May 5, 2026
16m 51s
Struggling to Save? Here’s Why Your Money Doesn’t Stay Put
Apr 21, 2026
15m 22s
3 Ways to Make Your Money Feel More In Control
Apr 14, 2026
14m 35s
You Make Good Money, So Why Do You Feel So Out of Control?
Apr 7, 2026
17m 53s
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| 5/12/26 |  The Real Reason You Don’t Feel Ready for Retirement | What is your biggest challenge/problem with money? [Ep 187] If you’ve ever wondered why retirement still feels so far away and know you should be thinking about it, this episode is for you. Today I’m talking about the real reason so many people don’t feel ready for retirement and why waiting until “later” to figure it out may be the very thing keeping you stuck. By the end of this episode, you’ll understand the three hidden gaps that make retirement feel overwhelming and out of reach, so you ... | 16m 00s | ||||||
| 5/5/26 |  5 Pillars to Becoming Truly Retirement Ready | What is your biggest challenge/problem with money? [Ep 186] If you’ve ever wondered why retirement still feels out of reach, even though you’re saving and doing all the “right” things, this episode is for you. Today we’re talking about what it really means to be retirement ready and why focusing only on savings or a generic retirement number may be keeping you stuck. By the end of this episode, you’ll understand the 5 essential pillars of retirement readiness (beyond just the numbers) so you ... | 16m 51s | ||||||
| 4/21/26 |  Struggling to Save? Here’s Why Your Money Doesn’t Stay Put | What is your biggest challenge/problem with money? [Ep 185] If you’re ever paused when moving money to savings because you think, I’ll only have to take it back out soon, this episode is for you. Today, I’m talking about why saving keeps fluctuating and why thinking it should never be touched may be keeping you stuck and discouraged. By the end of this episode, you’ll understand what’s actually normal about savings fluctuating so you can stop feeling like you’re failing and start building con... | 15m 22s | ||||||
| 4/14/26 |  3 Ways to Make Your Money Feel More In Control | What is your biggest challenge/problem with money? [Ep 184] If you’ve ever wondered why you feel out of control with your money even when you’re paying bills, saving for retirement, and carrying no balance on credit cards, this episode is for you. Today I’m talking about why spending too much isn’t really the problem and why thinking you just need a stricter budget or more discipline may be keeping you stuck. By the end of this episode, you’ll understand how a clear money system, built with v... | 14m 35s | ||||||
| 4/7/26 |  You Make Good Money, So Why Do You Feel So Out of Control? | What is your biggest challenge/problem with money? [Ep 183] If you’ve ever wondered why money feels so out of control, even when you make good money, this episode is for you. Today I’m talking about why your money can look fine on paper but still feel out of control and why it’s not actually about needing more discipline or a stricter budget. By the end of this episode, you’ll understand what’s really causing that disconnect so you can start feeling more confident and at ease with your spendi... | 17m 53s | ||||||
| 3/31/26 |  How to Stop Overspending w/Mary Ann Stenquist | What is your biggest challenge/problem with money? [Ep 182] If you’ve ever wondered if you have an overspending problem and think you need help, this episode is for you. Today’s guest, Mary Ann Stenquist, is a spending coach and personally knows the challenges of overspending. Sharing her personal story as well as ways for you to begin thinking differently about your next purchase, so you can begin taking action to spend less. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why overspendin... | 31m 22s | ||||||
| 3/24/26 |  Stop The Worry With 3 Steps To Better Money Decisions | What is your biggest challenge/problem with money? [Ep 181] If you’ve ever contemplated your next money decision and not taken action because you were afraid you would mess things up, this episode is for you. Today I’m talking about making confident financial decisions and why not taking action will keep you from making the progress you want. I’ll discuss three steps to help you start taking action and limit the fear of making a mistake. By the end of this episode, you’ll kn... | 14m 52s | ||||||
| 3/17/26 |  Why You’re Not Making Progress With Your Money | What is your biggest challenge/problem with money? [Ep 180] If you’ve ever wondered why you’re not making progress with money or think you’re bad with money, this episode is for you. In this episode, I talk about how managing money is different as you get older, specifically for those individuals over 40 and 50, and this may be keeping you from making progress with your money. By the end of the episode, you’ll understand why multiple priorities are distracting and how to find the one th... | 15m 56s | ||||||
| 3/10/26 |  Why I Broke Up With My Emergency Fund | What is your biggest challenge/problem with money? [Ep 179] Most advice says your emergency fund should cover 3–6 months of expenses, but what if that definition is actually what’s keeping you stuck? In this episode, I share a personal turning point in my money journey and ultimately why I broke up with the traditional emergency fund. Not because emergency funds don’t matter, but because how we define them matters more. You’ll learn how redefining your savings can help you stay consistent, ma... | 15m 30s | ||||||
| 3/3/26 |  The Missing Piece That Keeps You From Getting Rid of Debt | What is your biggest challenge/problem with money? [Ep 178] If you’ve been trying to get rid of debt but feel like you keep sliding backward, the problem usually isn’t discipline, it’s that you’re neglecting security. In this episode, I explain what an emergency fund really is, why it matters, and how it helps reduce debt by keeping you from reaching for credit cards, loans, or even family when life throws surprise expenses your way. This is one of the biggest hidden obstacles I see with clie... | 16m 45s | ||||||
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| 2/24/26 |  How to Decide What’s Good Debt, Bad Debt, and Right For You | What is your biggest challenge/problem with money? [Ep 177] Debt isn’t just a number. It’s a commitment from your future income. In this episode, we revisit a foundational concept: what debt actually is. Debt simply means you’re delaying payment today in exchange for a higher cost later. And once you understand that clearly, your decisions around borrowing become much easier and far more intentional. I share why debt isn’t automatically bad. It can help you build credit and purchase important... | 18m 19s | ||||||
| 2/17/26 |  What To Do When You Are Overwhelmed by Debt After 40 | What is your biggest challenge/problem with money? [Ep 176] Feeling overwhelmed by debt right now? This feeling is real. The solution isn’t simply trying harder or being stricter about paying off debt. In this episode, I talk about the two main causes of overwhelm, even when you’re trying to be responsible and pay off the debt. You’ll learn how to change your relationship with debt so your money actually starts moving you forward instead of keeping you in place. ✅ Why debt feels diffe... | 15m 56s | ||||||
| 2/10/26 |  The 4 Financial Foundations You Need (+ the Missing Catalyst) | What is your biggest challenge/problem with money? [Ep 175] If you’re juggling priorities in this stage of life and your finances feel like money chaos, this episode is for you. I break down how to simplify what’s become complicated over years of managing money and explain the financial foundations that support long-term stability. You’ll also learn why being financially successful starts with four core foundations, plus the catalyst that helps everything finally click. ✅ How to... | 16m 23s | ||||||
| 2/3/26 |  How Intentional Decisions Shape Your Retirement Dream | What is your biggest challenge/problem with money? [Ep 174] Financial freedom (retirement) doesn’t happen by accident, and it doesn’t come from saving alone. It’s built through intentional decisions, a clear retirement dream, and the confidence to design a life you’re excited to live. In this episode, you learn how intentional decisions will help you shape your retirement dream. If you’ve ever thought, “I just hope it all works out,” or wondered what retirement will really look like beyond tr... | 17m 15s | ||||||
| 1/27/26 |  Make Smarter Money Decisions That Support Your Retirement | What is your biggest challenge/problem with money? [Ep 173] Knowing if you’re making the right financial decisions can feel overwhelming, especially when life is pressing in from all sides. As part of the sandwich generation, you’re helping parents, supporting children, and trying to stay on track for your own retirement, all at the same time. In this episode, you’ll learn why making financial decisions based on emotion alone often leads to regret, stress, and feeling stuck, and how having a ... | 18m 01s | ||||||
| 1/20/26 |  A Money System For Practical Spending and Stress Free Saving | What is your biggest challenge/problem with money? [Ep 172] In this episode, you’ll learn how a few intentional systems can eliminate the chaos, help you spend confidently, save consistently, and take control of your retirement path starting today. What You’ll Learn In This Episode: Why mental budgeting keeps you stuck (and how to break the cycle)The three essential money systems you need for retirement readinessHow cash flow systems simplify your daily spending decisionsGet the full show n... | 17m 17s | ||||||
| 1/13/26 |  The Simple Numbers That Reveal Your Retirement Readiness | What is your biggest challenge/problem with money? [Ep 171] In this episode, I’ll walk you through the exact numbers to look at, what they mean, and how to interpret them so you can finally stop guessing and start knowing. When you understand your money reality, you gain confidence, direction, and a sense of control you may not have felt in years. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: The simple financial numbers that reveal your real retirement readinessWhy fears often exaggerate your money pro... | 16m 09s | ||||||
| 1/6/26 |  How to Go From Money Chaos to Financial Confidence After 40 | What is your biggest challenge/problem with money? [Ep 170] This episode gives you the clarity you’ve been craving so you can stop spinning, start planning, and confidently move toward a retirement you’re excited about. No more being afraid or being worried about retirement. If you’re ready for financial confidence, predictable cash flow, and a clear path toward retirement freedom, this is where your journey begins. The 4 phases you must complete to build a realistic retirement planWhy mental... | 11m 41s | ||||||
| 12/30/25 |  Turn Reflection into Action for a Retirement Ready Year | What is your biggest challenge/problem with money? [Ep 169] As the new year begins, it’s the perfect time to reflect on your progress and set yourself up for success. In this episode, we’ll help you take a closer look at your retirement journey, what’s fueling your momentum, what’s holding you back, and where you can make meaningful adjustments. You’ll learn how to review your financial wins from the past year, identify the small leaks that may be slowing your progress, and clarif... | 16m 18s | ||||||
| 12/23/25 |  How to Fix Your Budget Problem (It’s Not Discipline) | What is your biggest challenge/problem with money? [Ep 168] If you’ve ever thought, “I just need more discipline with my budget,” this episode is for you. Many smart, motivated women already have a budget or money plan that works until it doesn’t. A birthday, a trip, an emotional splurge and suddenly it feels like you’ve failed. But the truth is, your budget problem can’t be solved with more discipline. In this episode, I explore why discipline is often the wrong tool for achieving cons... | 15m 17s | ||||||
| 12/16/25 |  How to Move From Retirement Fear to Retirement Ready | What is your biggest challenge/problem with money? [Ep 167] Are you dreaming of the retirement you truly want, but constantly caught in the what if stage? What if you run out of money? What if you can’t travel, buy that second home, or live the lifestyle you’ve imagined? Many individuals over 40 find themselves stuck between the retirement they desire and the fear that it may never happen. In this episode, I’m breaking down a practical, 3-step process to move from fear to possibil... | 16m 56s | ||||||
| 12/9/25 |  A Practical Guide To Becoming Retirement Ready in 3 Steps | What is your biggest challenge/problem with money? [Ep 166] If you’ve been quietly hoping retirement will work itself out, this episode is your wake-up call. Becoming retirement ready isn’t about luck, guesswork, or crossing your fingers. It’s about clarity, consistency, and having a simple plan you can actually follow. In today’s episode, I’m walking you through a practical 3-step process that takes you from uncertainty to confidence, no matter where you’re starting. We’ll brea... | 17m 57s | ||||||
| 12/2/25 |  Step One In Retirement Planning For GenXers | What is your biggest challenge/problem with money? [Ep 165] If you’re a GenXer wondering what the first step in retirement planning really is, this episode will give you the clarity you’ve been missing. So many of us feel retirement fear because you don’t know where to start or which numbers matter most. Before you think about investments or complicated strategies, you need to know your numbers. In this episode, you’ll learn how to start a retirement plan with five key numbers t... | 16m 17s | ||||||
| 11/25/25 |  Your Retirement Journey and My Financial Coaching Why | What is your biggest challenge/problem with money? [Ep 164] Have you ever wondered why some people make steady progress on their retirement journey while others stay stuck, even with a good income? I was there too, budgeting, saving, planning, but never feeling confident it was enough. That's why I became a financial coach. Over my 13-year retirement journey, I learned that reaching retirement is possible, but I didn’t have a clear path, checklist, or anything telling me what to d... | 16m 02s | ||||||
| 11/18/25 |  How to Maintain Your Lifestyle in Retirement | What is your biggest challenge/problem with money? [Ep 163] If you're wondering how to maintain your retirement lifestyle without sacrificing what you love, this episode is for you. You're enjoying life and the thought of preparing for retirement has you feeling you will have to give up everything. Planning for lifestyle changes now actually saves you from stress, money struggles, and disappointment later. The problem isn't your spending, it's unclear priorities. When you don't kn... | 14m 35s | ||||||
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