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10 Things Your Financial Therapist Wants You to Know

Dear Money Adventurer,

Every single day of our lives, whether we realize it or not, each one of us is writing our own unique Money Story.

Yet, no matter how different our journeys may be, there are certain themes and questions that we all struggle with at some point or another. And when we realize that we aren’t the only ones facing these challenges, the burden is a little easier to carry.

That is why I share my Money Mochas every year when we open registration for the Art of Money –bec...

Registration for Art of Money ends in 4 days! Are you in?

​Hello, dear Money Adventurer,

I hope you enjoyed this warm and cozy season of Money Mochas!

In case you haven’t sorted it out by now, the Art of Money program is now open for registration.

Gentle head’s up, though: the doors are closing in 4 days.

So…if you’re ready to create a more heart-grounded, values-in-action, on-top-of-your-game, and sleeping-like-a-peaceful-baby relationship with money … this program could be just the thing for you.

If you’re new here and don’t know what ...

Why I’m still not raising the price of the Art of Money

Dear Money Adventurer,

“Charge what you’re worth!” “Raise your rates every year!” “Don’t leave money on the table!”

This seemingly well-meaning advice is often framed as encouragement.

But, honestly, I feel stressed out just reading that. Do you?

This is the kind of traditional money advice the world has to offer us. Is there a time and place for this kind of financial guidance? Absolutely.

AND I’m proud to break the rules when it serves a higher purpose.

As we countdown the da...

5 Steps to Making Good Money Decisions

Dear Money Adventurer,

The Art of Money year-long money school registration is closing in less than a week!

If you’re reading this and you’re still trying to make a decision about whether or not to join us yourself, well…I have some help for you.

See, the decision you’re trying to make now is a money decision: Should you spend money on improving your relationship with money?

Feels like a bit of a paradox, right?

If it feels a little tangly in your mind, stick with me because I wan...

Have Compassion for Your Financial “Mistakes”

Dear Money Adventurer,

I am so thankful for the opportunity to share my Money Mochas with you. This free money support mini-series is my way of “paying it forward,” expressing my gratitude for all that I have been honored to learn in my own money journey, and all the encouragement you have offered me along the way. It’s my way of saying, “I see you,” “you aren’t alone,” and “there is a better way.”

These teachings aren’t a quick fix, they’re the foundation you need to start building a more...

The Money Magic of Baby Steps

Dear Money Adventurer,

As we sip our way through our last few Money Mochas of the season, I want to remind you that the seemingly small steps we’re exploring here can add up to a whole new chapter in your Money Story.

Each and every one of these Money Mocha teachings offers a profoundly powerful tool that can help you bring new meaning and awareness to your relationship with money.

This free money support mini-series is just a taste test of the abundance of body-based practices, rea...

What Money Legacy Will You Leave Behind?

Dear Money Adventurer,

Welcome to your daily dose of Money Mocha wisdom, the latest sweet sample in this season’s free money support mini-series. This series is my own little tradition, a way of expressing my love and appreciation for this community, an offering of gratitude to lift you up in your money journey, and to thank you for the way that you have encouraged me in mine.

Each Money Mocha is a tiny taste test of the compassionate teachings, body-based wisdom, and real-life money-sa...

Here’s What Happens When You Merge Your Values and Bookkeeping

Dear Money Adventurer,

Welcome back to another loving mug of Money Mocha, my free money support mini-series created to inspire you in your money journey and equip you for the path ahead. Each Money Mocha is a tiny taste of the body-based wisdom, practical money tools, and real-life community support that make up the foundation of my year-long money school, The Art of Money. These short and sweet teachings are a gift of gratitude to my community and an invitation to bring more loving understan...

How to Begin a New Chapter in Your Money Story

Good Morning, Dear Money Adventurer!

Or afternoon or evening- whenever this finds you, welcome to the first loving sip of a brand new season of Money Mochas, my free money support mini-series.

Every time we open the doors to my year-long money school, The Art of Money, I offer a little extra loving encouragement to the community with this Money Mocha tradition. It’s a wonderful way to give you some great, free money wisdom while sharing a sweet sample of what’s inside the program to help y...

Today is Opening Day! Registration for Art of Money Starts Now!

Dear Money Adventurer,

Today’s the day! Art of Money is now open for registration!

Every time we open the doors for registration, I have a personal tradition of sharing a free money support mini-series of real-life tools and loving encouragement to support and guide folks in their money journeys. These Money Mochas are my gift of gratitude to this community and a heartfelt celebration of all who embark on this brave and beautiful journey.

Tomorrow we’ll kick off a new season of Money Mo...