Money has a history—your history. Explore how past generations affect your money mindset on our new Money Minus Shame episode.

We’re taking a deep dive into the stories that shape us. In this episode of the Money Minus Shame podcast, Host Nate Astle, CFT™, M.S. and Tyrone White Jr., AFC®, CFT™, MSF delve into the concept of intergenerational money stories, exploring how our financial beliefs and behaviors are shaped by the experiences of previous generations.

They discuss the role of financial therapy in addressing these stories, the cultural and racial influences on money perception, and share personal anecdotes that illustrate the lasting impact of family financial histories.

Real-life examples, including stories of a grandfather's insistence on keeping receipts and a parent's DIY mindset, are used to illustrate how past experiences impact present financial behaviors.

Lastly, the hosts offer practical advice on exploring one’s money timeline and distinguishing personal financial values from inherited habits.This conversation sheds light on how financial therapy helps people uncover and process these passed-down money beliefs to gain better financial well-being.

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Key takeaways from this episode:

- We all have a story around money that shapes our beliefs.

- Intergenerational money stories influence our financial behaviors.

- Financial therapy helps us understand our money narratives.

- Cultural and racial backgrounds significantly impact money perceptions.

- Personal experiences with money can create lasting fears and habits.

- Exploring past generations' experiences can provide context for our own feelings.

- It's essential to distinguish between personal values and inherited beliefs.

- Practical steps can help individuals explore their money stories.

- Seeking professional help can aid in understanding financial anxieties.

- Acknowledging that money is a generational trauma can facilitate healing.

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Welcome to the Money Minus Shame podcast, powered by the Financial Therapy Clinical Institute. Here, we make money human.

Our greatest hope is to eliminate shame from the financial experience and drive money conversations to be holistic and human first.

This podcast is hosted by Nate Astle and Tyrone White and produced by Rei Haycraft.

To learn more about Money Minus Shame and the Financial Therapy Clinical Institute, visit:

https://www.financialtherapyclinicalinstitute.com