11 Tiny Social Cues That Tell You Someone Grew Up Struggling Financially

“Workaholism is often a response to financial trauma, as individuals may work excessively to avoid future financial difficulties or setbacks. This behavior can lead to burnout, which has serious mental and physical health complications,” explains Joyce Marter, a licensed clinical professional counselor.

Talk therapy and its benefits

Joyce Marter, LCPC, “therapy is a safe, supportive, empathic space to explore the aspects of self you may not be willing or able to explore within the context of friendships or other personal relationships.”

Balance Abundance Mindset With Financial Consciousness To Build Wealth

When people talk about building wealth, they often focus on one of two extremes: “think abundant thoughts and the universe will manifest your dreams” or “budget harder, work more, and tighten the numbers to turn a profit.” In reality, neither of these approaches works alone. Wealth is built at the intersection of expansive vision and … Read more

Why Talking About Money Is the Last Great Taboo

Changing the conversation about money can change everything. Despite progress in mental health awareness and financial literacy, money remains one of the most difficult topics for people to discuss. A 2024 Bankrate survey found that Americans think money is more taboo to talk about than politics, religion or even weight. The resulting silence isn’t harmless; it … Read more

Money Boundaries and Mental Health

How to go from doormat to dignified. Tears streamed down my face as I sat across from my CPA. My therapy practice was generating a significant amount of revenue, yet I was on the brink of collapse. Poor profit margins and weak financial boundaries had left me in a severe cash-flow crisis. With kindness, he said: “Joyce, you’re not … Read more

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