153: Money and Mental Health: Support Yourself, Your Team, and Loved Ones

A layoff or job loss can trigger an emotional rollercoaster, with feelings of shock, anger, sadness, or relief. Financial Therapist Lindsay shares that nearly half of Americans experience layoff anxiety, as recent statistics highlight the prevalence of layoffs due to cost-cutting measures and industry shifts. In this video, you'll learn that a job loss can evoke emotions similar to those experienced after a significant life event. Watch along for compassionate and actionable strategies for coping with a layoff, including prioritizing self-care, regaining control through small tasks, and building a support system. Read the corresponding blog here! https://www.mindmoneybalance.com/blogandvideos/how-to-deal-with-a-layoff

Over 44 million Americans left their jobs last year. High employee turnover is more than just a statistic; it’s a loud and clear signal that something within your organization isn’t resonating with your team. You're in the right place if you’re involved in hiring, management, or overseeing employee culture and well-being. I’m sharing five practical strategies to help you maintain your employees by implementing financial wellness initiatives in the workplace. Resources: Accompanying Blog https://www.mindmoneybalance.com/blogandvideos/reducing-employee-turnover-financial-wellness Hire Lindsay for your Organization https://www.mindmoneybalance.com/speaking

If you’ve made a money mistake and can’t stop thinking about it, tune in to learn more about why this is. Learn how to cultivate self-compassion to forgive ourselves, extract valuable lessons, and progress towards a healthier financial future. In this episode, financial therapist Lindsay Bryan-Podvin explains the connection between our early childhood experiences and financial decision-making, talking about how our choices are frequently tied to our desire for safety and security. Lindsay provides guidance on overcoming past money mistakes, encouraging self-forgiveness, and moving forward with a sense of understanding and confidence as you move into financial resilience.

The Doomsday Prepper archetype excels at financial preparation. They are the epitome of “good on paper.” But with all of that saving, planning, and thinking ahead, they often struggle to find contentment in the present. Learn how Doomsday Preppers can balance their drive for financial security with the ability to appreciate using money meaningfully to enhance life's experiences.  Resources Mentioned: Financial Archetype Quiz https://www.mindmoneybalance.com/quiz

If you find yourself constantly moving the financial goalpost because you think you need more, you might be a Money Admirerer. The Money Admirerer archetype is frequently applauded for their tenacity and work ethic, but the downside is that they might struggle to appreciate what’s happening in the moment and find contentment and joy beyond financial achievements. Tune into this mini episode for a primer on this archetype and the frequent ways I help them in my financial therapy practice! Resources Mentioned: Financial Archetype Quiz https://www.mindmoneybalance.com/quiz

There are four Money Archetypes that shape what we believe about money and how it impacts what we do–or don’t do–with our money. The second money personality type is the Free Spirit. Known for their radical optimism and general "why not?!" attitude toward life, they tend to be excited to spend. The shadow side of their excitement is they sometimes spend and focus on outward appearances as a reflection of their self-worth and worry about what others think about them if they don’t overspend. Think your spending makes you a Free Spirit? Listen to find out! Resources Mentioned: Financial Archetype Quiz https://www.mindmoneybalance.com/quiz

Over the next 4 weeks, I’ll be sharing mini-episodes on the Financial Archetypes. These Money Archetypes shape what we believe about money and how it impacts what we do–or don’t do–with our money. For those who fall into the first category, the “Blissfully Indifferent,” money is a sensitive topic that is best avoided. This person may feel overwhelmed by money management, financial literacy, and a combination of embarrassment and avoidance. If that’s you (or someone you know), tune in to learn more about the strengths of this archetype and ideas to help you start having a healthier relationship with money. Resources Mentioned: Financial Archetype Quiz https://www.mindmoneybalance.com/quiz

We often think about Survivor Guilt as something that happens to survivors of accidents or natural disasters, but a financial twist also happens. Financial Survivor’s Guilt is a phenomenon where individuals feel guilty for their financial stability while others around them struggle. People who experience this might experience similar symptoms of traditional survivor guilt: racing thoughts, anxiety, and physical pain or discomfort. In this episode, I cover this phenomenon, and give listeners ideas for how to cope with it and dial down the intensity of those symptoms [Hint: it doesn’t involve giving away all of your worldly possessions and living in the woods]. Resources Mentioned: Hire a Financial Therapist! https://www.mindmoneybalance.com/speaking

We can spend a lot of time working on our own relationship with money, but it's equally important to know how to discuss it with others. If you’ve ever clammed up or stumbled over your words, you're not alone. And frankly, whether it's explaining to your nieces and nephews why you can't buy them ice cream again or discussing a house down payment with your partner, money conversations are inevitable. Despite our progress, surveys show people still find talking about money more awkward than discussing sex. But trust me, many of us want to have these conversations; we just don't know how to start. In this episode, I’m laying out 5 steps to help you have the money talk. Resources Mentioned: Quiz: Which Financial Wellness Topic Does My Team Need? https://www.mindmoneybalance.com/quiz-financial-wellness Hire a Financial Therapist! https://www.mindmoneybalance.com/speaking 

It’s no secret that mental health is a fundamental part of overall wellbeing. 1 in 5 American adults experience a diagnosable mental health condition annually, and 1 in 4 will experience a mental illness at some time in their life. I’m a believer that we don’t need to have a diagnosable mental illness to tend to our mental health. Especially because our mental health impacts how we think, feel, and behave financially. In this video, I’ll share more about how money and mental health intersect, including how it impacts those without a diagnosis and how we can tend to our financial and mental health. Whether you're experiencing mental illness,  an employer hoping to better support your team, or an ally helping a loved one, I've got practical tips to help you at the intersection of money and mental health. Resources Mentioned: Quiz: Which Financial Wellness Topic Does My Team Need? https://www.mindmoneybalance.com/quiz-financial-wellness Emergency Funds the Easy Way https://www.mindmoneybalance.com/blogandvideos/emergency-fund-formula-easy-savings-plan  Popcorn Finance Podcast Episode: How To Make Therapy More Affordablehttps://popcornfinance.com/podcast/432-how-to-make-therapy-more-affordable/ 37 Ways to Practice Financial Self-Care https://www.mindmoneybalance.com/blogandvideos/financial-self-care-examples Financial Wellness for Teams in the Workplace https://www.mindmoneybalance.com/blogandvideos/financial-wellness-for-teams  Hire a Financial Therapist! https://www.mindmoneybalance.com/speaking