“I Saved Every Penny Out of Fear—And It Led Me to Financial Freedom”

Most people think saving every penny is the key to financial security. But what happens when saving isn’t just a strategy—it’s an obsession fueled by fear? In this raw and unfiltered episode, I sit down with Tess Waresmith from Wealth with Tess, who opens up about how childhood money fears shaped her into a compulsive saver. She believed hoarding money was the only way to feel safe—until she realized that true financial freedom required more than just saving. In this episode, we dive into: How childhood money fears shape our financial decisions as adults Why compulsive saving can be just as limiting as overspending How she broke free from fear-based money habits and started building wealth How women are conditioned to feel guilt and fear around money—and how to reclaim your power If you’ve ever felt stuck in a scarcity mindset, afraid to spend, or unsure how to make your money work for you, this episode is a must-listen. Grab Your Copy of My Book! My new book, Unraveling Your Relationship with Money, is officially here! If money has ever felt stressful, confusing, or out of your control, this book is going to change everything for you. It’s time to stop playing small and start owning your financial future. Grab your copy HERE -http://www.everyonestalkinmoney.com/book Listen & Subscribe: Don’t miss the rest of the Unravel Your Relationship with Money Mini Summit! Hit subscribe and get ready for more deep, unfiltered money conversations all month long. Connect with Us: Follow Tess on Instagram: @wealthwithtess Follow me on Instagram: @shannahgame Share this episode with someone who needs to hear this, leave a review, and tag us on Instagram so we can shout you out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Ever feel like no matter what you do, you'll never have “enough” money? Join the club! On Everyone’s Talkin' Money, we know it’s not just about the dollars—it’s the sleepless nights, the 3 a.m. “Can I afford that?” panic, and the fear of never hitting your goals. I'm here to change all that. Hosted by Shannah Game, Certified Financial Planner, Certified Trauma of Money Specialist, and soon-to-be author of Unraveling Your Relationship with Money (coming Feb 2025), this show skips the BS and digs into what’s really keeping you stuck—those emotional triggers and habits we all have but never talk about. Whether it’s money guilt, fear, or just plain overwhelm, we’ve got real stories and laugh-out-loud tips to help you stop stressing and start building actual wealth. Healthy wealth. If you’re tired of advice from finance bros who yell at you for making mistakes and jargon-filled lectures, hit subscribe and tune in for a refreshing take on building wealth in a way that’s real, doable, and actually enjoyable. It’s time to kick fear to the curb and build the life (and bank account) you deserve.