#19 – “Money is bad. I hate it.” – Understanding the Money Avoidant's Money Scripts

Do you know someone that believes money is bad, creates anxiety, and that rich people are greedy? Do they believe that they don’t deserve money? If so, their majority of their beliefs about money may fall into a category that financial therapists call Money Avoidance. People with these types of money scripts are associated with lower levels of education, income and net worth and often have a range of self-defeating money behaviors. If this is you or someone you love, l...

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Most financial experts focus solely on numbers, but Rick Kahler, CFP®, CFT™, takes a deeper approach. With over 40 years of experience, Rick blends practical financial advice with powerful emotional insights to help you understand why you make the money decisions you do. Research shows that 90% of our financial choices are driven by emotions—not logic. Whether your habits seem irrational or confusing, Rick helps uncover the underlying beliefs and feelings influencing your behavior. It's about more than just building wealth; it’s about understanding the emotions that shape every financial decision.Tune in to The Financial Therapy Podcast to discover how better emotional awareness can lead to smarter financial choices.Explore more at thefinancialtherapypodcast.com.