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    226. How money impacts our mental health

    enAugust 30, 2024
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    • Money's emotional significanceMoney affects our emotional and psychological well-being beyond its numerical value, impacting relationships, career choices, and even happiness. Understanding money's emotional significance can help manage financial anxiety and make informed decisions.

      Money plays a significant role in our emotional and psychological well-being, far beyond its numerical value. It represents freedom, independence, security, and status, and can impact our relationships, career choices, and even our happiness. Financial anxiety is common, especially during the 20s when many people are first becoming financially independent. This anxiety can lead to mental and physical health issues, and it's essential to understand the root causes and individual money archetypes to navigate these fears effectively. Money's emotional significance makes it a dominant presence in our lives, influencing our friendships, romantic relationships, living situations, and career choices. Understanding this connection between money and psychology can help us make informed decisions and prioritize our financial and emotional well-being.

    • Money and well-beingFinancial difficulties can significantly impact mood, sense of security, and overall well-being, leading to chronic stress and health issues. Understanding the root causes of financial stress can help improve our relationship with money.

      Our relationship with money is deeply personal and complex, much like our relationships with people. Money can significantly impact our mood, sense of security, and overall well-being. Objective financial difficulties, such as debt or lack of a steady income, can lead to chronic stress and various health issues. These struggles can make it difficult to focus on anything else and even compromise our immune system and hormonal balance. On the other hand, having more money can alleviate stress and make life easier by providing more options and time. It's essential to recognize that financial anxiety is made up of both objective financial difficulties and our subjective perceptions of those difficulties. By understanding this, we can begin to address the root causes of our financial stress and work towards improving our relationship with money.

    • Financial pressures and mental healthFinancial pressures can negatively impact mental health, leading to stress, anxiety, and social isolation, even when we have enough money, and past experiences and upbringing can shape our relationship with money

      Money can influence various aspects of our well-being beyond just providing happiness. While it can offer security, freedom, independence, and better services, not having enough money can lead to stress, anxiety, and social isolation. These financial pressures can impact mental health, creating a sense of lack of control and limiting social experiences. Even when we have enough money, our subjective perception of our financial situation can cause stress and worry. Past experiences of financial insecurity and upbringing can also shape our relationship with money, leading to different money languages and archetypes. It's essential to acknowledge and address these complexities in our financial lives.

    • Money languagesUnderstanding your unique emotional attachment to money through the 9 archetypes of saver, spender, investor, etc. can help improve financial well-being.

      Everyone has a unique way of relating to money, and understanding this can help improve our financial well-being. Ed Helms invites listeners to explore the second season of Snafu, which delves into J. Edgar Hoover's secret FBI. Meanwhile, Jenny Garth encourages self-care and self-love through her podcast I Choose Me. In the world of law enforcement, young prosecutors took down the mafia, marking the end of their reign in New York City. On a different note, Embedded Podcast explores the history of sex testing women athletes. Lastly, Dr. Gary Chapman's concept of love languages has been expanded to include nine archetypes for understanding our emotional attachment to money. These archetypes, such as the anxious, saver, spender, and investor, shape our behaviors towards spending, saving, and investing. By recognizing our own money language, we can better manage our finances and find peace of mind.

    • Money archetypesPeople have distinct attitudes towards money, categorized into saver, hoarder, spender, investor, amasser, and giver. Understanding these archetypes can reveal financial habits and potential areas for improvement.

      People have different attitudes and behaviors towards money, which can be categorized into various archetypes. The saver, also known as the stressor, is focused on saving and derives satisfaction from seeing their savings grow. However, they might miss out on opportunities due to their fear of not having enough money. The hoarder takes saving to the extreme, hoarding money without the intention to spend it, often for comfort. The spender derives joy from spending and experiences, sometimes impulsively. The investor is focused on growing wealth through investments, sometimes to the point of obsession. The amasser sees money as a measure of success and status, accumulating wealth for ego rather than day-to-day life improvement. Lastly, the giver sees money as something to be shared and used to help others, but they can be financially negligent and lack boundaries around money. These archetypes often come in pairs, with opposing attitudes towards money. Understanding these archetypes can provide insight into personal financial habits and potential areas for improvement.

    • Money Psychology, ArchetypesUnderstanding the Monk and Avoider archetypes in money psychology can help us recognize and address reactive attitudes towards money in our 20s, leading to better financial management and reducing stress.

      Our relationship with money is deeply influenced by our psychology. Two archetypes that illustrate this are the Monk and the Avoider. The Monk believes money is the root of all evil and chooses poverty over financial needs. The Avoider, on the other hand, ignores their finances due to emotional distress and fear. Both archetypes are reactive to money, and our 20s, a time of financial confusion and mismanagement, can exacerbate these reactions. To develop a healthier attitude towards money, it's essential to understand our emotional and cognitive responses and put in place productive strategies. By doing so, we can reduce stress, make the most of our income, and ultimately take control of our finances.

    • Self-love and Financial wellbeingPrioritize self-care for personal growth and happiness. Objective financial difficulties may require practical solutions, while subjective financial anxiety may benefit from mental health resources and perspective shift.

      Self-love and financial wellbeing are essential aspects of personal growth and happiness. Jenny Garth's podcast, I Choose Me, encourages listeners to prioritize themselves and make self-care a priority. Meanwhile, understanding the difference between objective and subjective financial anxiety can help individuals determine the best strategies for managing their finances. Objective financial difficulties may require practical solutions, such as creating a budget or seeking professional help, while subjective financial anxiety may benefit from mental health resources and a shift in perspective. Both topics emphasize the importance of taking control of one's life and wellbeing, whether it be through self-love or financial stability. Listen to I Choose Me with Jenny Garth and Law and Order Criminal Justice System for further insights on these transformative journeys.

    • Money archetypes and financial anxietyRecognizing your money archetype can help you manage financial anxiety by identifying triggers and making more conscious financial decisions based on long-term goals

      Understanding your money behaviors and identifying your money archetype are crucial in managing subjective financial anxiety. Your first instinct when receiving money can reveal your archetype, and recognizing it can help you notice triggers that may lead you to rely on emotional rather than practical approaches to money management. To break the habit loop, pause and focus on your long-term financial goals and distribute your financial choices across different time periods. Remember, being aware of your triggers and habit loops can help you make more conscious financial decisions.

    • Financial balance and mental healthAssessing your financial situation and prioritizing mental health is crucial for managing anxiety and stress related to money. If your basic needs are covered, focus on other aspects of your life. If financial issues exist, address them while investing in mental health.

      Finding balance and being realistic about your financial situation is crucial for managing anxiety and stress related to money. It's essential to assess your current financial situation and prioritize your mental health. If your basic needs are covered, bills are paid on time, and debt is under control, then you can take a pause and focus on other aspects of your life. However, if there are financial issues, it's important to address them. Remember, you're not alone in your financial worries, and investing in your mental health is more important than worrying about money. Additionally, understanding your emotional relationship with money during your twenties is a crucial step towards financial independence.

    • Personal growth, Understanding mindExplore personal growth through podcasts like Jenny Garth's 'I Choose Me' and David Eagleman's 'Inner Cosmos', gaining insights into self and the world, ultimately empowering life improvements.

      Personal growth and understanding the inner workings of the mind are important journeys worth pursuing. Jenny Garth's "I Choose Me" podcast encourages listeners to join her in her quest for contentment and gratitude. Meanwhile, David Eagleman's "Inner Cosmos" podcast invites us to explore the relationship between our brains and our lives, shedding light on the mysteries within our minds. Looking back, the mafia once held New York City in its grip, using fear and intimidation to control the city. However, the murder of Carmine Galante marked a turning point, signaling that the law could indeed prosecute these criminals. This historical event serves as a reminder that even the most powerful forces can be challenged and changed. In the realm of personal growth and scientific discovery, both Garth and Eagleman offer valuable insights. By tuning into their podcasts, we can learn to better understand ourselves and the world around us, ultimately empowering us to make the most of our lives. Listen to "I Choose Me with Jenny Garth" and "Inner Cosmos with David Eagleman" on the iHeartRadio app, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.

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