Good With Money

In this episode I share 6 tips on what to do when life is life-ing and all you want to do is avoid, sabotage, and spend all your money on things you know you don't need. I take you through a recent personal experience of feeling too overwhelmed to do the right thing for my finances and how I got myself out of that without shame or guilt. Highlights: Treating your emotions like they're a toddler ha...

We're baaaaaaack! Well, kinda. While we're not back for a proper new season of The Comments Section, we've got a few special edition yaps that we'll be dropping for your listening pleasure over the coming weeks. Not a full meal, but a tasty morsel that leaves you wanting more (we hope).  In this episode, we're building on a topic we discussed at Victoria's recent book launch in Perth: is "Tem...

In this 'That's Juicy' episode, I chat with mortgage broker Jess Bailey about the human side of home buying. We explore how personal circumstances shape financial decisions and how brokers can advocate for clients whose situations fall outside traditional lending norms.   Episode Highlights: The reality of social media credit card points discourse versus actual travel rewards How having child...

In this follow-up episode, I share four more behavioural hacks to make managing money feel easier and more enjoyable. I explore psychological approaches that can transform your relationship with budgeting and saving while still living a life you love.   Episode Highlights: Why building small joys into your budget is essential for long-term financial success Creating a "dream budget" as a tool...

Welcome to a 3-part mini series to celebrate our upcoming retreat in partnership with Yogable, The Money Sleepover this June! In episode one, we're giving you a taster of the types of money conversations we'll be having at the retreat and the type of vibe you can expect, by discussing the concept of a "silent dream". You know, that thing you always kinda wanted to do but think it's too late or tha...

In this top loved episode I'm chatting about one of your FAVE topics on the pod: clothing spending. Oh, it's such a beast, isn't it?! If you relate to the feeling of outsourcing your identity to consumption, you'll love this episode.  GET YOUR TICKETS TO MASTER YOUR STYLE MASTER YOUR SPENDING! https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1379832?embed Join the waitlist for next round of The Ward...

Money management doesn't have to feel restrictive or complicated. In this episode, I share 4 practical financial behaviour hacks that have transformed my relationship with money and can help make your finances simpler too. Highlights: Why matching your budget to your actual environment is crucial for financial success The "lazy gal budget" method that eliminates mental gymnastics around spending T...

Welcome to a new series of the podcast called That's Juicy! where I nab a chat with experts in a range of fields and squeeze the juice out of what they do best, to equip you with the knowledge you need in life and money. This week we're joined by long-time friend of the show, Emily Wallace, who is a prolific Buyer's Advocate here in Melbourne. She knows the property buying process for first and fa...

In this episode, I share why developing a monthly money reflection practice can transform your relationship with money. Instead of waiting until year-end to review your finances, I'll show you how regular reflection can lead to faster improvements and more intentional financial decisions. Highlights: Why I believe monthly reflection yields better results than solely annual reviews Research on refl...

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Welcome to the final episode in our 3 part style & spending mini series! Today we're finishing off with the aspect of your style that comes entirely from your mindset. From breaking up with your fantasy self, to finding acceptance for who you are and changing the way you see yourself, we'll leave you inspired to silence that inner critic and start seeing style differently. Get your event ticke...

Welcome back to the Master Your Style, Master Your Spending mini series, celebrating our upcoming Melbourne event this May, hosted by me, Emma Edwards, and my cohost and stylist, Maddy Forster. In this episode we're delving into your spending and buying patterns, including vulnerably sharing our own, in order to understand the cycles we might be stuck in, and how we can break them. Get your event...

Welcome to the Master Your Style, Master Your Spending mini series, celebrating our upcoming Melbourne event this May, hosted by me, Emma Edwards, and my cohost and stylist, Maddy Forster. In this episode we're starting off in your wardrobe, exploring what we can learn from the things we already have. From what to do with those items you don't wear but can't let go of, to what we can learn from th...

Melbourne style and spending event tickets are on sale now!!! Early bird until 7 April https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1379832?embed   In this episode I chat to stylist, Maddy Forster from Mad About Fashion about the power of finding your personal style, for your happiness, your bank account, and your confidence.  This episode originally appeared as part of my 6 week group expe...

In this episode, I dive into the critical difference between explanations and excuses when it comes to our financial situations. I explore how identifying this difference can transform our money mindset, help us take meaningful action, and prevent future regrets. By learning to shift from excuse-making to explanation-seeking, we can break through psychological barriers and create genuine financial...

When are we buying to fix ourselves, and when are we "investing in ourselves"? In this solo episode I dive into the sometimes-dangerous advice I see on social media about "investing in yourself" (which is basically just fixing yourself and/or emotional spending in disguise), and unpack the differences between healthy investments in yourself and toxic pseudo investments in yourself. Then, we move o...

In part two of this slap-a-dappin episode on self-image and financial health, I explore four additional powerful strategies to build self-acceptance and stop the cycle of emotional spending. Building on the foundation laid in part one, this episode dives deeper into identifying your "fantasy self," recognising spending triggers, working with what you already own, and developing a framework to inte...

Step into my time machine: for this week's Friday Fave we're going all the way back to 2023 to hear a fave ep about the link between a lack of self love and financial self sabotage, WOOF! Buckle up, it's a juicy one. When we exist in a society that conditions us (especially women and marginalised groups) to constantly pursue "better" versions of ourselves, our finances often suffer as a result. I...

In this episode I explore the profound connection between self-acceptance and financial wellness. Discover why the journey to liking yourself isn't a simple switch to flip, but rather a transformative process that can revolutionise your relationship with both your self-image and your spending habits. I had SO MUCH TO SAY it's ended up being a two parter, so tune in next Thursday for 4 more ways to...

We all love a good actionable list, and this week I'm taking you through ten wallet-friendly ways to level up your life without burning a hole in your budget. From sprucing up your morning routine to splurging on fancy hand soaps, I explore practical strategies for enhancing your lifestyle without breaking the bank. With the current cost of living, it's never been more important to prioritise upgr...

In this episode I'm taking you through some advice I use in my Wardrobe Project behaviour change program about how to break the habit of buying your confidence on a rack. I spent years outsourcing my confidence and my identity to consumption, most notably clothing consumption, and it not only drained my bank account, but kept me stuck in a cycle of never being good enough. I'll take you through 14...

In this episode, I explore the idea of "quiet quitting" beyond the workplace and how it applies to our consumption habits. Inspired by a recent newsletter on stepping back from the beauty hamster wheel, can a change in mindset help us break free from the cycle of overconsumption and superficial self-care? I share practical strategies for assessing what genuinely adds value to our lives, like simpl...

In this episode I'm taking you through 9 practical ways to learn to SPEND money like a financially confident queen – because when we SPEND money effectively, we can do everything else much better, too. Highlights: Why learning to spend money is paramount to learning to save and invest Countering values-based spending with anti-values sacrifices Identifying and eliminating a scarcity mindset...

In this episode I take you on a journey through the many evolutions of my personal finances so far, through the lens of the mindset shifts and identity upgrades I've undergone going from hot money mess to financially confident and building wealth. I go through the changes I made as I: Started fixing my finances once and for all Began paying off debt Finally paid off my debt Learned to save Investe...

We all know that dopamine drives our spending, whether it’s impulse shopping, online browsing, or grabbing a little treat just because. That quick hit of excitement can make spending feel effortless, while saving? Not so much. But what if we could flip the script and make saving just as rewarding as swiping our card? This week, I’m unpacking how to retrain your brain to crave financial...