Highly Sensitive Money for Highly Sensitive People who want to align their values with their money

Aligning Catholic Values with Financial Strategy: A Conversation with Bill and Anne Hatch   In this episode of Highly Sensitive Money, I interview Bill and Anne Hatch, exploring their journey from conventional finance backgrounds to impactful investments aligned with their Catholic values. The discussion highlights their involvement with the Francesco Collaborative, their transition into social ju...

Breaking the Money Taboo with Psychotherapist turned Money Coach Laura Gates-Lupton   In this episode, our guest Laura Gates-Lupton and I embark on a candid conversation about the intersection of money, feminism, and sensitivity. Laura, a former psychotherapist turned money coach, shares her journey from a career in social work to empowering women to break free from financial constraints. We delve...

Cultivating Impactful Businesses: Key Insights from Rose Slam! Johnson   Rose Slam! Johnson is the vibrant force behind Nimble Roots Coaching, a personalized coaching business tailored to queer small business owners. With a focus on infusing joy into the entrepreneurial journey, Slam!’s coaching style is characterized by love, bravery, and compassion. Drawing on their own experiences of overcoming...

Valerie June Hockett: Creativity As a Force for Change   In this episode, our guest Valerie June Hockett and I embark on a journey through the transformative power of creativity. Valerie, a Grammy-nominated artist and creative visionary, shares her unique perspective on how art can inspire social change and personal growth. We explore her multifaceted career, from her early struggles to her curren...

Thriving as a Highly Sensitive Entrepreneur with Bianca Wilson In this episode of 'Highly Sensitive Money,' I welcome Bianca Wilson, a former client and a highly sensitive person, to discuss her journey to financial transformation. Bianca, an emotional freedom technique practitioner and mindful communication facilitator, shares how her sensitivity both challenges and enhances her professional and...

Reclaiming Financial Agency: An Interview with financial therapist Haylie Castillo In this episode of Highly Sensitive Money, I interview financial therapist Haylie Castillo. We discuss the significance of financial backgrounds shaped by social justice, systemic oppression, and personal upbringing. Haylie shares her journey of growing up in a conservative, patriarchal environment, navigating and d...

Redefining Success: Money, Creativity, and Sensitivity with Karen Kinney In this episode, Karen Kinney and I discuss our financial backgrounds and how our sensitivities have shaped our relationship with money. We cover topics like early financial lessons, childhood stability, and the role of contentment and spiritual connection in our lives. The conversation also explores the challenges of transit...

Highly Sensitive and Socially Active: Financial Perspectives from Jasmine Rashid In this episode of Highly Sensitive Money, Diana Yanez interviews Jasmine Rashid, who shares her journey into social justice and financial activism. Based in Oakland, Jasmine works at an impact investment advisory firm and is the author of the forthcoming book, 'The Financial Activist Playbook.' Jasmine discusses her...

The Spiritual Side of Entrepreneurship: A Conversation with Franklin Taggart In this episode of 'Highly Sensitive Money,' host Diana Yanez interviews Franklin Taggart, a coach and former musician, about his experiences with marketing, entrepreneurship, and managing burnout. They discuss the challenges of being a highly sensitive person in business, and finding spiritual fulfillment through entrepr...

Breaking the Financial Barrier: How Gender Plays a Role with Finances for Feminists In this episode of 'Highly Sensitive Money,' host Diana Yañez welcomes Ariel Nathanson from 'Finances for Feminists.' The conversation delves into Ariel's journey into finance, starting from her childhood love for numbers to her current role in financial education. Ariel shares her experiences at Wellesley College,...

The Showgirl Shaman: Embracing Embodiment in Money and Art with Kellita Maloof In this episode of Highly Sensitive Money, host Diana Yañez interviews Kellita Maloof, known as the showgirl shaman, about the unique challenges and insights of highly sensitive people in handling their finances. Kellita shares her journey as a performing and teaching artist who helps highly sensitive women embrace thei...

Community Investing: Building a Just Economy with Nicole Middleton Holloway In this episode of 'Highly Sensitive Money,' host Diana interviews Nicole Middleton Holloway, founder of Strategy Squad, about her unique journey from media and entertainment into finance. Nicole shares her expertise in private placements, social justice investing, and community investing, emphasizing the importance of lev...

Navigating Money, Sensitivity, and Social Justice with Mikella Millen In this episode of Highly Sensitive Money, Mikella Millen shares her journey as a highly sensitive person navigating financial challenges and personal growth.  Mikella discusses her multifaceted career as a psychotherapist, art therapist, and multidisciplinary healer. Mikella shares her journey with money, from growing up with c...

Money Lessons from My Parents: A Journey of Financial Wisdom Welcome to the first episode for the second season of 'Highly Sensitive Money'!  In this episode, I share valuable financial lessons I learned from my Mexican immigrant parents. I discuss both positive and negative experiences that shaped my understanding of money, work, and entrepreneurship.  Key takeaways include the importance of earn...

Does it sound familiar to feel like your personal finance decisions are out of your control? You may have been told to just budget better and yet, you still feel overwhelmed by financial stress. The pain of feeling like you're constantly struggling to make ends meet despite trying to budget better can be exhausting and demoralizing. But there is a way to understand the impact of policy on your per...

If you're feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about what to do with your money, and if you're finding it challenging to make decisions that align with your values and financial goals, then you are not alone! It's not just about numbers and math – it's about understanding your values, your past experiences with money, and  cultivating a supportive community.  You can watch the full video here. In thi...

Does the idea of financial freedom and intuitive spending sound familiar to you? Have you been told to create a strict budget and stick to it in order to take control of your finances? If you're feeling frustrated and restricted by this approach, you're not alone. It's time to explore a more intuitive and balanced way of managing your money. In today's Highly Sensitive Money conversation join me a...

If you're feeling constantly stuck in a cycle of never feeling like you have enough, always striving for more but never finding satisfaction, then you are not alone! Despite efforts to achieve financial security and abundance, the feeling of scarcity and insufficiency persists, leaving you constantly grasping for more without ever feeling truly fulfilled. The pursuit of more money, possessions, or...

From dreaming of a career as a professional jazz trumpet player to deciding health insurance was something worth getting, leo freeman's journey into financial planning took unexpected turns. His path was anything but conventional, and his realization of the undervaluation of cultural workers and artists in society sparked a pivotal shift in his trajectory. Embracing various jobs and eventually fin...

Have you ever heard these myths about decolonizing wealth and dismantling oppressive systems?  Myth 1: Philanthropy is the ultimate solution to societal inequality.  Myth 2: Working with money is solely about acquisition and greed.  Myth 3: Dismantling oppressive systems is someone else's responsibility.  I'll reveal the truth behind these myths, but first, let's dive deeper into the reality of de...

In a world where wealth often dictates worth, Rose Feerick's upbringing in an affluent town took an unexpected turn. Despite the trappings of privilege, her family prioritized faith, education, and family over material possessions, setting her on a path toward a unique relationship with money. Now, she shares her journey of navigating the complexities of wealth and spirituality, leaving us ponderi...

Does it sound familiar to feel passionate about social justice, but also overwhelmed by the idea of taking care of yourself? You may have been told to push yourself to the limit for the cause, sacrificing your own well-being for the greater good. This approach can lead to burnout, exhaustion, and a sense of hopelessness, ultimately hindering your ability to make a meaningful impact in the long run...

If you're feeling overwhelmed and confused about navigating economic inequality and money, then you are not alone! The traditional approach to financial coaching may not be addressing the deep-rooted impact of childhood financial backgrounds, leading to discomfort, guilt, and a struggle to say no in adulthood. It’s time to explore a new perspective on how systemic issues around money can affect yo...

Highly Sensitive Money gives Highly Sensitive People (HSP) who are passionate about social justice resources to align their money with their values. Join me, Diana Gisel Yañez, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and Registered Life Planner™, as I coach HSPs, interview experts, and share my own journey discovering the gifts of my sensitivity and how it relates to money.   Diana Gisel Yañez is an Investme...