We’ve all faced money stress — but what if solving financial problems could actually feel… empowering? In this episode, Andrew and Catherine share a simple 3-step framework to help you approach money issues without shame, panic, or overwhelm. Whether you're dealing with debt, budgeting challenges, or cash flow confusion, this episode will help you feel calm, clear, and ready to take action.

• Why shame keeps us stuck in money problems
• A simple 3-step framework: Define the problem, Zoom out, Take the next right step
• How to stay grounded when emotions flare up
• Why solving money problems is rarely about “just making more”
• How your nervous system affects your financial clarity
• The importance of basic needs, especially when money is tight

📌 Feelings Wheel – To name and process emotions related to money

🔗 https://feelingswheel.com

📌 The Wealthy Barber – A storytelling-based book on financial basics

🔗 https://www.amazon.com/dp/0761513116?tag=5yy-20

📌 Open Path Collective – Affordable therapy when you’re feeling stuck

🔗 https://openpathcollective.org

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In this episode of Five Year You, Andrew and Catherine unpack the five most important ingredients for real, lasting wealth. Spoiler: it's not just about money. From redefining what wealth truly means to managing cash flow and building meaningful relationships, this conversation blends personal growth with financial wisdom.

💡 What You’ll Learn:

– The difference between being rich and being truly wealthy

– Why contentment is the foundation of wealth

– How to define your version of success and stop chasing “more”

– The importance of managing your cash flow and creating margin

– A simple way to start investing (even if you’re overwhelmed)

– Why connection and health are underrated wealth indicators

🛠️ Tools + Resources Mentioned:

📌 The Wealthy Barber – A beginner-friendly money book told in story form

🔗 https://www.amazon.com/dp/0761513116

📌 Index Fund Investing Basics – Learn how to invest without needing to be an expert

🔗 https://www.investor.gov/introduction-investing/investing-basics

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Feeling stuck financially? In this episode, Andrew and Catherine share a simple but powerful framework to help you get unstuck and solve your most pressing money problems. Whether you're facing debt, income challenges, or budgeting issues, this conversation will give you clarity, direction, and hope.

💡 What You’ll Learn:

– Why most money stress comes from overwhelm, not just income

– A 3-step framework to break down financial problems

– How to shift from panic to action

– Real-life stories and examples from people who’ve turned their finances around

– Practical mindset shifts that will help you feel more in control

🛠️ Tools + Resources Mentioned:

📌 Feelings Wheel – Helps you name the emotions behind money stress

🔗 https://feelingswheel.com

📌 The Wealthy Barber – A beginner-friendly book about money told as a story

🔗 https://www.amazon.com/dp/0761513116

📌 Open Path Collective – Affordable therapy to support your emotional well-being

🔗 https://openpathcollective.org

📌 Five Minute Budget System – Our simple approach to tracking spending and creating margin

🔗 https://fiveyearyou.com/free-budget

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