The Broke Generation

This week we’re cutting through the delulu about manifestation, money beliefs, and the practicalities of financial growth. Dissecting the difference between productive manifestation and delusional thinking, we’re emphasising the necessity of putting in the work to achieve your goals. It’s important to adopt a balanced approach, and recognise that while manifestation can set the stage for progress, it has to be accompanied by proactive steps towards your goals. We also look at societal influences on money beliefs, particularly for women across different generations and the generational shifts currently happening in attitudes towards financial autonomy.

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Feeling stuck in your financial journey without a clue on how to move forward? Don't worry, you're in good hands! Today, I'm dishing out 7 essential principles to jumpstart your path to better finances this year. Whether it's reclaiming time for your passions or ditching the anxiety over looming bills, these steps may seem small but they pack a punch. Embracing progress, no matter how modest, paves the way for greater achievements down the line.

Have a listen and check out another episode which you may find helpful, Is it time to raise your money standards? You can...

Grab an $18 green smoothie, lounge on your million-dollar sun lounge, and get comfortable as we dip our toes into the delicate balance between budget and boujie. We explore the nuances of spending habits, including the Price Per Wear/Use method and how it doesn’t apply to every purchases.

Have you experienced the social stigma associated with using vouchers or coupons, and the pressure to maintain appearances? We’re sharing personal experiences and struggles with confronting financial judgments from others. 

There's no one-size-fits-all approach to managing money. What’s important is understanding your personal values and fin...

What’s the connection between personal branding and financial management? Drawing from my own evolving personal brand, I highlight the power of aligning your money habits with your personal values. Personal branding is a holistic representation of who you are and what you stand for, extending beyond just your career and the number on your payslip.

From transforming money habits to expanding the financial window, I’m giving you some actionable strategies to take control of your financial narrative. Like with any goal, sometimes there are sacrifices you have to make, and I’m taking you through the im...

This week we’re kicking off with the unveiling of “A Cold Day in Hell” - the official drink of the Comments Section. Listen in for our Michelin star recipe* and hacks and tips for daily living, from un-aesthetic morning routines to work lunch strategies. We’re also calling to bring back the packed school lunch for grownups, and debunking the myth that sandwiches are boring. What’s important is packing food that brings you joy and satisfaction, rather than succumbing to diet culture's restrictions, or disorganised panic spending. There are so many strategies that can make being an adult so m...

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 upgrades that improve your life long-term (that includes improving your happiness!).

Have a listen, and let me know on socials what small thing you fit into your budget that leaves you...

Is the capsule wardrobe the new seasonal trend? We look into whether we're not just finding style inspiration online, but our entire style identity. In this episode, we dive deep into understanding your personal style and how you can avoid outsourcing your identity. From Instagram trends to the Wardrobe Pause Challenge, we explore the pitfalls of seeking identity through clothing and the importance of embracing authenticity.

Join us as we navigate the complexities of shopping dynamics, body image, and wardrobe psychology. We unravel the influence of social media on our fashion decisions and the need to shift...

Putting money into savings and then pulling it right back out again is a common financial glitch we experience. We are not all born financially savvy or natural savers. We are not naturally inclined towards delayed gratification and saving. However, pulling money out of our savings for whatever reason is one of those things that hold us back, but when we work on stopping this behaviour from happening in the long run, it can propel us much faster toward our goals. Pulling money out of our savings is not caused by the same circumstance or mechanism, and it is...

Take a deep breath in… and out… ok now you’re ready for this week's comments section! We’re diving into the real deal of self-care beyond the pretty pictures on social media. We’re talking about how we really make self-care work in our daily lives - from nifty apps that keep us zen to those little life hacks. But hang on, we’re also getting real about how self-care’s become a bit of a shopping spree. Are we actually nurturing ourselves or just splashing cash to feel good? We’re peeling back the layers on what self-care means...

"Spending money is a shortcut to most of the feelings we crave in our lives."

In this episode I'm taking you through 7 pesky little happenings that make you want to spend money, and how to break the habit of giving in and emptying your bank account in the process.

From having a bad body image day to getting good news, there's always something waiting to send us into a spending frenzy. But the good news is, you can learn to master it. 

I share a smorgasbord of alternative behaviours and mindset shifts to h...