From Money Stress to Self-Love: My Financial Awakening
Have you ever felt like managing your money was just another chore?
I used to.
But a shift in perspective changed everything for me.
I used to approach managing money with reluctance and dread. If there was anything that made me feel that turning in my stomach, that unpleasant knot and perceived fatigue that shows up as resistance and procrastination, it was budgeting and accounting. I thought it was boring and restrictive. Now I see money management as an act of self-love and empowerment.
Let me share a story.
For years, I avoided budgeting and tracking my expenses like the plague. I thought it would limit my freedom. I just let my money flow out as it came in with no real sense of purpose for where it was going. Just living for the moment and using money for whatever suited my fancy.
Taking the time to truly connect with my money, identify patterns, and create a long-term plan was just not in my make-up. However, I wanted BIG things! I dreamed of doing great things and knew I was made for an exceptional life. But I didn’t create that bridge actually to get there.
Then something changed…
I was tired of being financially unsure and overwhelmed. I was tired of not really gaining any traction, just repeating the same struggle and story that I lived over and over again. I was tired of the ambiguity I felt around my money and wanted more certainty and clarity. So, one day I decided to do something about it. I made a definitive decision to change the story. That moment became my turning point to set me on a new trajectory.
I started to manage my money in an inspired way. I began to connect with my money from a place of love. From the place where my dreams lived and with the same passion and purpose I had for my vision of the future.
As I began tracking my expenses and setting financial goals, I didn’t feel limited - I felt liberated.
The constant background anxiety about money started to fade. I slept better at night and had more confidence in my decisions, knowing exactly where my finances stood.
The real revelation?
Setting aside money for future goals felt like I was caring for my future self.
It wasn’t a chore; it was an act of love.
Every time I review my spending, contribute to an investment account, or make a smart financial decision, I feel a sense of pride and self-respect. It’s not just about the numbers - it’s about treating myself with love and respect.
This shift changed everything for me:
1. I now see budgeting as self-care, not deprivation.
2. My financial health improved, and so did my overall confidence.
3. I approach my finances with positivity, not dread.
4. I’ve grown so much personally through developing these skills.
5. I’m motivated to keep working towards my financial goals as they are the blueprint for my dreams.
Remember: Every time you manage your money wisely, you’re showing love to yourself!
So, I challenge you:
What’s one small step you can take today to treat managing your money as an act of self-love?
