Money Overwhelm Isn’t a Problem with Willpower
When money feels overwhelming, the most common conclusion we come to is this: “I need to have more willpower.”
“I just need to be more disciplined with money.” But if discipline or willpower were the issue, you wouldn’t still feel overwhelmed after all the effort you’ve already made. The truth is, those who struggle with money overwhelm aren’t lacking discipline or willpower. Then what it could be?
When You Avoid Thinking About Money
Does thinking about money feel stressful or just too much?
You might notice yourself avoiding your bank app, leaving emails unopened, or telling yourself you’ll deal with it later. Not because you don’t care, but because something in you tightens the moment money comes up.
If that sounds familiar, be assured that it’s a very human response to feeling overwhelmed… What to do when you avoid thinking about money?
