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?
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?
Do you carry a quiet belief that you are simply “bad with money”? It might show up as self-doubt when making decisions, avoidance when things feel unclear, or a sense of shame when comparing yourself to others who seem to have it figured out. Over time, that belief can start to feel like a personal truth. But it isn’t…
