Listen ""Mr. Shy" Just Wants to be Seen"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode, Dr. Shay speaks with Shaun Maslyk about his money story. Sean shares how his inner "Mr. Shy" influenced his relationship with money. Dr. Shay then speaks with Tara Unverzagt, in this conversation, Dr. Shay and Tara discuss the concept of Internal Family Systems (IFS) and how it relates to financial behaviors. They explore the idea that our financial decisions are influenced by different parts of ourselves, such as the manager, firefighter, and evaluator. These parts have different agendas and can sometimes lead to conflicting behaviors. They also discuss the importance of having conversations about money and being vulnerable with our loved ones.
Takeaways:
Our money stories are influenced by different parts of ourselves that may have conflicting desires and needs.
Money can be a conduit for feeling seen, valued, and heard, but it's important to recognize that true connection comes from within.
Aligning our values with our spending can lead to greater satisfaction and enjoyment of the journey.
Addressing anxiety around money conversations can be done through the lens of internal family systems.
Understanding our inner money world is essential for a healthy relationship with money. Our financial decisions are influenced by different parts of ourselves, each with their own agenda and role.
Having conversations about money and being vulnerable with our loved ones can strengthen our relationships and improve our financial well-being.
Understanding and healing our underlying beliefs and emotions is crucial for making clear financial decisions.
Financial well-being comes from having flexibility in our beliefs and behaviors, and adapting them to the context of our lives.
You can connect with Tara here:
https://www.southbayfinancialpartners.com/
IG: @southbayfinancialpartners
X: @SouthBayFinPart
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@southbayfinancialpartners4608/featured
Takeaways:
Our money stories are influenced by different parts of ourselves that may have conflicting desires and needs.
Money can be a conduit for feeling seen, valued, and heard, but it's important to recognize that true connection comes from within.
Aligning our values with our spending can lead to greater satisfaction and enjoyment of the journey.
Addressing anxiety around money conversations can be done through the lens of internal family systems.
Understanding our inner money world is essential for a healthy relationship with money. Our financial decisions are influenced by different parts of ourselves, each with their own agenda and role.
Having conversations about money and being vulnerable with our loved ones can strengthen our relationships and improve our financial well-being.
Understanding and healing our underlying beliefs and emotions is crucial for making clear financial decisions.
Financial well-being comes from having flexibility in our beliefs and behaviors, and adapting them to the context of our lives.
You can connect with Tara here:
https://www.southbayfinancialpartners.com/
IG: @southbayfinancialpartners
X: @SouthBayFinPart
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@southbayfinancialpartners4608/featured
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