The Emotional Cost of OverspendingThe Emotional Cost of Overspending
Addiction Unlimited
If you’ve ever found yourself asking, ‘Why do I keep spending when I know it’s not helping?’—you’re not alone. Many of us fall into the trap of trying to fill emotional gaps, manage stress, or escape uncomfortable feelings by shopping and buying mor...
1:01:28•16 Oct 2024
Breaking Free from Emotional Spending with Angela Pugh and Paige Pritchard
Episode Overview
- Understand the emotional drivers behind overspending.
- Identify financial and non-financial red flags.
- Learn practical steps to regain control over your finances.
- Explore how social media and technology impact shopping habits.
- Shift your mindset for lasting financial transformation.
“More money is only going to give you more money to spend.”
Ever wondered why you keep hitting 'add to cart' even when you know it's not doing you any good? In this episode of Addiction Unlimited, host Angela Pugh and guest Paige Pritchard tackle the emotional roots of overspending. Angela, a professional coach and recovering alcoholic, brings her no-nonsense approach to uncover why many of us shop to fill emotional voids, manage stress, or escape uncomfortable feelings.
Paige Pritchard, the founder of the Overcoming Overspending movement and host of The Money Love Podcast, joins Angela to share her expertise on breaking free from these spending cycles for good. Paige’s journey from compulsive shopper to financial coach provides a relatable and inspiring backdrop for their discussion. They explore how social media, technology, and even the pandemic have changed our shopping habits, often for the worse.
Paige highlights that overspending isn't just about racking up credit card debt; it can also be about failing to make progress towards financial goals or experiencing strain in relationships. She offers practical, life-changing strategies to regain control over your finances and build a healthier relationship with money. If you're ready to stop the cycle of emotional spending and start living with intention and financial freedom, this episode is a must-listen.
Angela and Paige's candid conversation will leave you feeling informed, inspired, and ready to take action.
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