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3. Causes of Money Stress

Money Stress is Only Natural

We are humans, after all! When your brain recognizes a topic as uncomfortable or painful, it’s natural reaction is to avoid the topic altogether. Understanding that this reaction is normal is a great first step to accepting your situation. This reaction is nothing to be ashamed of, as it’s all too common. But now that you’re taking the steps to understand your finances, your brain will have less of a reason to keep having that reaction.

Questions to Consider…

  • Have you been guilty of avoiding your finances? If so, can you pinpoint the reasons why?

  • What long term successes do you feel you’ve given up for immediate gratification?

  • Reflecting on your past two journals, how have your feelings and patterns around money been affected by avoiding your finances?