164 | Stop Letting the 'New Joneses' Control Your Budget

In this episode, I dive into how social media is reshaping our spending habits without us even realizing it. We’ve all heard of “Keeping Up With the Joneses,” but now, those Joneses might be right in your social media feed—whether it's the latest wellness craze, food trends, or parenting expectations. I share stories and tips to help you identify and disrupt these sneaky influences before they derail your financial goals. If you’re ready to take control of your spending and reset your financial habits, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in to find out how to spot and stop the new Joneses from taking over your budget!.Discover how social media has replaced “Keeping up with the Joneses”: [02:33] Social media is shaping our spending [06:00] Wellness & self-care [08:38] Food and lifestyle [11:34] Parenting [17:13] Steps to reset your financial taste budsTune into this episode of Money Files to learn how external influences could be impacting your spending and preventing you from hitting your financial goals. Get full show notes and the episode transcript: https://wealthovernow.com/stop-letting-the-new-joneses-control-your-budget/Links mentioned in this episode…Set up a call | Financial Coach Washington, DC | Wealth Over NowDownload my FREE spending plan