174 | Why Your Finances Feel Messy: The Truth About Fake Math (EP 1)

A six-figure salary should feel like freedom… so why does it still feel like you’re barely keeping up?Welcome to Why Your Money Feels Messy, a special podcast series where I get real about what’s actually going on with your finances — and how to finally fix it.In this first episode, I break down something I call “fake math” — the sneaky budgeting habits and financial assumptions that keep high earners stuck in stress, shame, and money confusion. I’ll show you how fake math shows up in your numbers, your mindset, and even your language — and why it has you trapped in the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle. I also share four simple steps you can take today to disrupt fake math and start getting honest (and strategic) with your finances.If you are tired of feeling like your money is messy, this episode is your wake-up call — and your starting point. Hit play, and let’s clean up your finances together.Listen to learn how fake math is keeping you stuck in financial uncertainty…[02:57] How fake math shows up in your life[08:23] Why fake math is dangerous[09:30] 4 types of money shame[11:30] 4 steps to disrupt fake mathTune into this episode of Money Files to discover how fake math shows up in your life and four steps you can take to disrupt it.Get full show notes and the episode transcript: https://wealthovernow.com/why-your-finances-feel-messy-the-truth-about-fake-math-ep-1/Links mentioned in this episode…Set up a call | Financial Coach Washington, DC | Wealth Over NowDownload my FREE spending plan