213: Money and Identity: The Reality, for Better or Worse

Why does having money make us feel good, and not having it make us feel so damn bad?Money isn't simply numbers in an account. It represents security, autonomy, options, progress, and, whether we like admitting it or not, status.That's where things can get dangerous."I don't have enough money" can become "I'm bad with money." And eventually, "People like me don't become wealthy."This episode explores the complicated relationship between money, identity, status, anxiety, and self-worth, and why becoming a Wealth Builder needs to start long before you actually become wealthy.You don't need the outcome to adopt the identity.You need a direction.Don't wait until you're wealthy to become a Wealth Builder. Become a Wealth Builder so you can become wealthy.You have to be doing while you're becoming.Want to talk with a professional about where you are and where you want to go with your finances? This is the place, or email us!https://george-grombacher.aweb.page/p/8a4b81a1-882c-4c59-a1dd-2c50a450f3ee Find George G’s books herehttps://amzn.to/3R2gIhH Did you get anything out of this episode? Do us a solid and leave a review:https://ratethispodcast.com/alignedmoneyshow Learn more and engage at MoneyAlignmentAcademy.com, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube and Facebook. Buy George G a coffee (he loves coffee)https://www.buymeacoffee.com/lifebloodHave George G speakhttps://moneyalignmentacademy.com/speaking/ Financial literacy and wellness for individuals, families, and companieshttps://moneyalignmentacademy.com/ The Aligned Money Show is the podcast for Money Alignment Academy, copyright 2026.