8. The Psychology of Your Salary

In this episode, we (and I really just mean me) cover:* What elements make up your self-worth, and what specifically does not (hint: your ✨accomplishments✨)* Psychological research about why we have such a strong connection between money and self-worth* Some small things we can do to detach our self-worth from our salary and live happier, less comparative livesQuote of the day:“Not only is our income framing the way we think about our status, but the stuff we buy is linked to our sense of identity. Centuries later, this behavior persists, which is why trading up to nicer clothes, nicer apartments, and nicer vacations seems so seductive.”Amanda’s post-recording reflections:This is probably the most vulnerable episode I’ve recorded so far. If you’ve also been harping on your salary too much, I hope this chat allows you to move this spiraling conversation out of your head, validate it and help give you some tools to name it, and tame it, like they say. I’m dying to chat more with people about this topic, so please send me a note on IG: @professionalifecrisisShare with your overachieving friends- I know I’m not alone in this one!References:Higher income predicts feelings such as pride and confidenceYour Salary Does Not Define You: How to Separate Your Net Worth From Your Self-Worth Human Brain Appears "Hard-Wired" for HierarchyAmanda’s Clayman’s financial coaching website This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amandabranson.substack.com