94 - Financial Anxiety Is Real: Here’s What Helps

Have you ever woken up at 3 a.m. worrying about money - your chest tight, your mind racing, even if you’ve done everything 'right'? In this episode, Elizabeth Mintun explores why financial stress activates your fight-or-flight system, how to shift to an abundance mindset, 5 grounded strategies to work with money as energy (not just numbers), and how to gently soothe shame, comparison, or catastrophizing with practical self-compassion. Plus, she guides you through a short grounding practice to close the episode so you can reset your nervous system and reconnect to a sense of possibility, even in uncertain times.Key TakeawaysThinking of money as energy can shift the way we relate to it. Financial concerns often layer on top of other responsibilities (like caregiving, health, or career stress) amplifying the overall emotional load.An abundance mindset focuses on flow, gratitude, generosity, and alignment with your values. This does not mean ignoring limitations, but rather choosing a perspective of hope and agency.ResourcesUnlock Your Resilience Style FREE Quiz: https://www.thecalmingground.com/resilience-quizContact Elizabeth: [email protected] us on IG & FB @thecalminggroundVisit The Calming Ground: http://www.thecalmingground.comIf you found this episode supportive, please consider subscribing, leaving a review, or sharing it with a friend. Every bit of kindness helps this podcast reach more people who could use a moment of calm.