Control Freak: Managing Your Money When the Economy’s a Dumpster Fire

Inflation, rising interest rates, tariffs, and the cost of eggs that make you question your life choices—welcome to the current economy. If it feels like everything’s out of your control, you’re not wrong... but your bank account doesn’t have to be collateral damage.In this episode, we’re talking about how to focus on what you can control—like your budget, spending habits, savings strategies, and caffeine intake—while the rest of the world burns (figuratively... hopefully).We cover:Why fixating on headlines won’t fix your checking accountSimple shifts that bring stability when the economy won'tWhat first responders can do today to stay financially resilientSmart moves to recession-proof your lifestyle—without selling a kidneyHow to adjust your financial game plan without a full-blown panicYou may not be able to stop inflation, but you can stop doomscrolling long enough to build a plan that actually works.Because being a control freak isn’t a bad thing—when it comes to your money, it’s kind of heroic.Follow us on IG:Budgets for Badges: https://www.instagram.com/budgetsforbadgesRebecca Jameson: https://www.instagram.com/bluelinemoneycoachChris Harksen-Lucero: https://www.instagram.com/beyondthenumbersbn