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EPISODE · Aug 10, 2026 · 35 MIN

How to Stop Worrying About Money: The One Question That Changes Everything with Jesse Mecham, founder of YNAB

from It's Not About The Money · host Catherine Morgan

In this episode, Catherine is joined by Jesse Mecham who shares insights from his journey with money, the importance of understanding what money is for, and how to develop a healthy relationship with it through a simple yet powerful question: 'What is it for?' Discover practical frameworks and personal stories that can transform your approach to money.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction: Why Money Is More Than Numbers 01:07 Jesse's Journey: From Basement Spreadsheet to YNAB 02:20 Early Money Memories and Realizations 04:45 Money as a Skill: Learning to Swim 06:35 Aligning Money Decisions with Values 08:23 Money as a Reflection of Self 13:03 The Power of the Question: What's It For? 17:00 The Framework of Five Money Pots 23:22 Decentralization and Trust in Money 33:59 Legacy and Personal Purpose in Money Resources: Join the Money Circle - Our free monthly calls About Jesse Mecham: Jesse Mecham is the founder of the beloved money app YNAB, bestselling author, and host of the top-rated podcast The Jesse Mecham Show. As seen in WIRED, Fortune, and The New York Times, Jesse is a leading voice in the personal finance space. He has helped millions of people get good at money and never worry about money again. He lives in Utah with his wife and family. Pre-Order your copy of Never Worry About Money Again Try YNAB free for one month

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