Money Habits That Keep You in Debt

Financial freedom has less to do with how much you earn and more to do with what you do before the money arrives. Financial wellness coach Connor Tyson breaks down the mindset shifts and money habits that helped him erase $60,000 of debt in 15 months and build a healthier relationship with money.Host Favour opens the conversation by tackling the question so many people avoid: why do smart, hardworking people still end up living paycheck to paycheck? Connor explains why knowledge alone is not enough, and why the real problem is usually habits, emotional spending, and treating money like it will always be there tomorrow.You’ll discover:- Why debt often feels like a convenience button, but quietly borrows from your future- How to build a simple “money plan” before the month starts- The difference between fixed bills, savings categories, and true spending power- Why saying yes to a handbag, concert, or vacation means saying no to something else later- How financial stress spills into sleep, relationships, confidence, and physical healthConnor also shares the mindset shift that changed everything for him: if you want freedom, you have to tell your money what to do first. He explains how clarity turns chaos into control, and why even small wins can snowball into confidence, debt freedom, and better relationships.This episode is especially valuable if you’re tired of feeling behind, guilty about spending, or stuck in a cycle of earning, spending, and stressing. If you want practical, real-world strategies for getting intentional with your money and creating peace that lasts, this conversation is for you.Connect with Connor Tyson via his website https://progressfc.com/ or book a money session with him via https://calendly.com/progress-financial-coaching/assessment He is also on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/connor-tyson-chfc%C2%AE-07391a45/ as well as instagram https://www.instagram.com/connorthefinancialcoach/