Money, Shame & Self-Worth: A Healing Conversation with Rachel Duncan

Send us a MessageWhy does talking about money feel so hard? In this episode, Kim and Louise are joined by financial and art therapist Rachel Duncan of The Money Healing Club to unpack the tangled emotions so many of us carry around money.Together, we explore:How shame shows up in our financial storiesThe cultural and systemic roots of money avoidanceWhy budgeting isn’t always the first stepHow art therapy can unlock healing and rewire old beliefsThe intersection of nervous system regulation and financial well-beingRachel shares a gentle and radically compassionate approach to money that centers self-trust, creativity, and community. Whether you’ve struggled with scarcity, felt like you’re “bad with money,” or simply want a new way to relate to your finances, this conversation offers both insight and relief.“The more money you have, the more you think about money. Safety doesn’t come from having more; it comes from knowing how to be with it.”  - Rachel DuncanKey Moments:00:00 – Welcome and Introductions03:55 – Let’s Talk About Money Shame06:18 – Why We Don’t Talk About Money09:10 – The History of Women, Money, and Pockets13:06 – Generational Scarcity and Self-Fulfilling Scripts20:08 – Money, Community, and Financial Activism24:28 – Blending Financial Therapy with Art Therapy29:04 – Somatic and Visual Processing for Money Trauma31:32 – Why Budgeting Isn’t the First Step36:13 – The Psychology of Poverty and Present-Moment Survival39:23 – Economic Ecosystems and Recession Mindset43:56 – Guided Visualization: Money as a Creature49:07 – Closing Reflections and Gentle Invitations51:06 – Final Thoughts and Thank YouConnect with Rachel:moneyhealingclub.comThe Money Healing Club PodcastRachel’s free mindful spending email courseJoin a circle of changemakers committed to leading with purpose, presence and ease inside Kim's Rising Visionaries mentorship program.Reclaim your career and confidence during midlife through Louise's Rise & Redefine program.If you’re loving this show, come check out the Feminist Podcasters Collective, where creators like us are uplifting diverse voices and driving meaningful change. If you’re looking for new shows to fill your feed, head to https://feministpodcasterscollective.com