Squid Game & Our Anxious Relationship with Money

What does Squid Game reveal about our relationship with money?For many of us, money is about far more than numbers in a bank account. It shapes how safe we feel, the choices we make, the work we stay in, and the fears we carry quietly every day.In this episode of A Working Relationship, we explore the psychology behind our anxious relationship with money through the powerful story of Squid Game. Rather than asking why the characters make impossible decisions, we ask a different question:What happens when survival becomes more important than living?Together, we'll unpack why financial anxiety can leave us feeling trapped, why "just make better choices" isn't enough, and how shame, scarcity, and fear can shape our relationship with work and with ourselves.In this episode:🎭 What Squid Game reveals about the psychology of scarcity💰 Why money anxiety is often about safety, not greed🧠 How fear quietly influences our work, decisions, and relationships❤️ Why healing your relationship with money begins with compassion, not shameWhether you've watched Squid Game or simply know what it's like to worry about money, this conversation is an invitation to look beneath the surface, and to remember that your worth has never been measured by your bank account.💛 We'd love to hear from you: What has shaped your relationship with money? Was there a moment that changed the way you think about work, success, or financial security?If this episode resonated with you, please consider following the podcast and leaving a review. It helps us continue creating thoughtful conversations about work, healing, and the stories that shape our lives.📩 Join our community and receive our free ebook:48 K-Drama Lessons That Can Change Your Lifehttps://e-book.aworkingrelationship.com/#squidgame #leejungjae #공유 #gongyoo #frontman #money #anxiety  #financialfreedom