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EPISODE · Jul 29, 2025 · 37 MIN

The Messy Middle: Money, Hormones & the Real Cost of Midlife with Shannah Game (Part 1)

from Everyone's Talkin' Money · host Shari Rash | Financial Advisor for Women & Founder of GWA Wealth

What happens when you hit midlife and everything starts to shift—your hormones, your finances, your sense of self? In Part 1 of this two-part series, I sit down with former Everyone’s Talkin’ Money host Shannah Game for an unfiltered conversation about the emotional and financial realities of your 40s. From the unexpected cost of just trying to feel normal, to why massages and therapy are not "frivolous" expenses, we’re breaking down the invisible taboos around women, money, and aging. You’ll walk away learning: How perimenopause and midlife identity shifts affect your moneyWhy it’s okay to spend on your emotional well-being—and how to do it intentionallyWhat the financial industry gets wrong about this chapter of lifeHow to create a “midlife money buffer” and budget for your future self Check out Shannah's new website heyshannah.com and follow her in Instagram for cupcakes, street convos and guidance on how to sort our the Messy Middle. As always, to keep up with everything Everyone's Talkin' Money follow us on Instagram. Thank you to our sponsor!  Policygenius - Head to policygenius.com to compare free life insurance quotes from top companies and see how much you could save. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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