EPISODE · Apr 7, 2026 · 17 MIN
You Make Good Money, So Why Do You Feel So Out of Control?
from Wealthy After 40: Retirement Ready, Financial Freedom, Budgeting, Saving, Debt · host Dalene Higgins - Money Coach & Retirement Strategist
[Ep 183]If you’ve ever wondered why money feels so out of control, even when you make good money, this episode is for you.Today I’m talking about why your money can look fine on paper but still feel out of control and why it’s not actually about needing more discipline or a stricter budget.By the end of this episode, you’ll understand what’s really causing that disconnect so you can start feeling more confident and at ease with your spending.In this episode, you’ll learn:✅ Why your money can look good on paper but still feel out of control✅ The biggest mistake people make when they assume they need a better budget to fix it✅ How to identify what’s actually missing in your current approach to money✅ A simple way to start creating more structure and clarity so you feel in controlEpisode Highlights00:00 Feeling Out of Control02:43 Blaming Discipline04:26 Stable Yet Unsettled06:12 Guilt After Spending09:02 Not Really Overspending13:57 Organize Money, Not Cut14:52 Next StepsLink to full blog postWhat topic or question would you love answered on the podcast?Not sure what you need to do to make retirement happen? Let’s identify your priorities and next steps in a Retirement Strategy Session. Book your session today.Looking to learn more about being retirement ready?Join the Facebook community Retirement Ready Hub to continue the conversation and learn how to accelerate your retirement progress.Wondering where your money actually goes each month? Get real answers on a money clarity call. Book yours today.Connect with meFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/dalene.higgins/
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[Ep 183] If you’ve ever wondered why money feels so out of control, even when you make good money, this episode is for you. Today I’m talking about why your money can look fine on paper but still feel out of control and why it’s not actually about needing more discipline or a stricter budget. By the end of this episode, you’ll understand what’s really causing that disconnect so you can start feeling more confident and at ease with your spending. In this episode, you’ll learn: ✅ Why your mon...
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You Make Good Money, So Why Do You Feel So Out of Control?
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