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The Budget Affair
by Kaitlin Alexander
Welcome to The Budget Affair, a mental health and financial wellness podcast. This is a safe space for you to grasp bits and pieces of inspiration on your journey to financial freedom and a healthy mind. I encourage you to take what resonates and leave the rest. As always, thank you for listening!
Episodes
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54. What Got You Here Won't Get You There; Lessons Learned & Light Bulb Moments
It's #Reflection Friday a new series on the podcast where I reflect on the lessons learned and light bulb moments I had throughout the week. In this episode we talk about my new job, being confident, and bringing your whole self to the table. Being confident is not something that came natural to...
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53. Bonus Episode: How My Sister Became My Bestfriend
Hey Ladies, In this episode I talk about how letting go of a "parentified" mindset allowed me to have a "bestfriend" type of bond with my sister. If you like what you hear, follow us on IG at @TheBudgetAffair and leave a review on Apple Podcast. Thank you so much for listening!
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52. Me vs Shady Credit Card Company
Do you have space for me? I just need to vent for a second, because "one thing about me, if it's on my chest...Ima get it off of me." Since October 20th I have been dealing with a credit card company who took $1800 out of my account. This company stated they would refund the transaction within 7...
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51. Today Was a Good Day #GirlTalk
This episode honors the great day I had on 10/29/2021. May this inspire and uplift you on whatever journey you're on. Today I had my first "intake session" as a member of #NACA, the Neighborhood Assistance Corporation of America. "A non-profit organization that is committed to assisting...
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50. Things That Make Me Feel Financially Secure
In this episode I share some of the things I have in place that allow me to feel financially safe. I hope this inspires you to build a safety net. Thanx for listening!
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49. Surviving Car Repairs & Experiencing Financial Safety
In this episode we reflect on the experience of getting car repairs in a financially safe environment. I hope this episode encourages you to create financial safety in your life and on your own terms. As always, thank you for listening!
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48. Budgeting: Create a Personal Finance Mission Statement
Hey girl hey! In this episode I share my personal financial mission statement. A mission statement gives you clarity and allows you to define your financial experience. I hope this episode brings you one step closer to financial peace, abundance, and prosperity.
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47. That Last Episode Was Incomplete; Self-care!!!
Thanx for listening!
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46. Compassion For You When Self-Care is Hard
Thanx for listening ❤️
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45. Life Update - It’s Giving Emotional Rollercoaster
Thanx for listening 🤎
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44. Some Things Is Just Bad Practice
Thank you for listening 🧡
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43. Words of a Girl Who Keeps Going
Thank you for listening 🤎
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42. Having Compassion For Yourself
Hey Budget Bestie, you know that I believe that money management and mental health go hand in hand, and in this episode, I talk about giving compassion to ourselves. It is a powerful and valuable thing to be able to advocate for yourself and make adjustments as necessary, it's one of the ways…
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Control The Controllable
Hey Budget Bestie, in this episode I encourage you to do what you can with what you have because even the small, mundane, scary, risky steps matter!
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41. Setting Boundaries in a Boundless World
Hey Budgeting Bestie! This episode was originally recorded on the HerGems Podcast. I recently listened to it and thought this would be a great re-upload for mental health awareness month and will also give me more time to create and produce quality content for you all! Thank you so much for...
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40. Brace Yourself - Forgive Yourself For Getting On That Ride
Hey Girl, Hey, This is a weekly reminder that if you're in a season of struggle, just like rollercoasters come to an end, so will that season! Sometimes we find ourselves strapped on a ride and by the time we realize it's not for us, it's too late! Forgive yourself for what you didn't know. Let's...
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39. The Power of Visualization
Hey, Girl, Hey, thank you so much for tuning in to my podcast. In this episode I tell you how I visualized my way to purchasing my very first functioning car (insider) LOL. I hope you enjoyed this episode, let's be budget besties!!! IG - @TheBudgetAffair YT - The Budget Affair Email -...
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38. Your Current Income is Worthy of Time and Attention
Hey, Girl, Hey!!!! In this episode we talk about how most people don't think their current income is worthy of their time and attention. "Those people" used to me. How did I overcome that perspective? I got tired of making silly mistakes and feeling/being broke all the time. Plus, I got a little...
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The Budget Affair Podcast Introduction
Hey Girl Hey!!! This is just an intro to the AMAZING podcast for The Budget Affair. I hope you enjoy and stay tuned for more 🤎
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37. New Podcast Name; Let's Talk Success
Hey ya'll!!! In this episode I am introducing The Budget Affair Podcast. Yes, you heard it correctly! This is now The Budget Affair Podcast where we will have weekly chats about money, mind, and emotions. My budgeting philosophy is that it's not all about the numbers, it's about the mental and...
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36. 5 Great Things About My Childhood
Hey Ladies, welcome back!!! Get to know your favorite host in this episode as I explore some of the great parts of my childhood. Thank you so much for listening, it makes my heart flutter 🦋
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35. How You Feel is Valid AF'
Hey Ladies, welcome back!! In this episode we talk about validating our own emotions and I give an example of what that looks like in my life. I hope you enjoy this episode and feel inspired to connect with and validate your own emotions. Thank you so much for listening, you make my heart…
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34. No Either Or
In this episode we talk about self-care and caring for others, and how the two go hand in hand! Thank you for listening!
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33. Money, Shame, Guilt, Regret - The Ultimate Break up
Hey Ladies, in this episode I talk about how I overcome guilt, shame, and regret with money. *SPOILER- the cure is facing it head on! I hope you enjoy ❤️
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32. School, Politics, and life With My Baby Sister
Hey Ladies, in this episode I talk with my baby sister. We talk politics, school, life, and much more 🥰
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31. Being Able to Say, I love You....
Hey Ladies, in this episode I talk about my fear of being vulnerable in relationships, and why arguing in romantic relationships turn me on 😩🤷🏽♀️
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30. Peace from Within
Hey Ladies, I missed y’all. Just me rambling about my thoughts on “peace”. Thank y’all so much for listening, it means the world to me ❤️
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29. Brain Dump: The Hardest Part of Life is Choosing Happiness
Hey Ladies, in this episode I ramble to you about choosing happiness and taking ownership of the meaning we assign to things! Thank you so much for listening ❤️
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28. How To Avoid Abusive Relationships?
Hey Ladies, I have a theory! The other day I asked myself, how can we prevent going into abusive/toxic relationships? My theory is that the early warning signs of an abusive relationship are seen within ourselves. What was your example of relationships when you were a child? What are your…
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27. How to Handle Criticism At Work - Yearly Reviews
Hey Ladies, it’s that time of year when yearly reviews are rolling out and we are preparing to get that good ole “constructive criticism” from our boss!! Let me tell you how I am handling those pesky thoughts that make me feel anxious and worthless around this time of year! As always, thank y’all...
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26. How To Handle Rejection While Dating - I Was Recently Rejected, Here’s How I Handled It
Hey Ladies, I recently started back dating (online to be exact) and your beautiful host was rejected 🙅🏽♂️ Listen to how I am handling this situation and why you should allow yourself to feel your emotions and laugh about it later! Thank you so much for listening, it means the world to me ❤️
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25. You’re The Sum of a Whole, Not Just One Piece
Hey Ladies, this is your weekly reminder that you are worthy even in your imperfections!! I love y’all so much for listening 💕
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24. Follow the Footprints of Your Heart
Hey Ladies, it’s a quickie but a goodie!! In this episode we talk about how we can look within ourselves to find out who want to be and go be the person we PREFER to be. Thank you so much for listening and follow us on IG @HerGems_
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23. Your Problems Aren’t Going Anywhere, Go Be Happy
Hey Ladies, back with a new episode, this time short sweet! Thank you so much for listening, it means the world to me 💕
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22. Essence of Self-Acceptance
Hey ladies, in this episode we talk about self-acceptance and it’s important role in building a relationship with yourself!
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21. Birthday Behavior
Hey ladies, I’m back with another episode. Hope you enjoy ❤️
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20. Sarah Baartman; The History of Body Criticism; Toxic Masculinity
#HeyLadies in this episode we talk about body liberation, self-love, and toxic masculinity with Ariana, the host of Jewel’s Space Podcast.
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19. Discrimination Disguised as Entertainment + Quarantine + Money Thought Work
Hey ladies, welcome back. In this episode we discuss negative money patterns, quarantine hardships and easy-ships, and the media discrimination against fat people calling it entertainment. IT GETS JUICY GIRL! Grab your headphones and some tea and let’s chat!
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18. Mommy wins + Self-belief + Therapy
#HeyLadies welcome back! In this episode we talk about celebrating mom wins, self-belief and the inner dialogue, and why therapy is important. Grab your snack, headphones, and let’s have #GirlTalk
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17. I don’t need Corona to be great, self-awareness, and budgeting
15. #HeyLadies Kaitlin is back with another #Girltalk. Grab your headphones, relax, and let’s chat. Follow us on IG @HerGems_Podcast
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16. Dark skin femininity, plus size femininity, anti-diet culture, HAES, self-worth
#HeyLadies Kaitlin has decided it’s time to have real #girltalk. In this episode she is candid and open about topics that are on her mind and in her heart. Talk back on IG, @hergems_podcast, youtubers mentioned: @Chrissie, @TeannaEmpowers
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15. All Bets On Me
#GirlTalk Dating and knowing her self-worth, Kaitlin has learned how to say no and date with purpose!
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14. Talk About Him Sus, PERIOD!
In this episode Kaitlin talks about being an imperfect person who wants to talk about God. “God doesn’t ask us to be perfect he asks us to try” ~Onieism
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11. Career Life Prayer Life
Welcome Back! In this episode we talk about Kaitlin’s career journey and how it relates to her prayer life.
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10. Jobless, Emotional, and full of faith
In this episode we reflect on the 6 weeks Kaitlin was jobless, emotional, and full of faith.
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09. Practice Grounds
Hey, in this episode Kaitlin talks about perfection, therapy, and healing. Hope you enjoy!
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08. Whats the Alternative
In this episode we talk about commitment, faith, and fear. We have a choice to make. Will we believe our fears or will we believe our faith. Thank you for listening. Morning Motivation Video: https://youtu.be/M8yhPmkxYNk
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06. Ugly Baby Syndrome
In this episode we talk about believing that God has called us to do something and trusting that he has qualified us. I am so very grateful that God used me for this episode. Enjoy!
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to The Budget Affair, a mental health and financial wellness podcast. This is a safe space for you to grasp bits and pieces of inspiration on your journey to financial freedom and a healthy mind. I encourage you to take what resonates and leave the rest. As always, thank you for listening!
HOSTED BY
Kaitlin Alexander
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How many episodes does The Budget Affair have?
The Budget Affair currently has 55 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
What is The Budget Affair about?
Welcome to The Budget Affair, a mental health and financial wellness podcast. This is a safe space for you to grasp bits and pieces of inspiration on your journey to financial freedom and a healthy mind. I encourage you to take what resonates and leave the rest. As always, thank you for listening!
How often does The Budget Affair release new episodes?
The Budget Affair has 55 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.
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Who hosts The Budget Affair?
The Budget Affair is created and hosted by Kaitlin Alexander.
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