Real Stories Ep 54: Real $tories Live! Exploring the Link between Mental and Financial Health

GreenPath Real Stories

A recent survey finding from the American Psychological Association (APA) unlikely to surprise you: 64% of Americans report money as a significant source of stress in their lives. Today’s episode explores this connection between mental health and finance with a live panel discussion on tips, challenges, and resources when it comes to nurturing our well-being.

Our panel features former Real $tories guests: GreenPath clients and their own journeys of improving their mental and financial health.

• Jasmine PaulJasmine Paul: her award-winning children’s book, financial education instruction, and talks focus on making wealth fun.
• LeAnnLeAnn: when her financial stress impacted her mental and physical health, she connected with a therapist and eventually found a solution that put her finances back on track.
• KittyKitty: her story is one of shame transformed to pride. She wants to change the conversation around money and empower others to pursue their own path towards self-forgiveness.

Key Moments

2:56 Cohosts Chris and Shamica share their own mental health struggles around navigating a divorce and student loans, respectively.

6:50 Was there an experience with money growing up that shaped your psyche around money?

14:14 How did you notice your mental health being affected when you were struggling with your debt?

17:26 How did you get to a place where you were ready to ask for support for your money concerns?

24:05 Have you had an anxious client who left your coaching session more at ease? How do you help foster that transformation?

28:26 What is your recollection of your first counseling experience?

34:57 What is your favorite free self-care activity?

ABOUT THE HOST

Chris Dlugozima

Chris is a Learning Experience Designer at GreenPath Financial Wellness, where he’s been since the beginning of the millennium. Using creativity and a sense of humor, he provides people with the tools and knowledge to navigate their lives when it comes to their money.

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