I Date Money

Have you ever been on a sales call, felt completely aligned with the person or program, and then the moment the price was revealed, your stomach tightened, and the words came out automatically: “I can’t afford it.” It’s one of the most common phrases people say when faced with investing in themselves. But what if that statement isn’t actually about money at all? In this episode, Lisa Drennon unpacks a powerful realization she had after four recent sales calls where every potential client said the exact same thing: they couldn’t afford the investment. But instead of taking that statement at face value, Lisa began asking a deeper question. What if “I can’t afford it” is actually a protective response from the nervous system rather than a true reflection of someone’s financial situation? When we’re faced with a big decision, especially one involving money, our brain and body can react with fear, stress, and uncertainty. That response can make us shut down opportunities that might actually help us grow. In this episode, Lisa breaks down the three hidden lies behind the phrase “I can’t afford it” and explains why people often find ways to pay for things when the need feels urgent, aligned, or certain. You’ll learn why the real objection is rarely money — it’s usually a lack of certainty, discomfort around making the decision, or a nervous system that feels overwhelmed by the possibility of change. Lisa also shares the powerful lesson she learned from these sales conversations: when people don’t fully acknowledge the pain of their current situation, they often can’t see the true value of the solution in front of them. If you’re a divorced or single mompreneur who feels like money keeps slipping through your fingers no matter how hard you work, Lisa also shares how her 90-day Wealth Accelerator program helps women install a simple financial system that reduces stress, builds savings, and creates real financial confidence. Explore whether this program is a good fit for you: Wealth Accelerator Because true financial freedom isn’t about how much money you make, It’s about understanding how to make your money work for you. Thank you for tuning into this week’s episode of I Date Money! 🗝🌬💖💸 Ready to stop feeling broke, guilty, and overwhelmed about money, even after divorce?  Inside The Smell of Money, you’ll get the tools to rebuild financial stability, master your money mindset, and create a financial plan that finally feels simple.  Whether you’re looking for smart investment strategies, clarity with your budget, or even how to start investing with just $100, this is where you’ll find the confidence and stability you’ve been craving. Open your Business Checking with NOVO today. Remember, it doesn't matter how much money you make; it's what you do with it 🗝️🌬️💖💸 Intro/Outro music "IDM" by Christa Lily

What if the reason you’re stuck financially isn’t about math but about avoidance? In this episode, Lisa shares a powerful personal story about hip pain and how it revealed a deeper truth about the way we treat money. If you’ve been avoiding your bank account, living on credit cards, or feeling anxious every time you think about your finances, this episode will help you lean in instead of pulling away. ⏱ Timestamps00:09 – The Theragun Story: Avoiding the Pain Hip pain revealed a powerful lesson about control, discomfort, and healing. 01:00 – The Money Parallel Why we avoid looking at our finances when they feel overwhelming, and how that avoidance keeps us stuck. 02:00 – The Credit Card Cycle Living on credit, not knowing your numbers, and playing the “where did my money go?” game. 02:18 – The Smell of Money & Money Awareness Challenge How weekly reset calls and daily “cash flow quickies” help you rebuild your relationship with money. 04:13 – Step 1: Daily Money Gratitude Why gratitude shifts you from fear to awareness. 05:00 – Step 2: Create a Money Map Track income, expenses, debt, assets, and net worth. Why knowing your numbers turns fear into neutral data. 06:44 – Step 3: Pay Yourself First Stop saving “what’s left.” Build your emergency fund and create intentional money buckets. 07:30 – Money Buckets & High-Yield Savings Using designated accounts to reduce emotional spending. 08:30 – Rewrite Your Money Story How your past beliefs shape your current financial reality and how to change them. 09:05 – The Psychology of Wealth Why mindset, not income, determines whether you keep money. Worthiness, healing, and breaking the debt cycle. 09:50 – Final Message: Lean In On the other side of financial discomfort is peace, clarity, overflow, and true wealth. Key TakeawaysAvoidance keeps you stuck financially. Gratitude reduces money anxiety. Clarity creates confidence. Paying yourself first builds safety and stability. Wealth is mindset + math. You are capable, and deserving of financial peace. Thank you for tuning into this week’s episode of iDateMoney®! 🗝🌬💖💸 Ready to stop feeling broke, guilty, and overwhelmed about money, even after divorce?  Inside The Smell of Money, you’ll get the tools to rebuild financial stability, master your money mindset, and create a financial plan that finally feels simple.  Whether you’re looking for smart investment strategies, clarity with your budget, or even how to start investing with just $100, this is where you’ll find the confidence and stability you’ve been craving. Click here to open your Business Checking with NOVO Remember, it doesn't matter how much money you make; it's what you do with it🗝️🌬️💖💸 ⚠️ Results Disclaimer: Results and examples shared in this video are based on specific experiences and are for educational purposes only. Achieving similar outcomes requires time, effort, and consistency. Individual results will vary depending on your niche, dedication, and external factors. This content does not constitute professional, financial, or legal advice.

How to Build a $10,000 Emergency Fund Fast, Even If You Feel BrokeYou do not feel anxious about money because of your income. You feel anxious because you do not have a buffer. In this episode, I show you how to find your first $1,000 in seven days and start your $10,000 emergency fund sprint without spreadsheets, shame, or overwhelm. What You’ll Learn:Why saving six months of expenses feels paralyzing The real reason you still feel broke, even on a solid income How to calculate your true “needs only” monthly number Why $1,000 changes your nervous system fast The 7 Day Money Awareness Challenge that routinely uncovers $500 or more How to redirect money without feeling restricted Where to open a high yield emergency fund account How to stop feeling guilty when you use your emergency savings Key Steps From This Episode:Open your Money Map and calculate needs only expenses Start with $1,000 in seven days Open a high yield savings account Complete the 7 Day Money Awareness Challenge Redirect, do not restrict Build toward $10,000 with weekly clarity Thank you for tuning into this week’s episode of I Date Money! 🗝🌬💖💸 Ready to stop feeling broke, guilty, and overwhelmed about money, even after divorce?  Inside The Smell of Money, you’ll get the tools to rebuild financial stability, master your money mindset, and create a financial plan that finally feels simple.  Whether you’re looking for smart investment strategies, clarity with your budget, or even how to start investing with just $100, this is where you’ll find the confidence and stability you’ve been craving. Join The Smell of Money today: Click Here to join. Click here to open your Business Checking with NOVO today. Remember, it doesn't matter how much money you make; it's what you do with it 🗝️🌬️💖💸 Intro/Outro music "IDM" by Christa Lily

Every time the market gets shaky, the same fear rears its head. Should I sell everything? Should I stop investing? In this episode, Lisa breaks down why retirement anxiety is not an investment problem. It’s a structural problem. And how to calm your nervous system so you can make confident money decisions, even when headlines feel loud. What You’ll Learn in This Episode • Why fear, not ignorance, drives most investing decisions • How constant exposure to panic-based narratives fuels money anxiety • Why structure matters more than market timing • How to give your money a job so your brain can relax • What volatility means at different life stages • Why emotional safety is critical to retirement success • How automated investing builds long-term wealth without stress • The simplest ways to start or strengthen retirement savings today Key Takeaway Markets reward discipline and time. Not emotional reactions. When your money has structure, you stop panicking and start trusting yourself. Thank you for tuning into this week’s episode of I Date Money! 🗝🌬💖💸 Ready to stop feeling broke, guilty, and overwhelmed about money, even after divorce?  Inside The Smell of Money, you’ll get the tools to rebuild financial stability, master your money mindset, and create a financial plan that finally feels simple.  Whether you’re looking for smart investment strategies, clarity with your budget, or even how to start investing with just $100, this is where you’ll find the confidence and stability you’ve been craving. Join The Smell of Money today: Click Here to join. Click here to open your Business Checking with NOVO today. Remember, it doesn't matter how much money you make; it's what you do with it 🗝️🌬️💖💸 Intro/Outro music "IDM" by Christa Lily

Tax season is not a surprise. Same date, same rules, same stress. In this episode, Lisa breaks down the simple system that removes tax panic, pays you first, and lets your money earn interest while you wait. What You Will LearnWhy taxes are not a math problem. They are a relationship with money problem How one simple money map replaces spreadsheets, stress, and scrambling The five core accounts every business owner needs How to pay yourself first, set aside taxes, and still have profit Why online savings accounts change everything for tax season How to turn tax time into a self-given refund Key Topics CoveredCreating one document that organizes business and personal finances Allocating income using clear money buckets Weekly money dates that eliminate fear and confusion Paying yourself first as the CEO Letting your tax money earn interest instead of sitting idle Resources MentionedMompreneurs Money Map Join The Smell of Money community and Money Awareness Challenge. This is where you change your relationship with money and build real financial stability. Thank you for tuning into this week’s episode of I Date Money! 🗝🌬💖💸 Ready to stop feeling broke, guilty, and overwhelmed about money, even after divorce?  Inside The Smell of Money, you’ll get the tools to rebuild financial stability, master your money mindset, and create a financial plan that finally feels simple.  Whether you’re looking for smart investment strategies, clarity with your budget, or even how to start investing with just $100, this is where you’ll find the confidence and stability you’ve been craving. . Click here to open your Business Checking with NOVO today. Remember, it doesn't matter how much money you make; it's what you do with it 🗝️🌬️💖💸 Intro/Outro music "IDM" by Christa Lily

It's time to "flip the script' and develop a healthy relationship with money. In this episode, we flip the script on emotional spending, scarcity, and safety with money. And show you how the same tools that heal relationships can transform your finances. Money decisions are emotional, not logical. In this conversation, Lisa sits down with couples therapist Dr. Dan Sneider to explore how scarcity, fear, and emotional patterns shape our spending habits. You will learn practical grounding tools, communication shifts, and mindset reframes to help you feel safe, confident, and present with money. This episode is about stopping the guilt, slowing the impulse, and using money as a tool for connection instead of stress. Key Topics: Why money is always emotional, even when we think we are being logical How childhood money stories create scarcity and fear in adulthood Emotional spending, impulse buying, and the guilt hangover Grounding through the five senses to interrupt reactive money decisions How couples can talk about money without criticism or defensiveness Teaching kids healthy money habits without fear or rigidity Using presence instead of spending to create connection with your children Reframing money as a tool for safety, pleasure, and practicality Timestamps 00:01 Why interruptions happen and how to use them for your benefit 01:57 Dr. Dan’s childhood money story and scarcity conditioning 04:28 Why money decisions are emotional, not logical 06:09 More money does not solve money problems 07:03 Fear, safety, and how money shows up in relationships 08:58 I language vs you language in money conversations 10:59 Emotional spending, guilt, and impulse patterns 12:21 Grounding through the five senses before spending 13:20 Parenting, presence, and avoiding overproviding 16:41 Breaking inherited money stories for the next generation 19:45 Fantasy vs reality in spending and addiction patterns 22:15 How Dr. Dan works with couples and individuals 24:27 Final reflections on presence, money, and choice Guest Bio Dr. Dan Sneider is a couples and individual therapist based in Asheville, North Carolina. He helps individuals and couples move from conflict to lasting connection using proven communication and grounding techniques. Dr. Dan is the creator of The Intimacy Shift, a 12-week live program designed to build emotional safety, intimacy, and healthy conversations around topics like money, parenting, and connection. Connect with Dan: Website and free download: https://www.intimacyshift.com Program: The Intimacy Shift 12-Week Live Experience 🗝️🌬️💖💰 Join The Smell of Money today: Click Here to join. Click here to open your Business Checking with NOVO today. Remember, it doesn't matter how much money you make; it's what you do with it 🗝️🌬️💖💸 Intro/Outro music "IDM" by Christa Lily

If the idea of hiring a Cash Flow Strategist makes your chest tighten, that fear is not a red flag. It is data telling you exactly where your money story needs support. Episode Highlights Why fear of being seen with your money keeps women stuck in chaos How instability can feel safer than steady income The truth about money problems. They are not moral failures Why mentorship feels heavy before it feels freeing How your relationship with money affects how clients invest in you What happens when you stop winging it and start trusting yourself How to find hidden money leaks and create predictable cash flow Why confidence, not control, is the real transformation Key Moments 00:05 Fear of hiring support is data, not a red flag 01:10 The fear of stability and why chaos feels normal 02:27 Why clarity feels scary before it feels freeing 04:41 Becoming the woman who feels safe and confident with money 07:59 What working with Lisa actually looks like 11:05 Letting money work for you instead of working harder 14:48 Why it is time to put yourself front and center Thank you for tuning into this week’s episode of I Date Money! 🗝🌬💖💸 Ready to stop feeling broke, guilty, and overwhelmed about money, even after divorce?  Inside The Smell of Money, you’ll get the tools to rebuild financial stability, master your money mindset, and create a financial plan that finally feels simple.  Whether you’re looking for smart investment strategies, clarity with your budget, or even how to start investing with just $100, this is where you’ll find the confidence and stability you’ve been craving. Join The Smell of Money today: Click Here to join. Click here to open your Business Checking with NOVO today. Remember, it doesn't matter how much money you make; it's what you do with it 🗝️🌬️💖💸 Intro/Outro music "IDM" by Christa Lily About the Host Lisa Drennon is a Cashflow Strategist and the founder of iDateMoney. She helps women turn money chaos into calm by building simple systems that create stability, confidence, and trust without shame, restrictive budgets, or complicated spreadsheets.

In this episode, Lisa Drennon and Eilish O'Rourke explore the profound connection between money mindset, emotional wellness, and energy healing through Reiki. Eilish shares her personal journey from anxiety to mindfulness, emphasizing the importance of self-love and gratitude in achieving financial peace. The conversation delves into how Reiki can help individuals manage their emotions, improve relationships, and create a positive mindset that attracts abundance. Listeners are encouraged to embrace their own healing journeys and recognize the power of their thoughts in shaping their realities. Takeaways The thoughts we have control how much money we have. Reiki can help balance the body and promote peace. Mindfulness and Reiki can accelerate personal growth. Gratitude can shift your perspective and improve your mood. It's important to manage your relationship with external circumstances. Crying and processing emotions is a healthy part of healing. Reiki can be done distantly, transcending time and space. What you focus on grows, so focus on gratitude. Self-love is essential for personal and financial success. You are your best investment; prioritize your well-being. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Money Mindset and Reiki Healing 01:44 Eilish's Journey: From Anxiety to Mindfulness 05:23 Understanding Reiki: The Energy of Healing 09:47 Using Reiki for Financial and Relationship Peace 14:11 Navigating Emotions: The Role of Compassion and Mindfulness 19:23 The Power of Gratitude in Daily Life 25:54 Connecting with Eilish: How to Access Reiki Sessions Thank you for tuning into this week’s episode of iDateMoney® 🗝🌬💖💸 Ready to stop feeling broke, guilty, and overwhelmed about money even after divorce? Inside The Smell of Money, you’ll get the tools to rebuild financial stability, master your money mindset, and create a financial plan that finally feels simple. Whether you’re looking for smart investment strategies, clarity with your budget, or even how to start investing with just $100, this is where you’ll find the confidence and stability you’ve been craving. Join The Smell of Money today: Click Here to join. Click here to open your Business Checking with NOVO today. Remember, it doesn't matter how much money you make; it's what you do with it 🗝️🌬️💖💸 Intro/Outro music "IDM" by Christa Lily

If you have ever told yourself, “When I get more money, then I’ll save, invest, or feel safe,” this episode is for you. Today, Lisa dismantles one of the most expensive lies women believe about money and shows why clarity, not income, creates stability. In This Episode, You Will Learn:Why “when I get more money” is really about fear, not finances How delaying money decisions feels responsible but keeps you stuck Why money never behaves differently just because there is more of it The connection between money, trust, and your nervous system Why money management is a relationship problem, not a math problem Three steps you can take right now to build confidence and stability The Three Steps Covered:Give every dollar a job. Not a budget, a purpose. Start dating your money weekly to build trust and awareness. Move money, even if it is small. Action creates confidence. Key Takeaway:More money does not fix confusion, fear, or instability. Your thoughts, your plan, and your relationship with money determine how safe and confident you feel, no matter the number. Thank you for tuning into this week’s episode of I Date Money! 🗝🌬💖💸 Ready to stop feeling broke, guilty, and overwhelmed about money—even after divorce? Inside The Smell of Money, you’ll get the tools to rebuild financial stability, master your money mindset, and create a financial plan that finally feels simple. Whether you’re looking for smart investment strategies, clarity with your budget, or even how to start investing with just $100, this is where you’ll find the confidence and stability you’ve been craving. Join The Smell of Money today: Click Here to join. Click here to open your Business Checking with NOVO today. Remember, it doesn't matter how much money you make; it's what you do with it 🗝️🌬️💖💸 Intro/Outro music "IDM" by Christa Lily

Restrictive budgeting didn’t give me discipline. It gave me guilt, fear, and $100,000 of hidden debt. In this episode, I share the truth about why control-based budgets destroy confidence and how clarity is what finally created financial freedom. What You’ll LearnWhy restrictive budgets trigger rebellion, avoidance, and overspending How guilt keeps you stuck in financial instability The emotional cost of hiding purchases and avoiding your numbers Why confidence with money comes from clarity, not control How to build stability without spreadsheets, shame, or restriction Episode BreakdownWhy “good budgeting” made me feel like I was failing How fear and guilt led to hiding purchases The moment I realized restriction was the problem What actually helped me pay off $100K of debt The shift from control to clarity that changed everything Who This Episode Is ForDivorced mompreneurs who make money but still feel anxious, guilty, or unstable. Women who want financial freedom, but also want to feel safe and confident with money. Key TakeawayYou are not bad with money. You were handed a system that ignored your nervous system. Stability comes from clarity, not restriction. Thank you for tuning into this week’s episode of I Date Money! 🗝🌬💖💸 Ready to stop feeling broke, guilty, and overwhelmed about money—even after divorce? Inside The Smell of Money, you’ll get the tools to rebuild financial stability, master your money mindset, and create a financial plan that finally feels simple. Whether you’re looking for smart investment strategies, clarity with your budget, or even how to start investing with just $100, this is where you’ll find the confidence and stability you’ve been craving. Join The Smell of Money today: Click Here to join. Click here to open your Business Checking with NOVO today. Remember, it doesn't matter how much money you make; it's what you do with it 🗝️🌬️💖💸 Intro/Outro music "IDM" by Christa Lily

Do you hesitate before buying groceries, clothes for your kids, or something small for yourself, even when you can afford it? This episode explains why budgeting feels heavy, why spending feels emotional, and how to create a system that lets you spend without guilt while feeling safe, stable, and in control. What You’ll Learn Why money guilt is not a spending problem. It is a safety problem Why traditional budgeting creates restriction, rebellion, and burnout How to reframe a budget into a spending permission system The three requirements for guilt free spending How to separate survival money from choice money Why fun money regulates your nervous system and builds confidence How to build trust with money even when income is inconsistent A simple weekly reset to create calm cash flow Key Topics Covered Why fear gets louder after divorce and how it impacts spending How giving every dollar a job reduces anxiety Why consistency matters more than perfection How to stop second guessing every money decision Resources and Links Calm Cash Flow Workshop. January 7 at 3 p.m. Eastern join here: Calm Cash Flow Workshop Thank you for tuning into this week’s episode of I Date Money! 🗝🌬💖💸 Ready to stop feeling broke, guilty, and overwhelmed about money—even after divorce? Inside The Smell of Money, you’ll get the tools to rebuild financial stability, master your money mindset, and create a financial plan that finally feels simple. Whether you’re looking for smart investment strategies, clarity with your budget, or even how to start investing with just $100, this is where you’ll find the confidence and stability you’ve been craving. Join The Smell of Money today: Click Here to join. Click here to open your Business Checking with NOVO today. Remember, it doesn't matter how much money you make; it's what you do with it 🗝️🌬️💖💸 Intro/Outro music "IDM" by Christa Lily

Budgeting does not hurt because you are bad with money. It hurts because it was taught to punish you. In this episode, Lisa breaks down why traditional budgets trigger guilt, restriction, and avoidance and how to replace them with a conscious spending plan that actually works. What You Will Learn Why budgeting feels restrictive and emotionally painful The three reasons budgets fail and how to fix each one How to shift from restriction to priorities with your money Why paying yourself first is non negotiable in business How to stop using your budget as a report card The power of building in guilt free fun money How awareness, not avoidance, multiplies money Key Moments 00:01 Why budgeting hurts more than it helps 02:27 Why most people always feel broke 05:25 Defining what “enough money” actually means 06:30 Budgeting from priorities instead of punishment 07:52 Paying yourself first in business 09:55 Creating guilt free fun money 11:33 Why entrepreneurs underprice programs and retreats 14:38 The seven day conscious spending challenge 16:00 When budgeting finally stops hurting Join the Calm Cashflow Workshop today Thank you for tuning into this week’s episode of I Date Money! 🗝🌬💖💸 Ready to stop feeling broke, guilty, and overwhelmed about money—even after divorce? Inside The Smell of Money, you’ll get the tools to rebuild financial stability, master your money mindset, and create a financial plan that finally feels simple. Whether you’re looking for smart investment strategies, clarity with your budget, or even how to start investing with just $100, this is where you’ll find the confidence and stability you’ve been craving. Join The Smell of Money today: Click Here to join. Click here to open your Business Checking with NOVO today. Remember, it doesn't matter how much money you make; it's what you do with it 🗝️🌬️💖💸 Intro/Outro music "IDM" by Christa Lily

What if one unexpected medical emergency wiped out years of saving, not because you were reckless, but because you thought you were being smart. In this episode, Lisa breaks down why skipping health insurance is one of the most dangerous cash flow decisions you can make, and how to protect yourself without fear or confusion. What You Will LearnThe real cash flow cost of going uninsured Why “I can’t afford health insurance” is a dangerous myth A real client story that shows a $17,000 difference from one decision How insurance actually protects your savings, credit, and future Why confusing plans cause people to overpay or avoid coverage What to look for in coverage so you are protected when it matters Episode Breakdown00:01 Why one bad day can destroy years of saving 00:38 The Calm Cash Flow Workshop invitation 05:11 Alex’s real-life wake-up call 06:53 Insured vs uninsured. A $17,000 difference 09:19 Why praying it away is not a plan 10:37 The real purpose of insurance 12:58 How confusing plans cause financial harm 15:04 How cash flow confidence creates stability Key TakeawayInsurance is not about fear. It is about strategy. One unexpected emergency should not erase everything you have worked so hard to build. Cash flow confidence comes from planning for risk before it shows up. Resources and LinksRegister for the Cash Flow Confidence Workshop for $37 Thank you for tuning into this week’s episode of I Date Money! 🗝🌬💖💸Ready to stop feeling broke, guilty, and overwhelmed about money—even after divorce? Inside The Smell of Money, you’ll get the tools to rebuild financial stability, master your money mindset, and create a financial plan that finally feels simple. Whether you’re looking for smart investment strategies, clarity with your budget, or even how to start investing with just $100, this is where you’ll find the confidence and stability you’ve been craving. Join The Smell of Money today: Click Here to join. Click here to open your Business Checking with NOVO today. Remember, it doesn't matter how much money you make; it's what you do with it 🗝️🌬️💖💸 Intro/Outro music "IDM" by Christa Lily

If you make good money but still feel broke, confused, or guilty every time you spend, this episode is for you. Lisa Drennon explains why income alone will never create financial security, why high income does not equal security and how to finally feel confident with your money decisions, and what actually builds confidence, stability, and peace of mind after divorce. What You Will Learn Why earning more does not fix money stress The real reason women feel guilty and fearful around spending How to shift from income focused to behavior focused money decisions Simple ways to create stability, even with inconsistent income How to start trusting yourself with money agai Book your Profit Hour Call today: Find $500+ Thank you for tuning into this week’s episode of I Date Money! 🗝🌬💖💸 Ready to stop feeling broke, guilty, and overwhelmed about money—even after divorce? Inside The Smell of Money, you’ll get the tools to rebuild financial stability, master your money mindset, and create a financial plan that finally feels simple. Whether you’re looking for smart investment strategies, clarity with your budget, or even how to start investing with just $100, this is where you’ll find the confidence and stability you’ve been craving. Join The Smell of Money today: Click Here to join. Click here to open your Business Checking with NOVO today. Remember, it doesn't matter how much money you make; it's what you do with it 🗝️🌬️💖💸 Intro/Outro music "IDM" by Christa Lily

You’re working late, juggling kids and clients, building a business from grit and lukewarm coffee. But the silent money leaks draining your income are hiding in plain sight. Today, we uncover the five credit card mistakes keeping mompreneurs in debt and show you how to break free with clarity and confidence. Episode HighlightsWhy mixing personal and business spending destroys clarity and profits The minimum payment trap that quietly costs thousands How rewards points trick you into overspending The truth about credit utilization and how to protect your score Why closing old cards damages your credit history How these mistakes create fear, instability, confusion, and loss of confidence The simple shifts to reclaim control, stability, and financial freedom Thank you for tuning into this week’s episode of I Date Money! 🗝🌬💖💸 Ready to stop feeling broke, guilty, and overwhelmed about money—even after divorce? Inside The Smell of Money, you’ll get the tools to rebuild financial stability, master your money mindset, and create a financial plan that finally feels simple. Whether you’re looking for smart investment strategies, clarity with your budget, or even how to start investing with just $100, this is where you’ll find the confidence and stability you’ve been craving. Join The Smell of Money today: Click Here to join. Open your business checking account with NOVO Remember, it doesn't matter how much money you make; it's what you do with it 🗝️🌬️💖💸 Intro/Outro music "IDM" by Christa Lily

If you make good money but still feel broke, this episode shows you exactly why. We dig into the psychology that keeps you stuck in fear, guilt, and overspending so you can finally feel safe, steady, and in control with your money. Episode HighlightsWhy you still feel broke even as income rises The emotional cycle behind overspending and guilt How your nervous system drives your money behaviors Why more income doesn’t create stability The survival money story many divorced mompreneurs carry How to break the cycle and create real financial clarity The simple spending shift that brings immediate relief Why giving every dollar a job changes everything Timestamps00:01 Why high earners still feel broke 00:35 The stories you believe about money 01:10 The “I deserve this” spending cycle 02:27 Why budgets fail: going through the motions 03:35 Nervous system safety and money 04:30 Why you keep repeating the same pattern 05:35 Survival mode money stories from childhood 06:01 Rewriting your money story 06:45 Are you buying relief instead of what you need 07:35 Why simple planning shifts your entire spending pattern 08:19 Training your brain to feel safe with money 09:14 Buying calm, not chaos 09:35 Survival spending and shiny objects 10:10 Why making more money doesn't fix instability 10:45 Debt isn’t the enemy. Lack of clarity is 11:36 How the Money Multiplier System creates stability 12:20 Invitation to join The Smell of Money Thank you for tuning into this week’s episode of I Date Money! 🗝🌬💖💸 Ready to stop feeling broke, guilty, and overwhelmed about money—even after divorce? Inside The Smell of Money, you’ll get the tools to rebuild financial stability, master your money mindset, and create a financial plan that finally feels simple. Whether you’re looking for smart investment strategies, clarity with your budget, or even how to start investing with just $100, this is where you’ll find the confidence and stability you’ve been craving. Join The Smell of Money today: Click Here to join. Remember, it doesn't matter how much money you make; it's what you do with it 🗝️🌬️💖💸 Intro/Outro music "IDM" by Christa Lily

If you’re constantly borrowing from buckets, shuffling money around, and feeling like you’re failing with money no matter how much you earn, this episode will change everything. You’re not bad with money. You’re missing a stabilizing system that finally makes you feel safe. Episode Highlights: Why high earners still feel broke The real reason you keep borrowing from savings and tax buckets The emotional toll of constant money shuffling The root cause behind “just making ends meet” How to build a simple money bucket system that holds, even with fluctuating income Why your nervous system can’t feel safe without structure The essential first steps of the Money Multiplier System How to assign every dollar a job and stop reacting to money What happens emotionally and financially when bucket borrowing ends Timestamps: 00:00 The moment you realize you’re working hard but barely breathing financially 01:20 Why you’re not failing with money 02:10 The divorced mompreneur money pattern 03:15 The trap of “I’ll just make more money” 04:30 The real reason income feels unpredictable 06:00 Borrowing from buckets: symptom, not the cause 07:20 The emotional burden: guilt, shame, fear 09:00 The stabilizing Money Multiplier framework 10:20 Assigning every dollar a job 12:00 Paying yourself first and fixing fluctuating income 13:30 Building safety through structure 15:00 What changes when you stop bucket borrowing 16:00 Why The Smell of Money is the system that finally works Thank you for tuning into this week’s episode of I Date Money! 🗝🌬💖💸 Ready to stop feeling broke, guilty, and overwhelmed about money—even after divorce? Inside The Smell of Money, you’ll get the tools to rebuild financial stability, master your money mindset, and create a financial plan that finally feels simple. Whether you’re looking for smart investment strategies, clarity with your budget, or even how to start investing with just $100, this is where you’ll find the confidence and stability you’ve been craving. Join The Smell of Money today: Click Here to join. Remember, it doesn't matter how much money you make; it's what you do with it 🗝️🌬️💖💸 Intro/Outro music "IDM" by Christa Lily

You’re earning good money, yet your account balance keeps surprising you. Today I’m breaking down the hidden spending that drains your financial stability and the personal story that forced me to confront my own money leaks. Episode Highlights• The day I realized my “small” expenses were costing me thousands • Why hidden spending patterns create guilt, confusion, and instability • The three biggest red flags in every divorced mompreneur’s budget • How to find the recurring charges you’ve stopped noticing • Simple methods to track spending without spreadsheets • How emotional spending ties directly to fear and stress • The first step to creating a spending system that pays you Thank you for tuning into this week’s episode of I Date Money! 🗝🌬💖💸 Ready to stop feeling broke, guilty, and overwhelmed about money—even after divorce? Inside The Smell of Money, you’ll get the tools to rebuild financial stability, master your money mindset, and create a financial plan that finally feels simple. Whether you’re looking for smart investment strategies, clarity with your budget, or even how to start investing with just $100, this is where you’ll find the confidence and stability you’ve been craving. Join The Smell of Money today: Click Here to join. Remember, it doesn't matter how much money you make; it's what you do with it 🗝️🌬️💖💸 Intro/Outro music "IDM" by Christa Lily

Ready to match your Profit & Loss Statement to your bank account...in this episode Lisa Drennon's shares the exact steps to make profit without fear, shame, or spreadsheets. You can make six figures and still feel broke. It’s not about how much you earn, it’s about how you manage what you have. Highlights: Why high income doesn’t always mean financial peace The biggest mistakes divorced women make with money and how to fix them The method that creates stability and confidence How to stop feeling guilty about spending The mindset shift that builds trust in your financial decisions Resources mentioned in the show: Open your Novo business checking account: https://onboarding.novo.co/signup?referral_code=LisaDrennon&first_name=Lisa Open your Axos business savings account: https://www.axosbank.com/logout?status=active Thank you for tuning into this week’s episode of I Date Money! 🗝🌬💖💸 Ready to stop feeling broke, guilty, and overwhelmed about money—even after divorce? Inside The Smell of Money, you’ll get the tools to rebuild financial stability, master your money mindset, and create a financial plan that finally feels simple. Whether you’re looking for smart investment strategies, clarity with your budget, or even how to start investing with just $100, this is where you’ll find the confidence and stability you’ve been craving. Join The Smell of Money today: Click Here to join. Remember, it doesn't matter how much money you make; it's what you do with it 🗝️🌬️💖💸 Intro/Outro music "IDM" by Christa Lily

Every time you get ahead, a “family emergency” pulls you straight back to zero. In this episode Lisa shows single moms how to build a bulletproof money mindset, set family money boundaries, and stop overspending with a conscious spending challenge that actually works. Episode HighlightsThe repeating “family ATM” pattern and why it isn’t just bad luck The 4 psychological triggers: Guilt Gauntlet, Obligation Trap, Crisis Currency, Scarcity Echo From savior to steward: the mindset shift that protects your bank account Three steps to rebuild your money mindset and stop overspending Boundary scripts that are kind, clear, and firm The gifting rule that ends resentment and protects relationships How the 7-Day Conscious Spending Challenge finds $500 in a week Timestamps 0:00 Cold open: why emergencies keep resetting your progress 2:24 Exposing the psychology behind family money sabotage 4:42 Trigger 1: The Guilt Gauntlet 6:43 Trigger 2: The Obligation Trap 8:41 Trigger 3: Crisis Currency 12:47 Trigger 4: The Scarcity Echo 16:25 Step 1: Identify scripts and rewrite your money story 21:12 Step 2: Reframe from family savior to financial steward 21:56 Step 3: Boundaries with compassion and clarity 26:23 The gifting rule and how to use it 28:36 What happens after you say no: the extinction burst 30:45 Recap and your next decision 31:24 CTA and share with a single mom who needs this Thank you for tuning into this week’s episode of I Date Money! 🗝🌬💖💸 Ready to stop feeling broke, guilty, and overwhelmed about money—even after divorce? Inside The Smell of Money, you’ll get the tools to rebuild financial stability, master your money mindset, and create a financial plan that finally feels simple. Whether you’re looking for smart investment strategies, clarity with your budget, or even how to start investing with just $100, this is where you’ll find the confidence and stability you’ve been craving. Join The Smell of Money today: Click Here to join. Remember, it doesn't matter how much money you make; it's what you do with it 🗝️🌬️💖💸 Intro/Outro music "IDM" by Christa Lily