Have you ever wondered how financial stress impacts mental health and what can be done to address it? In this episode, Melissa Joy and Lindsay Bryan-Podvin discuss the Financial Empowerment Initiative at the University of Michigan, focusing on the intersection of money and mental health. Lindsay shares insights from her work and the impact of the workshops on participants. They also explore the challenges and misconceptions around seeking financial advice and therapy.

Listen and Learn:

• How the Financial Empowerment Initiative at the University of Michigan connects money and mental health
• How to navigate challenges and misconceptions around seeking financial advice and therapy
• The significance of educating yourself about reputable financial professionals and finding the right fit for your financial and mental health needs

Resources:

• Visit Mind Money Balance
• Purchase Lindsay’s book: The Financial Anxiety Solution
• Follow Lindsay’s Podcast
• Follow Lindsay on YouTube
• Past Podcast Episode: Getting Over Fears of Talking about Money
• Overcoming Financial Anxiety video with Lindsay
• Navigating Money Issues with a Partner
• Financial Therapy with Nate Astle

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