In this raw and deeply validating conversation, I sit down with Nadine Zumot—Certified Money Coach and Somatic Practitioner—to explore how emotional spending, undercharging, and money shame are often survival responses rooted in trauma. Nadine’s journey from financial chaos to embodied wealth wisdom is not only inspiring but incredibly relatable for anyone who’s ever felt like they were “bad with money.” We talk about the nervous system’s role in our financial decisions, why traditional budgeting advice doesn’t work for trauma survivors, and how to begin cultivating a more compassionate and powerful relationship with money. If you’ve ever hustled for safety, overspent to feel worthy, or stayed small in your business out of fear—this episode is for you. You’ll leave feeling seen, empowered, and ready to rewrite your money story.
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Top Episode Quotes:
“Emotional spending isn’t a character flaw—it’s a nervous system trying to regulate.”
“Money trauma isn’t just about not having money—it’s about what you had to do to survive without it.”
“You can’t budget your way out of a trauma response.”
“True financial empowerment begins when you stop bypassing your body’s wisdom.”
“You’re not irresponsible with money—you’ve just never been taught to feel safe with it.”
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