Your budget keeps failing - and it's not because you're bad with money. It's because you're trying to force your real life into a generic template that doesn't account for what's actually happening. With the holidays coming up (Thanksgiving, Christmas, birthdays, parties, travel), November and December need a PLAN, not a budget. In this episode, I'm walking you through how to create a spending plan based on your actual calendar, your household's real needs, and what matters to YOU - so you ca...
All content for The Debt Pay Off Podcast for Women is the property of Katy Almstrom and is served directly from their servers
with no modification, redirects, or rehosting. The podcast is not affiliated with or endorsed by Podjoint in any way.
Your budget keeps failing - and it's not because you're bad with money. It's because you're trying to force your real life into a generic template that doesn't account for what's actually happening. With the holidays coming up (Thanksgiving, Christmas, birthdays, parties, travel), November and December need a PLAN, not a budget. In this episode, I'm walking you through how to create a spending plan based on your actual calendar, your household's real needs, and what matters to YOU - so you ca...
Your budget keeps failing - and it's not because you're bad with money. It's because you're trying to force your real life into a generic template that doesn't account for what's actually happening. With the holidays coming up (Thanksgiving, Christmas, birthdays, parties, travel), November and December need a PLAN, not a budget. In this episode, I'm walking you through how to create a spending plan based on your actual calendar, your household's real needs, and what matters to YOU - so you ca...
You say health is a priority, but you feel guilty spending on a gym membership. You say your marriage matters, but there's no room in the budget for date night. Your money is telling a story about your priorities - and it might not match what you're saying out loud. In this episode, I'm breaking down the two ways we contradict ourselves with money: feeling guilty about spending on what matters, and spending on things that don't actually align with our values. If you're tired of the disconnect...
Haven't checked your bank balance in weeks (or months)? Feel that little flutter of anxiety every time you think about logging in? You're not broken, and you're not alone. In this episode, I'm diving into why we avoid our money - and more importantly, how to move from avoidance to awareness without shame or overwhelm. This is about the emotional side of money that nobody talks about but everyone struggles with. You'll learn: Why money avoidance is actually a form of self-protection (not weakn...
Making your minimum payments every month but your debt isn't going down? You're not alone, and you're not doing anything wrong. In this episode, I'm breaking down the real math behind why minimum payments keep you trapped - and the one shift that can cut years off your debt payoff timeline. Spoiler: even an extra $25 per month makes a massive difference. If you're tired of feeling like you're spinning your wheels with debt, this episode will show you exactly how to break the cycle. You'll lea...
"I can't afford to get help with my money." I hear this all the time, and I'm not going to try to convince you that you're wrong. Instead, let's have a real conversation about this decision - because sometimes "I can't afford it" is absolutely true, and sometimes it's the excuse that keeps you stuck. In this episode, you'll discover: When you genuinely can't afford help (and why that's okay)What "I can't afford it" is actually code for (hint: it's often not about money)How to evaluate whether...
How many times have you said "I'll get my money together next year"? If you're like most women, you've been saying some version of that for years - and every January, you start feeling behind before you even begin. We have three months left in 2025. Three months to make real progress instead of waiting for some mythical "perfect time" in January that never comes. In this episode, you'll discover: How to decide your December money story (not a budget - a story about how you want to feel about ...
Episode Description: The journey from money chaos to money confidence isn't a straight line - it happens in stages. And understanding exactly where you are can help you focus on what you actually need next. Fresh off our 3-Day Money Reset Challenge, I'm sharing the 5 stages every woman moves through on her path to financial confidence: You'll discover: Stage 1: Money Avoidance (and why looking is always better than not looking)Stage 2: Money Awareness (when you have information but don't know...
When was the last time you actually looked at where your money went last month? Not just glanced at your bank balance, but really examined where every dollar went and why? Most of us are running on financial autopilot, making money decisions based on how we feel in the moment or what seems urgent. But we never step back to see the bigger picture. If you're tired of wondering where your money goes every month, this episode is your wake-up call. You'll discover: What a money reset actually is (...
You make decent money. Your friends might even think you're "doing well" financially. So why do you always feel broke? If you're constantly wondering where your paycheck went, feeling stressed about money despite earning good income, or questioning why you can't seem to get ahead - this episode is for you. I'm breaking down the three specific reasons why good income doesn't translate to feeling financially secure, and more importantly, I'm showing you the cycle that keeps you stuck (spoiler: ...
"I can't afford it." If you catch yourself saying this phrase a lot, you're accidentally keeping yourself stuck in scarcity thinking. For years, I said this constantly while simultaneously putting things on credit cards anyway. The problem isn't your bank account - it's the language that makes you feel powerless. In this episode, I'm sharing what to say instead. You'll learn: Why "I can't afford it" shuts down creative thinking and keeps you feeling like a victimThe choice-based language I us...
What if your money wasn't your enemy, but your teammate? Most of us have been conditioned to see money as something scary to fight or control, but this mindset keeps us stuck in anxiety and bad decisions. In this Money Mindset Minute, I'm sharing the simple shift that completely transformed how money feels in my life. You'll discover: Why treating money like a supportive friend changes everythingThe mindset shift that turns spending guilt into spending joyHow I went from urges to spend everyt...
Summer doesn't have to be a budget buster, but most people fall into the same expensive traps every year. They start with good intentions, say yes to everything without a plan, and then avoid looking at their bank account until fall hits with back-to-school stress. Sound familiar? In this episode, I'm sharing our family's real approach to enjoying summer without going broke - and it's way simpler than you think. You'll learn: The year-long planning strategy that makes summer expenses feel man...
Feeling stuck in the same money patterns you started 2025 with? Like you're going through the motions but not making real progress? You're not alone. This week I ran a special mid-year workshop for my Moneywise clients and waitlist members, and what happened was so powerful I had to bring it to the podcast. You'll learn: How to identify the hidden money pattern that's been secretly running your financial lifeThe December 2025 vision exercise that creates clarity instantlyWhy your money emotio...
Overwhelmed by budgeting apps and complicated money systems that never stick? You're not alone. In this episode, I'm sharing insights from my special mid-year workshop where my clients revealed what's actually working for them - and it's refreshingly simple. You'll learn: Why most money management systems fail (and it's not what you think)The two-part approach my clients swear by that requires zero appsHow to stay connected to your money without obsessive trackingWhy simple beats perfec...
Stop waiting to feel 'good enough' with money to start making progress. In this reset, I'm sharing my light switch moment when I realized that financial responsibility isn't about perfect systems - it's about actual progress. If you've been organizing and tracking but still feeling trapped by debt, this episode will help you shift from perfection to momentum. Join the Moneywise Mastermind Waitlist here: https://www.katyalmstrom.com/mm-waitlist Connect with Katy: IG: www.instagram.com/katy...
"Just live on rice and beans until your debt is gone." Yeah, right. What if I told you that you can live richly RIGHT NOW while being financially responsible? In this episode, I'm sharing my personal spending hierarchy that lets me thrift for amazing finds, create a beautiful home, and prioritize what actually matters - all while staying on track financially. You'll discover: why I refuse to buy anything new (and love it that way), how to plan your spending around...
You pay off your debt, celebrate your success, and then BAM - your car needs repairs and you're right back to using credit cards. Sound familiar? There's one simple financial tool that prevents this cycle, but most people have never heard of it. I'm talking about sinking funds, and they're absolutely game-changing for staying debt-free. In this episode, you'll get the exact step-by-step process to set them up, including real numbers, simple systems, and how to make it work even when money is ...
Feeling stuck in your debt payoff journey? Like no matter how much you cut expenses, progress feels painfully slow? There's a strategy that can completely change your timeline - and it's not what most financial experts talk about. In this episode, I'm sharing the approach that helped me take control when debt felt overwhelming, plus how my clients are using this same strategy to cut years off their payoff plans. You'll discover how to leverage skills you already have, create flexibility that ...
You know that heart-racing panic when you're checking out at the store and the total keeps climbing? Or when you open your bank account and immediately want to close your laptop? I used to let those moments derail my entire day - until I discovered this ridiculously simple 60-second trick that completely stops money panic in its tracks. No breathing exercises, no complicated mantras, just two words that change everything. Join the Moneywise Mastermind Waitlist here: https://www.katyalmstr...
In this week's episode, I'm tackling those swirling questions about the economy that have been filling up my DMs lately. If you've been wondering whether you should change your debt payoff plan because of those scary headlines, or if you're feeling that knot in your stomach every time you hear about inflation - I've got you. I'm breaking down what all this economic noise actually means for your everyday money (spoiler: probably less than the news makes it seem), and sharing the simple 3-step ...
Your budget keeps failing - and it's not because you're bad with money. It's because you're trying to force your real life into a generic template that doesn't account for what's actually happening. With the holidays coming up (Thanksgiving, Christmas, birthdays, parties, travel), November and December need a PLAN, not a budget. In this episode, I'm walking you through how to create a spending plan based on your actual calendar, your household's real needs, and what matters to YOU - so you ca...
