In this inspiring episode of The F.E.E.L. Podcast, we are joined by Maria Mai, a passionate and powerful voice in the world of finance. As a woman thriving in a male-dominated industry, Maria brings insight, heart, and empowerment to the table. She opens up about her journey, her mission to help women gain financial confidence, and how she supports others in living unapologetically.
Maria’s message is clear: financial literacy is power, and every woman deserves to feel confident making decisions that affect her life and future. From discussing the wage gap and wealth inequality, to encouraging self-forgiveness and inner strength, Maria offers wisdom that’s both practical and deeply emotional.
This episode is a must-listen for any woman ready to reclaim her voice, her money, and her power.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
Why women must become financially literate, even in partnerships
The reality of the wage gap and wealth gap across gender and race
How Maria found strength in being a minority in finance
Why women prefer women advisors in male-dominated fields
The connection between confidence and financial independence
Tools for self-forgiveness and shifting your inner narrative
About Maria Mai:
Maria is a financial expert, speaker, and advocate for women’s empowerment. With years of experience helping clients—especially women—navigate their finances, Maria is changing the narrative around money and confidence. Her work centers on empowering women to make informed, independent decisions and to challenge the old norms that have held them back for too long.
Ways to Engage:
Practice self-forgiveness: Be gentle with yourself when things go wrong.
Change your money story: Start by believing that you deserve wealth and success.
Seek financial education: Knowledge truly is power—especially for women.
Share this episode with a woman you admire—you could change her life.
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Timestamps:
Prioritizing Self Care - ( 3:10 )
Confidently Setting Boundaries - ( 15:06 )
Taking Care of Your Emotional Health as much as Your Physical Health - ( 20:10 )
Support self & other women unapologetically - ( 22:53 )
Coming Back to Your WHY and Your VALUES - ( 30:26 )
Living Out of Your Own Expectations - ( 37:25 )
Accepting the Layered Aspects of Yourself - ( 51:14 )
Living out FEEL, how does it affect your relationships - ( 57:29 )
5 Activities That Nourish You - ( 59:05 )
5 Words for How You Want to Feel in the Next Six Months - ( 59:40 )
Original Music by Rio & Valencia Saint-Louis
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