Financial Therapist Explains Money and Mental Health

It’s no secret that mental health is a fundamental part of overall wellbeing. 1 in 5 American adults experience a diagnosable mental health condition annually, and 1 in 4 will experience a mental illness at some time in their life. I’m a believer that we don’t need to have a diagnosable mental illness to tend to our mental health. Especially because our mental health impacts how we think, feel, and behave financially. In this video, I’ll share more about how money and mental health intersect, including how it impacts those without a diagnosis and how we can tend to our financial and mental health. Whether you're experiencing mental illness, an employer hoping to better support your team, or an ally helping a loved one, I've got practical tips to help you at the intersection of money and mental health.
📝 Resources mentioned 📝
Which Financial Wellness Topic Does My Team Need? Quiz
www.mindmoneybalance.com/quiz...
Emergency Funds the Easy Way
www.mindmoneybalance.com/blog...
Popcorn Finance Podcast Episode: How To Make Therapy More Affordable
popcornfinance.com/podcast/43...
37 Ways to Practice Financial Self-Care
www.mindmoneybalance.com/blog...
Financial Wellness for Teams in the Workplace
www.mindmoneybalance.com/blog...
Hire a Financial Therapist!
www.mindmoneybalance.com/spea...
SAMHSA Mental Health Prevalence
www.samhsa.gov/mental-health/...
Bread Financial Mental Health & Money Survey, 2024
newsroom.breadfinancial.com/f...
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The information and content provided by Lindsay Bryan-Podvin LMSW, LLC/Mind Money Balance is for entertainment and informational purposes only. It should not be considered legal or financial advice. You should consult with an attorney or other professional to determine what may be best for your individual needs. No one should make any investment changes without first consulting his or her financial advisor and conducting his or her research and due diligence. To the maximum extent permitted by law, Lindsay Bryan-Podvin LMSW, LLC/Mind Money Balance disclaims any and all liability in the event any information, opinions, advice, and/or recommendations prove to be inaccurate, incomplete, or unreliable or result in any investment or other losses.
🆘 Psychotherapy Disclaimer 🆘
The entertainment provided in these videos is not a substitute for psychotherapy and does not count as a social work service/therapeutic relationship. If you are in need of help, seek services from a licensed healthcare professional: www.therapyden.com
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Chapters
0:00 Mental Health Awareness Month
1:54 Workplace Financial Wellness Quiz
2:00 Money & Mental Health
3:48 Bipolar Illness
4:15 Depression & Anxiety
4:55 Shame, Triggers, Physical Symptoms
6:15 Work
9:28 Mental Wellbeing & Money
11:28 Individuals: Money & Mental Health Care
13:16 Workplaces: Money & Mental Health Care
15:07 Allies: Money & Mental Health Care
Self-Reflection Questions:
💭 Are there certain times when you're more likely to spend money?
💭 Are there certain situations where you're more likely to save money? How does it feel?
💭 What are the emotional responses that you get when you swipe your card, when you add to your cart, or when you spend money?
💭 Do you feel different when you're earning money, spending money, saving money, or giving money?
💭 How do you feel about each of those four everyday interactions with money?
💭 Which ones are more likely to be stressful? And which ones are more likely to feel supportive?

[@EliannedeJong]

This is great, I feel very seen! I think it would be good if you write out those questions (at 12 min) in the caption

[@MindMoneyBalance]

Great idea! Here they are, and I've popped them in the description, too.
Are there certain times where you're more likely to spend money? Are there certain situations where you're more likely to save money? How does it feel? What are the emotional responses that you get when you swipe your card, when you add to your cart, or when you spend money? Do you feel different when you're earning money, spending money, saving money, or giving money? How do you feel about each of those four everyday interactions with money? Which ones are more likely to be stressful? And which ones are more likely to feel supportive?

[@EliannedeJong]

​@@MindMoneyBalancewow thank you!!