It's Not About The Money

Hosted by Catherine Morgan

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May 2026

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You don't need another budget… you need to feel safe with money. It's Not About The Money is a podcast on women and money mindset for business owners who are done with overgiving, undercharging, and hitting the same income ceiling. Here we talk about the patterns behind your finances and the practical steps to make more, keep more, invest, and build wealth with confidence. We also cover topics around financial coaching and self sabotage with mindset and somatic money incuding nervous system and psychology. Hosted by Catherine Morgan, author, award-winning Financial Wellbeing Speaker, Financial Coach, and trauma-informed coach. Formerly the In Her Financial Shoes Podcast.

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May 25, 2026Episode 37940 min

Why Your Brain Feels Different in Perimenopause — ADHD, Hormones & RSD with Kate Moryoussef

I am joined by Kate Moryoussef, as we explore the intricate relationship between ADHD, hormonal changes, and women's health. We discuss personal experiences with late ADHD diagnoses, the impact of perimenopause, and the significance of understanding rejection-sensitive dysphoria (RSD). The conversation also highlights the benefits of Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) as a tool for emotional regulation and self-acceptance, particularly for neurodivergent women navigating these challenges. In this conversation, Kate and I explore the transformative power of Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) in managing overwhelm, guilt, and shame, particularly for women navigating ADHD and hormonal changes. We provide practical demonstrations of EFT, discuss the importance of self-compassion, and highlight the significance of understanding women's health issues. Kate shares insights from her book, the ADHD Women's Wellbeing Toolkit, emphasising the need for accessible resources and self-empowerment. The conversation concludes with a focus on sustainable growth and the importance of rest in both personal and professional lives. Chapters 00:00 Understanding ADHD and Hormonal Influences 10:10 The Impact of Diagnosis on Personal Growth 20:02 Navigating Perimenopause and ADHD 30:01 Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) Explained 39:53 Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) and Its Benefits 26:05 Demonstrating EFT for Overwhelm 30:30 Understanding Guilt and Shame in EFT 34:14 Navigating Women's Health and Hormones 35:55 The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Toolkit 39:25 The Journey of Writing a Book with ADHD 40:36 Sustainable Growth and Rest in Business Resources: Get my FREE book 'It's Not About The Money' Take the Money StoryTypes® Quiz Sign up to my FREE Newsletter Become a Certified Financial Coach Reveal and Heal The Inherited Money Patterns Keeping You Stuck with the 5 Hidden Money Beliefs Framework Guide Enroll for Wealth Resonance Discover the Body of Wealth Check out the 5 Hidden Money Beliefs If today's conversation stirred something in you, Kate's self-paced workshop library might be a great next step. There's a wide range of topics covered - from emotional wellbeing and nervous system regulation to identity and everyday ADHD life- all created with late-diagnosed women in mind. You can dip in at your own pace, without any pressure to do it all at once. Browse the full library here: https://www.adhdwomenswellbeing.co.uk/workshops

April 27, 2026Episode 37628 min

Why Success Feels Unsafe: The Nervous System Block That Keeps You Broke

In this conversation, I explore the concept of money set points and how our nervous system influences our relationship with wealth. I discuss the biological responses to financial success and introduce three somatic techniques to help expand our capacity for wealth. These techniques focus on creating a sense of safety in the body, allowing individuals to navigate their financial journeys with greater ease and confidence. Chapters 00:00 Understanding Money Set Points 02:57 The Nervous System and Money 05:50 Somatic Techniques for Financial Safety 08:40 Safety Anchoring Technique 12:00 Capacity Expansion Technique 17:01 The Expanded Heart Technique 23:49 Recap and Conclusion Resources: Get my FREE book 'It's Not About The Money' Take the Money StoryTypes® Quiz Sign up to my FREE Newsletter Become a Certified Financial Coach Reveal and Heal The Inherited Money Patterns Keeping You Stuck with the 5 Hidden Money Beliefs Framework Guide Join the waitlist for Wealth Resonance Discover the Body of Wealth Learn more about The Great Release Check out the 5 Hidden Money Beliefs

April 20, 2026Episode 37524 min

Why You Fight About Money (It's Not About the Money)

In this episode, I explore the complex dynamics of money arguments in relationships, emphasising that these conflicts often stem from deeper emotional and nervous system responses rather than the financial issues themselves. I introduce the concept of Money Story Types, which are shaped by early life experiences, and discuss how understanding these types can help couples navigate their financial conversations more effectively. The episode provides practical strategies for reframing discussions about money to foster collaboration and acceptance between partners. Chapters 00:00 Understanding Money Arguments 02:48 The Role of Nervous System in Money Conversations 06:04 Identifying Money Story Types 08:58 Conflict Between Money Story Types 12:03 Strategies for Harmonious Money Conversations 14:59 The Importance of Acceptance in Money Dynamics 17:58 Practical Reframes for Money Discussions21:08 Conclusion and Next Steps Resources: Get my FREE book 'It's Not About The Money' Take the Money StoryTypes® Quiz Sign up to my FREE Newsletter Become a Certified Financial Coach Reveal and Heal The Inherited Money Patterns Keeping You Stuck with the 5 Hidden Money Beliefs Framework Guide Join the waitlist for Wealth Resonance Discover the Body of Wealth Learn more about The Great Release

April 13, 2026Episode 37321 min

Why Money Affirmations Don't Work (And What Does Instead)

In this episode, I explore the emotional and somatic aspects of money mindset, emphasising acceptance over resistance. I discuss research on affirmations, the importance of emotional scale, and practical techniques like embodied heart breathing to transform your relationship with money. Chapters 00:00 The Power of Positive Thinking About Money 02:58 Understanding Emotional Responses to Money 07:23 The Importance of Acceptance in Financial Well-being 12:53 Embodied Heart Breathing Practice for Money Emotions19:20 The Great Release: A Path to Financial Freedom Resources: Get my FREE book 'It's Not About The Money' Take the Money StoryTypes® Quiz Sign up to my FREE Newsletter Become a Certified Financial Coach Reveal and Heal The Inherited Money Patterns Keeping You Stuck with the 5 Hidden Money Beliefs Framework Guide Join the waitlist for Wealth Resonance Discover the Body of Wealth Learn more about The Great Release

April 6, 2026Episode 37245 min

EFT & Money with Theresa Lear Levine

n this episode I am joined by Theresa Lear Levine - EFT Master Practitioner, Hypnotherapist, and bestselling author of "Becoming More Me, to explore the transformative power of somatic practices like EFT, hypnotherapy, and binaural beats in shifting beliefs, managing stress, and embodying new identities. Theresa shares her personal journey, techniques, and practical tips for harnessing these tools to create lasting change. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to EFT and Personal Journeys 00:12 The Impact of Trauma on Success 03:09 Awakening to Change and Self-Discovery 06:05 The Power of EFT Tapping 09:07 EFT in Practice: Personal Experiences 12:12 Understanding the Science Behind EFT 15:13 Demonstrating EFT Tapping Techniques 21:20 The Impact of Affirmations on Beliefs 27:13 Transitioning to a New Reality 35:05 The Power of Binaural Beats 40:40 The Importance of Breath Awareness Resources: Get my FREE book 'It's Not About The Money' Take the Money StoryTypes® Quiz Sign up to my FREE Newsletter Become a Certified Financial Coach Reveal and Heal The Inherited Money Patterns Keeping You Stuck with the 5 Hidden Money Beliefs Framework Guide Join the waitlist for Wealth Resonance Discover the Body of Wealth Watch the first episode of the Body of Wealth series Watch the Second episode of the Body of Wealth Series Find out more about Theresa Learn more about Becoming More Me (Please note we are an affiliate for this product which means we may earn an affiliate commission for any purchases)

March 30, 2026Episode 37128 min

The 4 Emotions That Block Every Money Decision

In this episode I explore the four major emotions - grief, fear, shame, and resentment - that influence money decisions. I discuss how these emotions are stored in the body, their impact on financial behavior, and practical tools like emotional freedom technique (EFT) to release them. Chapters 00:00 The Emotional Body and Money 01:03 Understanding Somatic Patterns in Money 01:37 Why Logical Advice Isn't Enough 02:31 Research on Emotional Mapping in the Body 05:56 Financial Grief and Its Impact 12:13 Fear as a Major Money Emotion 14:32 Shame and Its Silent Power 18:42 Resentment and Systemic Money Beliefs 22:31 Tools for Emotional Release and Change Resources: Get my FREE book 'It's Not About The Money' Take the Money StoryTypes® Quiz Sign up to my FREE Newsletter Become a Certified Financial Coach Reveal and Heal The Inherited Money Patterns Keeping You Stuck with the 5 Hidden Money Beliefs Framework Guide Join the waitlist for Wealth Resonance Discover the Body of Wealth Watch the first episode of the Body of Wealth series

March 23, 2026Episode 37020 min

Money Comes In, Then Something Always Happens

I explore the somatic and emotional aspects of our relationship with money, revealing how body patterns rooted in past experiences influence our financial behaviors and feelings of security. Over this series, I offer practical tools like emotional freedom technique and heart breathing to help shift these deep-seated patterns. Chapters 00:00 Understanding Financial Patterns and Emotions 10:46 The Role of Somatics in Financial Well-being 18:51 Exploring Possibilities for Healing Financial Relationships Resources: Get my FREE book 'It's Not About The Money' Take the Money StoryTypes® Quiz Sign up to my FREE Newsletter Become a Certified Financial Coach Reveal and Heal The Inherited Money Patterns Keeping You Stuck with the 5 Hidden Money Beliefs Framework Guide Join the waitlist for Wealth Resonance Discover the Body of Wealth

March 16, 2026Episode 37125 min

Will AI Replace Financial Advisers? (What 15 Years Taught Me)

In this conversation I discuss the transformative impact of AI on the financial services industry, emphasising the importance of human skills and emotional intelligence in financial advice. I explore how AI can handle technical aspects of financial planning but cannot replicate the deep human connection and understanding required to navigate clients' emotional relationships with money. I introduce the concept of 'money story types' and highlight the growing need for financial coaching as a means to address the emotional side of money management. I conclude by asserting that the future of financial advice will rely on professionals who can integrate AI's capabilities with their own human insights to better serve clients. Chapters 00:00 The Rise of AI in Financial Services 02:48 Understanding Human Skills in Financial Advice 06:12 The Emotional Side of Money 09:07 Money Story Types and Their Impact 12:08 Integrating AI with Human Insight 14:54 The Future of Financial Advice 17:51 The Importance of Emotional Intelligence 20:56 Exploring Financial Coaching Opportunities Resources: Get my FREE book 'It's Not About The Money' Take the Money StoryTypes® Quiz Sign up to my FREE Newsletter Become a Certified Financial Coach Reveal and Heal The Inherited Money Patterns Keeping You Stuck with the 5 Hidden Money Beliefs Framework Guide Watch episode: Should You Become a Financial Coach Watch episode: Why Clients Self-Sabotage With Money Watch episode: What Financial Coaching Actually Looks Like

March 9, 2026Episode 37128 min

What Financial Coaching Actually Looks Like

In this conversation, I discuss my journey from being a qualified financial advisor in debt to understanding the deeper emotional patterns behind financial behaviors. I introduce the Money Narratives Clearing Framework, emphasising the importance of awareness, recognising benefits and costs, and exploring secondary gains in financial decision-making. The discussion highlights how shame and acceptance play crucial roles in transforming financial patterns and the impact of loss aversion on choices. I encourage approaching financial coaching with compassion and understanding, aiming for lasting change rather than quick fixes. Chapters 00:00 Understanding Financial Patterns and Personal Debt 02:46 The Money Narratives Clearing Framework 05:22 The Importance of Awareness in Financial Coaching 08:29 Recognizing Benefits and Costs of Financial Patterns 10:58 Exploring Secondary Gains in Financial Behavior 13:34 The Role of Shame and Acceptance in Financial Change 16:17 Identifying Hidden Trade-offs in Financial Decisions 18:47 The Impact of Loss Aversion on Financial Choices21:16 Transforming Patterns Through Compassion and Understanding Resources: Get my FREE book 'It's Not About The Money' Take the Money StoryTypes® Quiz Sign up to my FREE Newsletter Become a Certified Financial Coach Reveal and Heal The Inherited Money Patterns Keeping You Stuck with the 5 Hidden Money Beliefs Framework Guide Watch episode: Should You Become a Financial Coach Watch episode: Why Clients Self-Sabotage With Money

March 2, 2026Episode 37025 min

Should You Become a Financial Coach?

In this episode I explores the profound relationship individuals have with money, emphasizing the importance of financial coaching in addressing deeper emotional and psychological issues surrounding financial behaviors. I discuss the need for financial professionals to integrate coaching techniques into their practices to better support clients in navigating their financial identities and challenges. Through personal anecdotes and practical advice, I highlight the transformative power of understanding one's relationship with money and the necessity of addressing underlying beliefs to foster lasting change. Chapters 00:00 Understanding the Relationship with Money 02:48 The Need for Financial Coaching 05:29 The Impact of Identity on Financial Decisions 08:30 The Role of Financial Coaching in Transformation 11:18 Techniques in Financial Coaching 14:09 Language Patterns in Money Conversations 17:02 Integrating Financial Coaching into Existing Practices 19:35 The Future of Financial Coaching22:22 Personal Journey and Call to Action Resources: Get my FREE book 'It's Not About The Money' Take the Money StoryTypes® Quiz Sign up to my FREE Newsletter Become a Certified Financial Coach Reveal and Heal The Inherited Money Patterns Keeping You Stuck with the 5 Hidden Money Beliefs Framework Guide Watch the Full AI Series Here