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But that doesnt have to be true.
Anyone can heal their relationship with money though it requires more emotional work than you might expect.
And unpacking your relationship with money means going back to your earliest memories around money.
Understanding Your Life Story With Money
Dunlaps earliest money memories are positive.
On her podcast, she recalled being a theater kid obsessed with the musical Annie.
When the show came to her town, she begged her parents for tickets.
They told her that was fine, as long as she saved up enough money for her ticket.
However, on their way to the show, she realized shed left her money at home.
She was distraught, thinking that theyd have to turn back.
Fortunately, her parents had no interest in giving her a hard-knock life.
She saw that if she was willing to work and save, she could achieve her goals.
Of course, not everyone has such loving early memories around money.
If your parents were prone to overspending or missing payments, you might model the same behavior.
When seeking a financial advisor, look for a professional with experience helping people navigate financial trauma.
These professionals are becoming more common.
Ask yourself if you manage money the same way your family did.
From there, it’s possible for you to start a broader money diary.
Dunlap insisted that you truly record every purchase.
After listing the total for each item or experience, describe how it made you feel.
Use words, emojis or even drawings anything that articulates how you feel about what youve bought.
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