Does budgeting feel stressful, restrictive, or like something you should be doing—but secretly avoid?

If you make good money but still feel confused about where it’s all going, you’re not doing anything wrong. In this episode, Michelle sits down with the Budget Besties to unpack why budgeting feels overwhelming for so many working women—and how to replace chaos with a calm, automated system that actually works with your life.

After listening, you’ll:

• Understand why traditional budgeting methods don’t stick (and why it’s not your fault)
• Learn how to create a simple, automatic money system that removes daily decision fatigue
• Discover how a separate spending account can give you freedom, clarity, and control

Press play to learn how to simplify your budget, reduce money stress, and finally feel confident about where your money is going—without tracking every dollar.

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Life can be overwhelming, but on this podcast, you'll discover practical strategies to overcome overwhelm, imposter syndrome, and negative self-talk, manage time effectively, set boundaries, and stay productive in high-stress jobs—all while learning how to say no and prioritize self-care on the Overwhelmed Worki...

What if the reason you feel stuck, stressed, or overwhelmed has less to do with your circumstances—and more to do with what your brain is trained to notice?

If you’re skeptical of manifesting or feel like vision boards and positive thinking don’t fit into your real, busy life, this episode offers a refreshing and practical perspective. You’ll learn how your brain’s built-in filtering system shapes what you notice, experience, and ultimately attract—without requiring blind belief or magical thinking.

By listening to this episode, you’ll:

• Understand how your brain’s reticular activating system influences stress, calm, and opportunity
• Learn a simple, low-pressure way to “test” manifesting in your own life
• Discover how intentional focus can help you feel more grounded, hopeful, and open to possibility

Press play to learn a simple mindset shift that can help you notice more calm, clarity, and possibility—starting today.

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Life can be overwhelming, but on this podcast, you'll discover practical strategies to overcome overwhelm, imposter syndrome, and negative self-talk, manage time effectively, set boundaries, and stay productive in high-stress jobs—all while learning how to say no and prioritize self-care on the Overwhelmed Worki...

Have you ever started the year determined to change everything — only to feel overwhelmed before January is even over?

If you’re a driven, capable working woman who feels pressure to do more, try harder, and improve every area of your life at once, this episode will help you understand why that approach backfires — and what actually creates calm, sustainable change.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why “confetti goals” create more overwhelm instead of real progress
• How the belief that doing more equals success quietly sabotages your goals
• A simpler way to choose goals that actually fit your life and build momentum

Press play to learn how focusing on the essential few can help you feel calmer, more confident, and finally make progress this year.

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Wondering why you're overwhelmed? Take my "why am I overwhelmed" quiz to find out the source of your overwhelm, and what to do about it.

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Life can be overwhelming, but on this podcast, you'll discover practical strategies to overcome overwhelm, imposter syndrome, and negative self-talk, manage time effectively, set boundaries, and stay productive in high-stress jobs—all while learning how to say no and prioritize self-care on the Overwhelmed Worki...