Feeling guilty every time you spend, even when you make good money? Struggling to let yourself enjoy life now because you’re constantly worried about the future?

You might be stuck in a deprivation mindset.

In this episode, Priya unpacks the sneaky ways a deprivation mindset shows up (even in high earners), why it’s not the badge of honor you think it is, and how it’s keeping you from making progress with your money and your life.

Tune into this episode to hear:

• Why over-saving and over-restricting can backfire
• The link between deprivation and binge spending
• How to build a financial plan that actually lets you enjoy your money - guilt-free

The Bottom LineA healthy financial life isn’t about restriction, it’s about clarity. When you stop depriving yourself and start planning with intention, money becomes a tool to enjoy life, not a source of stress.

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Stash Wealth is a Registered Investment Advisor. Content presented is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended to make an offer or solicitation for any specific securities product, service, or strategy. Consult with a qualified investment adviser (that's us) before implementing any strategy. Investing involves risk, including the loss of principal. Past performance does not guarantee future results. There…we said it.

She’s one of the smartest (and sassiest) voices in personal finance and today she’s here to talk about money, mindset, and building a life with intention.

In this episode, Priya sits down with bestselling author and podcast host Katie Gatti Tassin, aka Money With Katie, to unpack what wealth really means, the mindset shifts that unlock financial clarity, and how we can balance ambition with self-compassion in a world that constantly tells us we’re behind.

They also get personal about what it's like to date, partner up, and build a life when you’re the one in the relationship who has your financial sht together. Whether you’re early in your wealth-building journey or already making six figures but still feeling unsure what “on track” really looks like—this conversation will leave you inspired and equipped.

Tune Into This Episode to Hear:

• Why having a plan is the turning point for most high achievers
• The emotional shift that happens when you finally start investing (spoiler: it’s not about being perfect)
• Why money and self-respect are more connected than we think
• What Katie wishes more couples understood about shared finances—and why “separate” accounts don’t always mean separate money
• The balance between acknowledging systemic barriers and reclaiming your financial agency
  

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THE STUFF OUR LAWYERS WANT US TO SAY: Stash Wealth is a Registered Investment Advisor. Content presented is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended to make an offer or solicitation for any specific securities product, service, or strategy. Consult with a qualified investment adviser (that's us) before implementing any strategy. Investing involves risk, including the loss of principal. Past performance does not guarantee future results. There…we said it.

Wall Street wants you to believe that performance is everything. That the only way to “win” with your money is to beat the market, pick the next hot stock, or time things just right. But here's the truth: chasing returns is gambling. And it’s keeping you distracted from what actually builds wealth: goals-based investing.

In this episode, Priya Malani debunks the myth that return is the most important metric in investing and explains why it’s time to stop treating your portfolio like a casino. Whether you’re a spreadsheet-obsessed performance chaser or someone who feels totally confused about how to invest, this episode will show you the smarter (and less stressful) way to grow your wealth.

Tune Into This Episode to Hear:

• Why even the pros can’t consistently beat the marketand why you shouldn’t try
• The emotional and financial cost of chasing performance
• What goals-based investing is and why it actually works
• A real client story that proves you don’t need to take big risks to build big wealth
  

Follow Priya Malani: LinkedIn | Instagram | YouTube | Stash Wealth

THE STUFF OUR LAWYERS WANT US TO SAY: Stash Wealth is a Registered Investment Advisor. Content presented is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended to make an offer or solicitation for any specific securities product, service, or strategy. Consult with a qualified investment adviser (that’s us) before implementing any strategy. Investing involves risk, including the loss of principal. Past performance does not guarantee future results. There…we said it.