Subtle Signs You’re Self-Sabotaging Your Finances, with Sahaj Kohli

Hi Besties!
This week’s episode is for anyone who’s ever felt anxious opening a bill, tied their self-worth to their bank balance, or questioned whether they deserve to be wealthy. We’re joined by Sahaj Kohli, award-winning therapist, author of But What Will People Say?, and founder of Brown Girl Therapy - the largest mental health community for adult children of immigrants.

We unpack the deeper, emotional side of our money habits - from self-sabotage and scarcity mindsets to the impact of cultural expectations, and how to reparent your inner child when it comes to finances. Whether you're working through money guilt, fear of being “too ambitious,” or just trying to get better at having honest financial conversations, this episode is a must-listen.

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📌 Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Saaj Kohli and Her Background
02:40 Childhood Influences on Money Perception
05:41 Self-Worth and Money Dynamics
08:30 Self-Sabotage in Financial Conversations
11:23 Scarcity Mindset and Its Impact
14:07 Navigating Emotions Around Money
16:48 Cultural Perspectives on Wealth and Deserving
19:56 Reframing Ambition and Success
22:44 Reparenting Yourself Financially
25:27 Conclusion and Resources

🔑 Keywords:
mental health, money mindset, self-sabotage, immigrant experience, financial literacy, self-worth, cultural identity, wealth, emotional regulation, reparenting

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Love, Sim xx