You're not bad with money — you've just been set up

The truth about why money feels so hard 

(and what happens when it doesn't)

I hear this from clients all the time:

“I'm just bad with money.”

If you've ever thought that — I see you.

But here's the truth:
Money management is a skill.

Just like riding a bike, folding a fitted sheet, or getting a toddler to eat something green — it's not something you're born knowing. It's something you learn.

And most of us were never taught.

Instead, we're thrown into a world that's very good at getting us to hand over our money — from targeted ads to sneaky subscriptions to easy credit (I'm looking at you, Affirm!).

So of course it feels like you're constantly behind.
Like you're running from a bear with no map, a wallet full of shame, and zero direction.
Swipe. Stress. Avoid. Repeat.

It's exhausting.
And it makes you feel like you're failing.

But here's what happens when you finally learn how to manage your money on your terms:

You stop running.
You start breathing.
You go from bear chase to beach vacation — everything's paid for, savings are stacking, and Target no longer owns you.

You feel safe. Proud. Powerful.
Your money story doesn't control you anymore — you control it.

So no — you're not “bad with money.”

You just haven't learned the skills to confidently manage it in a world designed to take it from you.

And once you do? Everything changes.

Whether you're in your boss money era or barely making it to the next paycheck — I see you.
And if you ever need support on this journey, I'm here.

No shame. No judgment. Just real tools, real talk, and a reminder:

You are not bad with money — you're just one skill away from taking your power back.

Disclaimer: I am an educator, not your personal financial advisor. Please make sure to do your own research before moving forward with any actions discussed in this blog post. 

Know that all investments involve some form of risk and there is no guarantee that you will be successful in making, saving, or investing money; nor is there any guarantee that you won't experience any loss when investing. Always remember to make smart decisions and do your own research!