11. A Way to Budget Without the Guilt w/ Maureen Paley, MSW, AFC®

This week, we’re diving into a budgeting convo with Maureen Paley, MSW, AFC®, a financial coach and fellow social worker who brings both financial savviness and deep empathy. With a background in investment management and social work, Maureen gets the unique money struggles of our field and is here to help us reframe how we think about budgeting. We talk about the emotional side of money, why shame is so tied to our financial habits, and tips on how to manage your budget once you've created one. Takeaways From This Episode: Why budgeting feels restrictive and how to shift that mindset Why budgeting is not one-size-fits-all (and that’s okay!) The power of money dates and checking in with yourself regularly The importance of joy and sustainability in your financial plan Why you don’t need to choose between paying off debt or saving Mentioned resources: Check out the affiliated blog post for the full list of resources mentioned in this episode and the unedited transcript. Social Work to Wealth Newsletter — a newsletter for the social worker wanting to level up their career and money. Find Social Work to Wealth on: Instagram , Youtube , Facebook , and Pinterest . Disclaimer: The information presented in this podcast & on any affiliated platforms are for educational, informational, & entertainment purposes only and should not be construed as legal, financial, or professional advice. Consuming this content does not create an attorney-client relationship. If you need legal advice pertaining to your particular situation, consult one-on-one with an attorney.