Avoiding Your Finances? Here’s Why That’s Totally Normal — and How to Move Past It

Let’s be honest — looking at your finances can feel really uncomfortable. Maybe you’ve avoided opening certain emails. Maybe you haven’t checked your account balance in weeks. Or maybe you’ve told yourself, “I’ll deal with it later,” more times than you can count.

If this sounds like you, please hear this:
You are not lazy, irresponsible, or broken.
Avoiding your money is normal — especially if you’re overwhelmed, in transition, or have never been taught how to manage it.

Many women I work with carry shame, fear, or anxiety when it comes to money. Some stayed out of financial decisions during marriage. Others are rebuilding after divorce or a big life change. And many have been told they’re “bad with money” — when really, they just haven’t had the right support.

Here’s the truth:
Avoidance is just a protective response. It’s your brain’s way of saying, “This feels too big to face.” But that doesn’t mean you can’t move forward.

That’s where money coaching can help.

In a safe, judgment-free space, we work together to:

• Understand your relationship with money — where it comes from, what’s triggering you

• Break things into small, manageable steps

• Build tools for budgeting, organizing, and planning that actually feel doable

• Replace fear with clarity — and avoidance with action

You don’t have to fix everything overnight. But you do deserve to feel confident, in control, and supported.

If you’re ready to stop avoiding and start taking small, empowered steps — I’m here to guide you.