The Overcoming Overspending Podcast

What if most of your emotional suffering isn't coming from your circumstances—but from the way you're responding to them? In this episode, Paige unpacks the life-changing concept of clean pain vs. dirty pain—a framework that helps you understand the difference between necessary pain that expands you and self-created suffering that keeps you stuck. You'll learn: The key difference between clean and dirty emotional pain Why feeling your feelings isn't the same as suffering The five ways we unknowingly create unnecessary emotional pain (and how to stop) How to allow emotional discomfort without buffering, blaming, or resisting reality This conversation will change how you see emotional pain forever. When you can recognize the difference between what's happening to you and what you're creating for yourself, you unlock a new level of peace, power, and emotional freedom. Because pain is inevitable—but suffering is optional. If you resonated with this episode, explore Elevate, Paige's emotional mastery workshop for women ready to stop emotional shopping and start emotional healing. You can use the code "OOPOD100" at checkout to get $100 off your investment. Work with Paige: Join my Elevate Workshop: End Emotional Shopping & Expand Your Inner Wealth Use the code "OOPOD100" at checkout to get $100 off your investment Join Overcoming Overspending HERE Connect with Paige Online: Her Website IG: @overcoming_overspending TikTok: @overcoming_overspending Subscribe to Paige's YouTube Channel

In this eye-opening episode of the Overcoming Overspending Podcast, Paige reveals the deeper emotional layers behind every purchase you make. Whether it's a $22 smoothie, a new planner, or luxury skincare, you're not just buying a product—you're buying a promise. Paige walks you through the 5 Ps of purchasing and introduces powerful new shopper archetypes like The Fixer, The Prover, and The Chameleon, helping you decode your spending habits on a whole new level. If you've ever wondered why you want what you want—or if that thing you're craving is really the solution—it's time to pull back the curtain and get radically honest. This episode will forever change how you shop, what you value, and how you build emotional resilience with your money. Work with Paige: ONLINE MASTERCLASS: Why smart, successful women overspend - and what really works the break the cycle Join Overcoming Overspending HERE Connect with Paige Online: Her Website IG: @overcoming_overspending TikTok: @overcoming_overspending Subscribe to Paige's YouTube Channel

You’ve been told that more money means more freedom, that success brings security, and that buying what you want will make you feel better. But what if everything you believed about money... is wrong? In this episode, Paige peels back the curtain on 10 deeply ironic truths about money — moments where what we expect from spending, saving, or earning completely contradicts what we actually experience. These aren’t abstract theories; they’re the hidden emotional patterns that can quietly sabotage even the smartest, most successful women. From why your daily latte might be dulling your joy to why earning more could be making you feel less safe — this episode is a must-listen if you’ve ever found yourself confused, disappointed, or thinking, “Why doesn’t this feel as good as it should?” Whether you're just starting to shift your money story or you've already hit your biggest goals, this episode offers a mirror, a mindset shift, and a moment of relief. Because it’s not just about what you have — it’s about how you experience what you have. Work with Paige: ONLINE MASTERCLASS: Why smart, successful women overspend - and what really works the break the cycle Join Overcoming Overspending HERE Connect with Paige Online: Her Website IG: @overcoming_overspending TikTok: @overcoming_overspending Subscribe to Paige's YouTube Channel

Do you secretly believe the more expensive or extravagant the gift, the more love it shows? In this episode, Paige pulls back the curtain on the gift-giving guilt spiral that fuels so much unnecessary overspending — especially during the holidays. She explores why we associate “meaningful” with “expensive” or “voluminous,” how our culture reinforces that belief, and why even thoughtful gift-givers can feel depleted, resentful, or broke. You’ll learn: • Why we confuse financial sacrifice with emotional significance • The surprising science of what recipients actually value most • How to give (and receive) gifts without losing yourself in the process Whether you're a gift-lover or gift-averse, this episode will help you untangle your spending from your self-worth — and finally take back control of your gift-giving with clarity, compassion, and intention. 🎧 Plus: Paige shares a budgeting hack that makes year-round gifting feel stress-free and shame-free. Work with Paige: ONLINE MASTERCLASS: Why smart, successful women overspend - and what really works the break the cycle Join Overcoming Overspending HERE Connect with Paige Online: Her Website IG: @overcoming_overspending TikTok: @overcoming_overspending Subscribe to Paige's YouTube Channel

Is your spending starting to feel… a little out of control? Like you’ve gone from “just one thing” to “how did we get here?” In today’s episode, Paige breaks down what she calls the Spending Snowball — a powerful (and surprisingly common) psychological spiral that turns one small, innocent purchase into a runaway avalanche of overspending. You’ll learn how to spot the signs early, understand the deeper psychological patterns at play (like the Diderot Effect), and the exact steps to stop the spiral — with compassion, not shame. Whether it’s the holidays, a vacation, a big life change, or you just “checked out” for a bit, this episode will help you slow down the momentum and take back control — one grounded, conscious choice at a time. Plus: Paige shares the surprising mindset shifts that can make all the difference. Work with Paige: ONLINE MASTERCLASS: Why smart, successful women overspend - and what really works the break the cycle Join Overcoming Overspending HERE Connect with Paige Online: Her Website IG: @overcoming_overspending TikTok: @overcoming_overspending Subscribe to Paige's YouTube Channel

Credit cards aren’t the enemy—but how you use them determines whether they work for you or against you. In this episode, Paige breaks down how to build a healthy, empowered relationship with credit cards so they become a tool for your financial growth instead of a trap keeping you stuck in overspending, stress, and guilt. You’ll learn: • The six essential habits of women who use credit cards responsibly (without slipping into debt) • Why paying your cards off in full doesn’t always mean you’re in the clear • How to spot if you’re secretly living in the “credit card float” • The mindset shifts that break emotional attachment to credit cards so you can finally feel free and in control again If you’ve ever told yourself, “But I pay them off every month,” or “I just use them for the points,” this episode will change the way you think about credit cards forever. It’s time to use credit cards in a way that supports your goals, your peace, and your financial power. Work with Paige: Join Crush Your Credit Card Debt Use code OOPOD50 at checkout to get 50% off your investment ONLINE MASTERCLASS: Why smart, successful women overspend - and what really works the break the cycle Join Overcoming Overspending HERE Resources mentioned in this episode: Start a free 34-day trial with my favorite budgting software, YNAB (You Need A Budget) and get a free month when you subscribe Connect with Paige Online: Her Website IG: @overcoming_overspending TikTok: @overcoming_overspending Subscribe to Paige's YouTube Channel

What if your life didn’t have to be a trade-off? CEO, mom of four, and “Life of And” creator Tiffany Sauder joins me this week to share a practical, compassionate way to stop living in either/or and start building a full, values-aligned life where self, career, and family coexist. We talk about starting with “triage” (fix the thing causing the most bleed first), the power of explicit agreements at home (like setting a clear cap on travel nights), and Tiffany’s Venn-diagram model for creating “decided harmony” across the three big circles: Self, Career, and Family. You’ll learn to spot the three alter-egos that pull you out of balance—the Grumpy Servant, the Lonely Achiever, and the Fearful Loyalist—and how to course-correct with minimums, boundaries, and simple scripts your family can rally around. This is an empowering, rubber-meets-road conversation for high-capacity women who want abundance without burnout—and fewer overspending band-aids along the way. Find and Work with Tiffany: Her Website Follow Her On IG: @tiffany.sauder Listen To Her Podcast: Life of And Podcast Join The Life of And Academy Work with Paige: ONLINE MASTERCLASS: Why smart, successful women overspend - and what really works the break the cycle Join Overcoming Overspending HERE Connect with Paige Online: Her Website IG: @overcoming_overspending TikTok: @overcoming_overspending Subscribe to Paige's YouTube Channel

That overflowing cart isn’t just stuff—it’s an attempt to buy a future version of you. In this solo episode, Paige breaks down aspirational spending: purchases you make to “become” someone you’re not (yet), why it drains your money and self-worth, and how to pivot to aligned, identity-rooted choices. In this episode, you’ll learn: How Maslow’s Hierarchy shows up in our carts (and why self-actualization gets hijacked by shopping). The self-discrepancy gap—and why overspenders feel it more intensely. The two core problems with aspirational buys The “sprinkles-not-sundae” principle: how your purchases should be supportive, not transformative. Paige’s rule that’s saved her thousands: Give Yourself The Proof Before You Make A Purchase If you’re ready to stop outsourcing growth to handbags and gadgets—and start building it from the inside out—this episode is your roadmap. Share the episode and tag @overcoming_overspending. If it helped, a quick rating/review on Apple or Spotify means the world. 💛 Work with Paige: ONLINE MASTERCLASS: Why smart, successful women overspend - and what really works the break the cycle Join Overcoming Overspending HERE Connect with Paige Online: Her Website IG: @overcoming_overspending TikTok: @overcoming_overspending Subscribe to Paige's YouTube Channel

Do you ever feel like you can’t trust yourself with money—or even with the promises you make to yourself? You’re not alone. In this episode of the Overcoming Overspending Podcast, I sit down with self-trust expert Emily Romero, creator of the Self-Trust Model and author of You Can Trust Yourself. Together, we unpack why self-trust is the foundation of real change—and how rebuilding it can completely transform your relationship with money, spending, and yourself. Emily shares her powerful Self-Trust Compass, a four-part framework that helps you: Get radically honest about where you are (and where you want to go) Learn to keep (and break) the right promises with integrity Regulate your nervous system so you can tell the difference between anxiety and intuition Truly know yourself so you stop outsourcing decisions—and start trusting your own wisdom If overspending has left you second-guessing yourself, stuck in shame, or feeling like you’ll never follow through, this conversation will show you why the path back to financial peace starts with self-trust. Because when you trust yourself—you can handle anything life (or your bank account) throws at you. 💕 Find and Work with Emily: Her Website Buy Her Book: You Can Trust Yourself Listen To Her Podcast: The Self-Trust Podcast Work with Paige: ONLINE MASTERCLASS: Why smart, successful women overspend - and what really works the break the cycle Join Overcoming Overspending HERE Connect with Paige Online: Her Website IG: @overcoming_overspending TikTok: @overcoming_overspending Subscribe to Paige's YouTube Channel

We’ve all made money mistakes—some small, some that feel too big to speak aloud. In this episode, we’re tackling one of the hardest but most powerful parts of your financial transformation: forgiveness. If you’ve ever felt weighed down by shame, regret, or self-judgment over past money decisions, this is the episode you didn’t know you needed. Paige breaks down: Why we’ve been conditioned to see failure as a reflection of our worth How the “money rulebook” may be keeping you stuck A reframe that turns financial failure into feedback A powerful four-step process for finding forgiveness and moving forward You’ll walk away with a new lens on your past mistakes—and more importantly, the tools to release them so you can move forward with clarity, confidence, and self-compassion. Because your growth doesn’t come in spite of your failures. It comes through them. Work with Paige: ONLINE MASTERCLASS: Why smart, successful women overspend - and what really works the break the cycle Join Overcoming Overspending HERE Connect with Paige Online: Her Website IG: @overcoming_overspending TikTok: @overcoming_overspending Subscribe to Paige's YouTube Channel

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Grief doesn’t just show up as sadness—it shows up in your focus, your energy, your relationships… and your bank account. In this deeply compassionate episode, I’m joined by grief counselor Edie Alvarez to explore the intersection of loss and spending—and how unprocessed grief can quietly shape your financial decisions in ways you may not even realize. Whether you’ve lost a loved one, a version of your life, or even a long-held identity, this episode offers space, understanding, and strategy. Edie and I cover: What grief really is—and why it’s not just about losing people The 5 stages of grief (and how we unintentionally compound our own pain) “Anticipatory grief” and “grief brain”—and how they disrupt your focus, finances, and sense of control Edie’s favorite tools to interrupt emotional overspending when you’re grieving What not to say (and what to do instead) when someone you love is experiencing loss All of Edie's information can be found in the shownotes below. Enjoy! Connect and Work with Edie: Her Website Buy Her Book: Do You Know The Way? A Mother's Guide To Love, Loss, and Healing

Your career isn’t just a paycheck, it’s a reflection of your identity, your values, and your power. In this episode, I’m joined by Certified Career Coach Meghan McCaffery to talk about one of the most pivotal (and paralyzing) questions we can face on our wealth building journies: What do I do when I know this job isn’t it, but I don’t know what’s next? If you’ve been feeling stuck, misaligned, or quietly spiraling at work, this conversation will help you reconnect to your purpose, your confidence, and your next move. Inside the episode, we cover: The biggest mindset blocks that stop women from making the career transitions they know they need The five stages of career happiness and fulfillment, and how to know which one you’re in right now Clear signs it’s time to pivot, and how to tell what kind of pivot is right for you What to do when you’re unclear on what you’re “meant” to be doing next Practical steps to start exiting a draining job today, without blowing up your life Whether the “dream job” even exists and what it really looks like for high-achieving women who want more than just a salary Your work should energize you, not exhaust you. You’re allowed to want more and this episode will help you claim it. All of Meghan's information can be found in the shownotes below. Enjoy! Connect and Work with Meghan: Her Website Listen to her Podcast: Your Career, Your Life Download Her Free Guide: Your First Steps To A New Career Where to Follow Meghan: LinkedIn | Instagram

You’ve heard the warnings about overspending. But what if the real block to your wealth is… not spending enough? In this episode, I’m joined by Michela Allocca, the founder of Break Your Budget, to explore something rarely talked about in the financial world: the art of splurging. We dive deep into how spending more in the areas that light you up and less in the ones that you don’t isn't reckless, it's strategic. Inside the episode with Michela, we cover: How she shifted from chronic underspending to a relationship with money rooted in trust, pleasure, and abundance. Why underspending can be just as damaging as overspending—and how both come from the same scarcity-driven patterns. The mindset behind intentional splurging—and how to decide where your money creates the most value and joy. A behind-the-scenes look at Michela’s real-life “splurge strategy,” including where she spends with intention and where she consciously saves. If you’ve ever felt guilty for spending—or afraid to enjoy the money you work hard for—this episode will reframe everything. All of Michela's information can be found in the shownotes below. Enjoy! Connect and Work with Michela: Her Website Listen to her Podcast: Don't Depend on Daddy Buy A Copy of Her Book: Own Your Money Buy A Copy of Her Book: Own Your Career Where to Follow Michela: YouTube | Instagram | TikTok Listen to my appearance on Michela's podcast where we chat all about overcoming overspending

If you’ve been carrying the weight of debt—quietly, shamefully, and alone—this episode is your invitation to lay it down and start fresh. In this detailed and empowering conversation, I sit down with Leslie Tayne, an attorney and the auhtor of Life & Debt. Leslie has spent over 20 years helping people shift their mindset around debt and she believes debt doesn’t have to be a source of shame but something we can manage with confidence. Together, we unpack the truth about debt—not as a moral failure, but as a solvable piece of your wealth-building journey. Inside the episode, we explore: How to shift from avoidance and anxiety into acceptance and clear action Why the path to debt freedom isn’t one-size-fits-all—and how to find what actually works for you The first small but powerful steps you can take to stop spiraling and start stabilizing The biggest debt mistakes high-achieving women make (and what to do instead) A real conversation on credit cards: perks, points, and whether they’re worth the cost The do’s and don’ts of debt settlement (including red flags and realities) How to know when it’s time to bring in professional support—and who you can actually trust Whether your debt feels like a dull background hum or a daily panic, this episode will leave you feeling seen, equipped, and grounded in your power. All of Leslie's information can be found in the shownotes below. Enjoy! Connect and Work with Leslie: Her Website Buy A Copy of Her Book: Life & Debt Where to Follow Leslie: Facebook | Instagram | TikTok

If you’ve ever felt like you “should be further along by now” but can’t quite figure out why you keep spiraling back into the same patterns—this episode is for you. In today’s conversation, we’re unpacking four sneaky stories that high-achieving women like you unknowingly carry—stories that keep your life, your money, and your potential small and stagnant. These aren’t just passing thoughts.They are power sentences that are driving the results you're able to create with your money and elsewhere. It's the self-talk that quietly drives your choices, your bank account, and your self-trust. We’re diving into: The “I’m bad at this” belief that shuts you down before you even try The “I can’t have that” story that makes you opt out of the life you secretly want The “It’s not working” loop that keeps you hopping from one quick fix to the next And the “I can’t handle this” pattern that leaves you outsourcing your power to purchases, panic, or procrastination This episode will help you name the narratives that have been running the show—so you can rewrite them with clarity, compassion, and power. It’s time to stop outsourcing your peace, your money, and your potential to outdated stories. Let’s shift the script.

If you’ve ever found yourself with a closet full of clothes and nothing to wear—or wondering why your latest haul still leaves you feeling unsatisfied—this episode is for you. This week on the podcast I'm joined by Christina Mychas, a second-time guest on the show and the founder of Minimalist-ish. Christina is a YouTuber, author, wardrobe stylist and pharmacist who specializes in exploring the intersection between intentional living, intentional spending and intentional personal style. In this conversation, Christina and I explore the deeper layers of personal style, spending, and identity with a fresh lens. Together we unpack why a passion for style isn’t frivolous or superficial but rather foundational when done with intention. Christina and I cover: Why investing in your style isn’t a waste—it’s a mirror of who you are becoming How to uncover your personal style without getting swept up in seasonal trends What to consider before adding a new piece to your wardrobe The phases your closet goes through—and how to navigate them without overspending How strategic spending upfront can reduce impulse buys and save you thousands Tips for extending the life, value, and joy of the pieces you already love This episode is a guide for the woman ready to move beyond fast fashion and quick fixes—and into clarity, confidence, and embodied wealth through what she wears. All of Christina's information can be found in the shownotes below. Enjoy! Connect and Work with Christina: Her Website Listen to her podcast: Friendship Forward Watch Her YouTube Channel Follow Her on Instagram: @christina.mychas Buy A Copy of Her Minimalist-ish Journal

How much of your life, time, and money are you giving away to your phone and to social media apps? For the average person, it's two hours and twenty minutes each day. That's one waking day each week that goes towards your phone. In this week's episode we are diving into the world of social media. How it's impacting your time, mental well-being, and wallet and then also exploring how you can put boundaries in place with your scroll time while simultaneously breaking the scroll-to-spend cycle. If you're loving the podcast please take a couple of minutes to leave a review of the show, and if you're wanting to take the work we do on the podcast deeper, you can always join us inside my Overcoming Overspending group coaching program.

Are you raising a future millionaire, or uninentionally setting your child up for a future of financial struggle, hardship, or entitlement down the line? To breakdown this conversation I'm welcome Rachel Rodgers on the show, the Author of Future Millionaire: A Young Person's Step-by-Step Guide To Making Wealth Inevitable. Rachel is an entrepreneur, investor, and founder of a multi-million dollar company called Hello Seven. Her message behind Future Millionaire is clear: that building wealth, even at a young age, is not just a pipe-dream, but an attainable reality that is within reach with belief, a realistic plan, and executing that plan over time. In our conversation Rachel and I discuss: Connect and Work With Rachel Below: Buy Her Book: Future Millionaire: A Young Person's Step-by-Step Guide To Making Wealth Inevitable Check out her website Follow Her On Instagram

Making sure your child is college ready can be an overwhelming, confusing, and illusive process. How do you know if your child is college ready? What should you and your child be focusing on to ensure they are competitive and stand out throughout the admissions process? When should you even start thinking about college for your child and what are common pitfalls you need to avoid? These questions and more are the focus of this week's episode with the founder and CEO of College Ready, Shellee Howard. Shellee is a Certified Independent College Strategist and a best-selling author. She helps students gain admission to their best-fit colleges—often debt-free. Shellee has guided hundreds of students worldwide to top universities, ensuring they graduate debt-free and land jobs they love and she's on a mission to help one million families get into their dream school and graduate without debt. In this episdoe Shellee and I discuss: If you'd like to connect with Shellee or College Ready, you can do so by using all of the links below. Enjoy! Connect and Work with Shellee & College Ready: The College Ready Website Follow College Ready on Instagram: @collegereadyplan Buy Her Book: How To Send Your Student To College Without Losing Your Mind or Your Money Buy Her Book: The College Admissions Plan, Simplified Book a complimentary college strategy call START HERE: FREE MASTERCLASS: Why You Impulse Shop & How To Stop Get Paige’s Money Recommendations Work with Paige: Join Overcoming Overspending HERE Use code “MLP30” at checkout to save $30 on your first month inside the program Where you can find Paige online: Website: https://www.overcomingoverspending.com Instagram: @overcoming_overspending TikTok: @overcoming_overspending