Episode 20: Money is the Root of All Good with Lisa Michelle Zega
Welcome back to the Holistic Money Podcast! Today's episode features an exceptional guest, Lisa Michelle Zega, who I am thrilled to have on the show. Lisa Michelle and I met a few years ago, and now she is a member of the Holistic Money Program. Not only is she an amazing person, but she is also a life coach who helps Christian women process grief and heavy emotions. We'll discuss her money story, how she joined the program, and the positive changes she's made in her financial life. Let's dive into this exciting conversation about all things money with Lisa Michelle.
Key highlights
[00:00:00] Holistic Money Podcast intro
[00:00:58] Introduction to today’s speaker: Lisa Michelle Zega
[00:02:15] Lisa’s money story
[00:03:13] Lisa and her husband’s challenges as it related to money
[00:07:08] Why Lisa decided to join the Holistic Money Program when she did
[00:13:29] What historically has been Lisa’s challenge with money?
[00:22:16] Best experiences from the Holistic Money Program
[00:33:02] What is Financial freedom, according to Lisa?
[00:35:22] Is Lisa financially free today?
[00:37:48] What Lisa has gained from money that she’s grateful for today
[00:40:53] Lisa’s advice to anyone who wants to have financial freedom
[00:42:39] How to connect with Lisa
Notable Quotes
Joining the Holistic Money course made me realize the benefits of joining earlier, especially when finances were tight. Even then, there was room for improvement and opportunities for integration.
Recognizing my own story, I've noticed a common tendency with money where we tend to exaggerate our financial difficulties, hindering us from seeing the opportunities available. While ignoring the issue feels safer, confronting it helped me see the potential for celebration.
My adult experiences have taught me that my upbringing and early years have significantly impacted my financial mindset. I want my business to provide financial access to people from all backgrounds, enabling them to achieve wealth, freedom, and self-expression.
Money isn't meant for hoarding but for flowing through us as we become stewards to build the life we want and shape the world. Money is power.
I'm proud of our conversations in the Holistic Money Program, where I learned to face my self-rejection and differences with my partner. Through it, we built trust and strengthened our relationship toward fulfilling our dreams.
Money as a place of love doesn't mean always agreeing with your partner or having a fairy tale experience. It's about holding space, acknowledging each other's financial wounds, and sharing thoughts. Despite our money wounds, we support each other.
The Holistic Money course takes a comprehensive approach, considering our humanity, history with money, and partners. It's a full and welcoming invitation to be human around money.
Finance experts say financial freedom means having enough money to create passive income and avoid daily work. However, I believe it's a state of mind and a feeling in your body associated with money.
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