Facing Financial Fears

My eight-step approach to changing your financial future really works. In more than thirty years as a Financial Advisor and Certified Financial Planner, I’ve guided many people on the path away from fear and led them to a secure, free, joyous, and peaceful money life. I’ve also learned so much in my own life, not only as a professional, but as an athlete, entrepreneur, mother, wife, friend – and survivor. I’ve dealt with a crushing, life-changing accident, struggled with infertility and dark nights without hope, and, like so many of you, a painful divorce. We are not so different, you and I – no matter your income. In fact, you don’t need a lot of money to walk this path and achieve great results. You only need curiosity, courage, determination, and the commitment to devote a few minutes a day to working through the exercises I present here. They’ll help you reflect on your economic perspectives and take simple, clear actions to rewire your behavior and achieve a healthier, happier life.

My eight-step approach to changing your financial future really works. In more than thirty years as a Financial Advisor and Certified Financial Planner, I've guided many people on the path away from fear and led them to a secure, free, joyous, and peaceful money life. I've also learned so much in my own life, not only as a professional, but as an athlete, entrepreneur, mother, wife, friend - and survivor. I've dealt with a crushing, life-changing accident, struggled with infertility and dark nights without hope, and, like so many of you, a painful divorce. We are not so different, you and I - no matter your income. In fact, you don't need a lot of money to walk this path and achieve great results. You only need curiosity, courage, determination, and the commitment to devote a few minutes a day to working through the exercises I present here. They'll help you reflect on your economic perspectives and take simple, clear actions to rewire your behavior and achieve a healthier, happier life. "Women need to believe in themselves, and establishing a solid financial foundation is the key to a happier life. Take control of your money or it will take control of you. Sarah Carlson will show you how to take control." Sharon L. Lechter, author and businesswoman. She is the co-author of Rich Dad Poor Dad, and the founder and CEO of Pay Your Family First, a financial education organization. "Facing Financial Fears: 8 Steps to Financial Freedom for Women by Sarah L. Carlson will pick you up, shake you up, and snap you out of whatever might be holding you back to financial freedom." Susan MacKenty Brady, Co-Author of Arrive and Thrive "Sarah's book has found a way to approach personal finance in a way that is systematic but also beautifully human. Her book makes me feel like someone I can trust has my back in this intimidating world of money and has helped me have the courage to take action on my finances today. If you are ready for change this book is it." Angelia Trinidad, Businesswoman, Entrepreneur, Millennial Influencer, Founder of Passion Planner  "Facing Financial Fears: 8 Steps to Financial Freedom for Women by Sarah Carlson is a great antidote for anxiety. Take her advice and find your path to financial freedom." Stephen Kiesling, Editor at Large, Spirituality & Health, Author of The Shell Game

Small business owners and entrepreneurs often face big money fears. Whether it is the fear of not making money, of not knowing what to do with the money they make or the fear of being financially responsible for staff. The fear is real, and it is often the result of not knowing all the options available. Award-winning Finance Broker, Nancy Youssef, shares her experience and the insight she has gained after helping thousands of clients, many small business owners, take control of their financial destiny. From thinking outside of the bank, understanding all the finance options available, to simple daily actions that help keep your financial goals on track. In the later chapters of her book, Nancy shares her experiences of how she has found purpose in Australia and overseas. Locally, she has mentored hundreds of women in the finance industry. Fear.Money.Purpose. is for any business owner or entrepreneur wanting to know what life is like beyond the money fears that so often hold them back.

DISCOVER HOW THE PLEASURE PRINCIPLE CAN HELP YOU MAKE A PROFIT, ESTABLISH A SECURE FINANCIAL FOUNDATION, AND CREATE A PROSPEROUS FUTURE FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. Making money can be a fun, fascinating, creative enterprise. Phil Laut, whose financial seminars have helped thousands of men and women from all walks of life dramatically increase their incomes, demonstrates how you can overcome the principle obstacles to making money: guilt, fear, and feelings of helplessness or pressure. Once you have made money your friend, you'll discover that increasing your income is a simple matter of using your imagination. Inside this unique book, you'll find exercises and self-tests to help you understand and utilize - The four Laws of Wealth - The helpful six-step method for developing a purpose in life - The simple seven-stage plan for finding the perfect career - Twelve ideal techniques for creating a new self-image - Fifteen priceless affirmations to change the way you think about money - And much more!

Get Rich, Don't Bitch Today, more than ever before, wealth is something every woman has the power to create. Yet Jean Chatzky constantly hears all the excuses why women can’t and don’t master their money. Now, she reveals the secrets and the strategies she created to take control of her own money–strategies through which she gained her “money confidence.” It’s time for you to find yours! In Make Money, Not Excuses Jean shares these valuable lessons: • Where to start • How to get over your “I’m not smart enough to deal with money” feelings • Why being a “good-enough investor” will make more money for you in the long-term (while trying to be a “great investor” will drive you crazy) • How (and where) to save your money • Why women make better investors––and higher returns––than men • How to track where you’re overspending • How to pay off your debt Jean is unsurpassed in her ability to explain money and investing in simple, straightforward ways. Here she breaks down the scariest parts of dealing with money–from investing in stocks to saving for your retirement–and makes them practical, easy, empowering, and, yes, even enjoyable. This is your road map to real wealth. “Chatzky writes like the smart, candid best friend you wish you had.” –Newsweek

When the only son of a shrewd loan shark and bookie opts for a career in the financial world, there's MUCH to be learned about money. Wisdom and dirty little secrets spill forth as money is talked about from both sides of the coin. Tomorrow's financial success depends on how well you manage those dollars today. This book is heap full of seldom known facts and practical helps. People from every socio-economic level are given opportunity to better understand the big world of finance, slay financial fears and benefit from good money management skills. Readers will discover ways to lessen anxiety over money that can protect a family's financial future for generations to come. This one-of-a-kind book is perfect for those who are tired of the status quo and ready to know what's really happening behind the scenes of the economy at home and around the world. This book is for anyone who is determined to do whatever it takes to shape a positive financial future.

Dr. Briles has the moves for women to attain the financial "S's"--safety, security, solvency, simplicity, solutions, and smarts. She explains how to create financial freedom by confronting and avoiding the financial pitfalls that often act as obstacles for women. Charts.

People use credit cards to buy groceries, go shopping, and do many other things. They use credit cards like candy. When people get their credit card bills, they pay the minimum amount due because they become scared and afraid that they will spend more than they have. These obsessive compulsive spenders spend money for absolutely no reason. Most credit card companies give consumers credit card offers because they know that consumers will accept them, especially around Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. Up to 75 percent of people who pay the minimum amount due have debt on credit cards. Paying the minimum amount on a $1,000 balance can lead to more than $500 in finance charges. Credit card companies charge 14-30 percent in interest. Having more than $5,000 in credit card debt could end up costing more than $10,000.