RELATIONSHIPS: How is your relationship with money?

We talk about money constantly—how to save it, make it, manage it, invest it. But for all our conversations about cash, there’s something we rarely discuss: our personal relationship with money and how comfortable we are with it.

You might be raising an eyebrow. Relationship? But if you want to become truly wealthy, your comfort level with this “relationship” could be the missing key.

The Unseen Influence: How You Feel About Money

Every day, our thoughts and feelings shape how we interact with the world—and money is no exception. If your stomach tightens at the sight of your credit card bill, or you feel uncomfortable asking for a raise, you’re experiencing your relationship with money firsthand. The truth is, people who achieve financial freedom often approach money differently. They’re comfortable with it—not just handling it, but talking about it, asking for it, and letting it move in and out of their lives.

What Does “Relationship with Money” Mean?

Every financial decision you make—earning, spending, saving, and investing—reflects (and shapes) your relationship with money. When you see money as a tool, a resource to work with rather than a source of stress or shame, you unlock powerful shifts in your mindset. Scarcity turns into possibility. Fear becomes confidence. Guilt transforms into gratitude.

Getting Comfortable: The First Shift

Here’s the controversial part: to attract wealth, you must get comfortable with your relationship with money—free from guilt, shame, or anxiety. This means:

• Talking about money openly with family and friends.
  

• Celebrating financial wins (without feeling “greedy”).
  

• Investing in yourself without apology, recognizing you are your greatest asset.
  

• Letting go of shame about what you don’t know and seeking out financial education.
  

The Ripple Effect

The more at ease you are with earning, receiving, and even spending money, the more positive financial opportunities seem to come your way. This isn’t magic—it’s all about your relationship with money. When you feel worthy of abundance and trust yourself, you pursue bigger goals, make smarter decisions, and notice opportunities others may overlook.

A Challenge for You

This week, pay attention to how you feel when you handle money. Are you tense? Avoidant? Guilty? Try shifting those feelings toward curiosity and confidence. You might be surprised how quickly your financial reality—and your overall relationship with wealth—starts to change.

Becoming wealthy is about more than numbers and spreadsheets. Sometimes, the secret is building a healthy, comfortable relationship with money itself.