Meadowsweet Money Podcast
Tune in with Mimi Cirbusova, a Certified Financial Education Instructor (CFEI) and shame-free money mentor, for heart-centered money talks. Mimi combines the basics of financial literacy they didn't teach you in school with the deeper mindsets, emotions, and values guiding it all. This podcast for anyone that is tired of feeling queasy every time they look at their bank accounts, worries that a budget will lead to a boring life, and is tired of the typical financial “talking heads” that make you feel shame and guilt about the occasional latte.
Episodes
How can we set financial boundaries when talking about money already freaks us out? Mimi shares ideas to identify and set your boundaries about money. Later in the episode, she answers a Patron question about launching a business without going into debt, and meditates on why starting on a goal is the hardest step.
Mentioned in this episode:
What is financial abuse? (by FinAbility)
Mimi chats with career strategist, Grisel Scarantino, about navigating career transitions and evolutions from a heart-centered place. They also discuss how to get through periods of career confusion and break through the overwhelm. Plus, Mimi and Grisel share ideas on how to get started when launching a business feels right for you.
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Connect with Grisel on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/grisel...
Mimi talks about how we can plan ahead for the unexpectedly joyful expenses. And later, she shares the role fear plays in our decisions around money.
Mentioned in this episode:
- Get the twice monthly email newsletter on Substack: https://meadowsweetmoney.substack.com/
- Work with Mimi this summer: https://www.meadowsweetmoney.com/work-with-me/
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Mimi chats with radical professional astrologer, Kaycee Felton-Lui, about the connection of astrology to personal finance, and how we can use astrology to better understand and appreciate ourselves. They also discuss how Pluto in Aquarius will offer opportunities to transform our futures, and how we can be part of that process.
Mentioned in this episode:
- FREE Intro Workshop, "Climbing the Money Mountain" (June ...
Mimi discusses the nuances of teaching financial literacy, and why we need to advocate for more than just adding an elective to the curriculum. She also talks about why you should break up with your toxic bank, and what steps to take to make a change.
Mentioned in this episode:
- 2023 National Report Card on High School Financial Literacy
- Intergroup Monopoly Lesson Plan
- FREE Intro Workshop, "Climbin...
Mimi shares tips for talking about money with your romantic partner(s) so you can work together and stop fighting. Later in the episode, she shares why talking about money is a gift to everyone you know.
Mentioned in this episode:
- FREE Intro Workshop (June 13): https://www.meadowsweetmoney.com/money-mountain-intro-workshop/
- Struggle Meals Workshop: https://shorturl.at/buzDR
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Mimi sits down with Sam (WTF Is A Budget) to discuss the impacts of ADHD, BPD, and other neurodivergence on money management and why the old school methods rarely work. Sam shares tips on balancing our budget and our well-being, and how trauma influences our financial choices. Later, Mimi and Sam discuss ways to seek out professionals that honor our unique needs, and why insurance is not an investment.
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Mimi shares the in's and out's of deciding to pursue debt freedom and tips for staying motivated. Later in the episode, she shares a mindful money moment about financial self care.
Mentioned in this episode:
- Spending Triggers Seminar (April 24)
- How to visually track your money goals.
- Become a Patreon Supporter!
Links and Resources:
💌 Get Mimi’s monthly e-mail newsletter: http://eepurl.com/h3fB-f
Mimi sits down with Bruce McClary, Senior Vice President of Membership & Media Relations for the National Foundation for Credit Counseling (NFCC), to discuss the ways their member agencies can help anyone struggling with debt. Bruce also busts common myths, shares the wide range of services these programs can provide, and why their counselors are the gold standard for those seeking shame free support.
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In today's episode, Mimi gets serious about financial nihilism, and why hope is the most powerful tool we have to fighting back. And later, Mimi discusses how to disconnect your money mistakes from your identity to move forward with confidence.
Mentioned in this episode:
📝 Rewriting Your Money Mindsets workshop (March 7, 2024)
👓 "The World's a Mess. So They've Stopped Saving for Tomorrow" (New York Tim...
Mimi sits down with Hannah Bagnall of Hannah's Enchantments to discuss how to integrate joy, wonder, and everyday magic into your life...even when your budget is limited.
Mentioned in this episode:
🦄 Hannah’s Enchantments: https://www.hannahsenchantments.com/
📒 Grab a Seasonal Workbook: https://www.hannahsenchantments.com/category/all-products
💖 Follow Hannah on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hannahs_enchantments/
...Mimi discusses the ways our less-than-linear lives lead to "seasons" of spending, saving, and sustaining. And why it's time you finally forgive yourself for past money mistakes.
Mentioned in this episode:
- 🥳 Join the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/MeadowsweetMoney
- 🦄 Follow Hannah on Instagram: @hannahs_enchantments
Links and Resources:
- 💌 Get Mimi's monthly email newsletter: http://eep...
In today's episode, Mimi talks about why the conventional money "advice" is worth ignoring, and what actually matters in the long run. So buy yourself that latte.
Mentioned in this episode:
- 🥳 Join the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/MeadowsweetMoney
- FREE Intro Workshop: Climbing the Money Mountain
- 💸 Blog Post: Stop Should-ing Yourself
- Compound Interest Calculator: Investor.gov
Links and Re...
In this episode, Mimi shares her thoughts on how we might define financial success for ourselves (instead of what capitalism dictates), and why you're probably doing better than you give yourself credit for.
Mentioned in this episode:
- 🥳 Join the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/MeadowsweetMoney
- 💸 Blog Post: Healthy Financial Habits Checklist
Links and Resources:
It's Mimi's Birthday! Today she shares how to decode your dreams to make them a reality now, and why sinking funds are *magic*.
Mentioned in this episode:
- Sign up for the Patreon waitlist: https://www.patreon.com/MeadowsweetMoney
Links and Resources:
💌Get Mimi’s monthly e-mail newsletter: http://eepurl.com/h3fB-f
💰Work with Mimi: https://www.meadowsweetmoney.com/work-with-me/
Mimi shares ways of protecting yourself financially from fraud, scams, and too-good-to-be-true schemes.
Mentioned in this episode:
- 🥳 Join the Patreon Waitlist: patreon.com/MeadowsweetMoney
- 👀 Check your credit report for free: https://www.annualcreditreport.com/index.action
- 📞 National Do Not Call Registry: https://www.donotcall.gov/
- 🥶 How to do a credit freeze (Consumer Financial Protection Bureau): https://w...
Mimi describes the six criteria for an effective budget, and why "just make a budget" is bad advice. Plus, Mimi shares a special announcement coming in 2024. And take a Mindful Money Moment to reflect on why "feeling ready" is impossible.
Mentioned in this episode:
- 🥳 Join the Patreon Waitlist: patreon.com/MeadowsweetMoney
Links and Resources:
💌 Get Mimi’s monthly e-mail newsletter: http:...
In this episode, Mimi shares simple steps to face your financial fears and stop them from ruining your progress.
Mentioned in this episode:
🥳 Join the Patreon Waitlist: patreon.com/MeadowsweetMoney
Links and Resources:
💌 Get the free monthly email newsletter: http://eepurl.com/h3fB-f
✨ Get one-on-one support with money mentoring: https://www.meadowsweetmoney.com/work-with-me/
🖥️ Read the latest blog post: htt...
Mimi discusses considerations before starting a side-hustle, and some of the hidden costs associated with increasing your income. She also shares a list of questions to use before making unplanned purchases.
Mentioned in this episode:
- Postcrossing
- Postcards to Voters
- USPS Informed Delivery
- FREE Intro Workshop (Oct. 22): "Climbing the Money Mountain"
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