What would it look like if you thanked your younger self instead of judging her? What if the choices you made years ago were actually gifts to your future self?
In this heartfelt episode of The Independent Mom, I share reflections inspired by my time at Patrice Washington’s Redefining Wealth Live—a transformational event that pushed me to revisit how I’ve built my life, career, and finances over the last five years.
This isn’t just about money—it’s about how we honor our past choices, embrace our growth, and create a financial safety net that gives us the freedom to rest, reimagine, and redefine what success looks like.
Inside the episode, I walk through:
- The power of writing a letter to your younger self—and why gratitude is more healing than judgment.
- How I built financial safety nets that gave me the courage to take a sabbatical, leave corporate, and eventually launch my own business.
- The mindset shifts that helped me move from corporate exhaustion to entrepreneurial freedom.
- Why money, mindset, and mission are the three pillars that every woman needs to create lasting financial independence.
This episode is your reminder that the choices you’re making today are future gifts to yourself.
I’m hosting a Safety Net Setup Session next week! If you’re curious about how to create your own plan to step away from work without financial stress, click the link to register and join the session.
Podcast Links:
- Connect with Arielle: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arielledeane/
- Instagram: @theindependentmom https://www.instagram.com/theindependentmom/
- Website: www.arielledeane.com
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