Money and Motherhood: How to Make More, Stress Less, and Enjoy What Matters Most
Are you torn between working more to ease financial stress — and staying home to soak up these precious years with your little one? You’re not alone.
In this episode, I respond to a heartfelt question from a listener navigating this exact crossroads. We explore how to reset your relationship with money, get honest about what you actually need, and find ways to earn more in alignment with your current season of motherhood — without burning out or missing the moments that matter.
You’ll walk away with clarity, grounded insight, and soul-nourishing prompts to help you take your next right step.
🌱 IN THIS EPISODE:
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The two most important jobs in the world
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Why more money doesn’t have to mean more stress
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What it could look like to make money joyfully
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How to work with your current season of motherhood
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The “Effective Hourly Rate” exercise that might change everything
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How to have fun with money again
✨ REFLECTION PROMPTS:
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Where in your life is there already enough?
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How do you speak about money — to yourself and others?
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What does “freedom to have more fun” really mean to you?
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How much money do you actually need to feel less stress?
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What could change if you made more money in a way that feels:
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Fun
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Nourishing
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Energizing
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Aligned with motherhood
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💫 TRY THIS:
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Create a simple pleasures list
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Write a letter to money — and let it write you back
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Start a weekly or biweekly money date
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Recalculate your “Effective Hourly Rate”
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Be in the inquiry of: How could this be easier and more joyful?
✨ Want to take this work deeper?
Connect with me to explore the 90-Day Sacred Money Reset, available 1:1 or in a small group setting. It’s a powerful way to realign your money life with your soul, your values, and your current season of motherhood.
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With love & light,
Melissa
@melissacolleret