When women come to me for money coaching, they are often shocked by what I don’t tell them to do. If you are struggling with your finances or lacking a clear plan, the default solution is to restrict, trim, eliminate, and benchmark. There’s a long list of “musts” to follow if you want to get out of your financial hole or on the path to a secure future.

Have you ever stopped to consider how your brain impacts your money mindset and financial decisions? As a money mindset coach, I know that our brains play a crucial role in determining how we manage our money. One of the most fascinating aspects of the brain that plays a huge role in our financial decision-making is our big ol’ RAS (technically known as the reticular activating system).

What would it be like to have complete control over your finances? To be in charge of where your money goes each month, and to know that it’s working for you? There are certain concepts and habits that are essential for managing your money like a boss lady. When you incorporate them, your life can transform. But while it’s important to understand the mechanics of saving and spending, it’s equally important to do the inner work of money.