Episode 01: Understanding Money Avoidance and Its Impact on Business Leadership

In this episode, Dr. Shay Harris-Pierre speaks with Nathan Astle, a financial therapist and business owner, about his money story and how discomfort in dealing with money affects his business leadership. They discuss Nathan's upbringing, his parents' conflicts around money, and how it led to his money avoidance. Nathan shares his journey of healing and how he found his passion for financial therapy. In the second part of the episode, Dr. Shay speaks with Kara Croswaite Brindle, a financial therapist and serial entrepreneur, about money avoidance and perfectionism in business ownership. They discuss the emotional charge behind money avoidance and the impact it has on business decisions. Kara emphasizes the importance of normalizing imperfection and vulnerability in entrepreneurship. Overall, the episode highlights the need for intentional exploration of our money stories, seeking help, and creating cultures of openness around money.