179: How financial anxiety shows up at work (and what to do about it)

179: How financial anxiety shows up at work (and what to do about it)

Author: Lindsay Bryan - Podvin March 2, 2026 Duration: 13:47

Financial anxiety doesn’t clock out when you do. I’m talking about how financial anxiety at work shapes behavior, from overworking and constantly seeking reassurance, to team tension, to rigid leadership decisions that feel “strategic” but are stress-driven. I’ll share how financial stress and work productivity are connected, what financial anxiety symptoms can look like in individuals, colleagues, and leaders, and how financial wellness at work is already influencing your workplace culture. I’ll also share actionable questions you can use right away to shift from anxiety-based decisions to more intentional, strategic ones. 


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Ever feel like your relationship with money is tangled up with stress, anxiety, or even shame? That’s the exact space where Mind Money Balance lives, exploring the deep and often overlooked connection between our financial habits and our mental well-being. Host Lindsay Bryan-Podvin brings a unique dual perspective as both a Licensed Master Social Worker and a Certified Financial Therapist, moving past simplistic budgeting advice to examine the broader societal and psychological forces that shape our financial lives. You won’t find a rigid "abundance mindset" doctrine here or judgment over small daily pleasures. Instead, each episode offers grounded, psychology-based conversations that provide actionable steps to untangle money stress and build a more peaceful financial existence. This podcast digs into the real stories and systemic factors behind our spending, saving, and earning, creating a compassionate resource for anyone ready to heal the divide between their wallet and their emotional world. Tune in for a refreshingly human take on finding clarity and confidence with money, one thoughtful conversation at a time.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 50

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