Podcast appearances and mentions of Aja Evans

In this episode, Ms. Black reviews Feel Good Finance by Aja Evans. This book has the most impact on Ms. Black current practice. She has even purchased a hard copy of the book.Ms. Black, the host of Staying in the Black, is a single mom, homeowner, and public-school educator in NYC. She owns two properties and is one mortgage away from being totally debt-free. She loves traveling the world with her family and has over $1M in her retirement accounts beyond her pension.Learn more about Ms. Black:Website: http://www.stayingintheblk.comInstagram:@stayingintheblk

When newlyweds Chantal and Travis Lisback started searching for their dream home in Seattle, they weren't entirely on the same page. Chantal was eager to settle down as soon as possible, while Travis was more comfortable waiting a few years. As the search dragged on, what began as a shared dream started to feel more like a standoff. This week, a story about how a big life decision can bring to light the money and communication issues you didn't know were there. Plus, later in the episode, Chantal and Travis sit down with financial therapist Aja Evans to unpack what's happening beneath the surface, and how to approach money fights with more care and intention. If you liked this episode, share it with a friend!

When newlyweds Chantal and Travis Lisback started searching for their dream home in Seattle, they weren't entirely on the same page. Chantal was eager to settle down as soon as possible, while Travis was more comfortable waiting a few years. As the search dragged on, what began as a shared dream started to feel more like a standoff. This week, a story about how a big life decision can bring to light the money and communication issues you didn't know were there. Plus, later in the episode, Chantal and Travis sit down with financial therapist Aja Evans to unpack what's happening beneath the surface, and how to approach money fights with more care and intention. If you liked this episode, share it with a friend!

BA Fam, we’ve got a good one for you today! Mandi is joined by licensed financial therapist Aja Evans for an eye opening convo about something we all deal with but rarely talk about money feelings. From stress-spending and avoiding your inbox to doom-scrolling at 6 a.m., Aja breaks down how our emotions drive financial behavior and why learning to sit with discomfort might just be your most powerful money move yet. We also talk about getting dressed just to open your laptop, journaling out your rage , and why the stretch that makes you cry might be exactly what you need. In this episode, we get into: -What it really means to self-soothe with spending and what to do instead -Why romanticizing boring tasks (like budgeting) actually works - How financial avoidance shows up and what it’s costing you -The deep-rooted shame so many of us carry, no matter how much is in your bank account -How Aja helps clients rewrite their money stories About Aja: Aja Evans is a licensed financial therapist, President of the Financial Therapy Association, and author of Feel Good Finance. She helps people explore the emotional side of money so they can spend, save, and live from a place of clarity instead of chaos. Resources + Links: -Follow Aja on IG: https://www.instagram.com/ajaetherapy -Her website: https://www.ajaevanscounseling.com -Grab her new book Feel Good Finance - Feel-Good Finance Untangle Your Relationship with Money for Better Mental, Emotional, and Financial Well-Being LET’S STAY CONNECTED Instagram: (https://www.instagram.com/brownambitionpodcast Website: https://www.brownambitionpodcast.com Subscribe & leave us a review—because we love hearing from our BA fam!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Learn how to navigate job loss and reshape your money mindset to feel more in control — emotionally and financially. What should you do with your money after losing a job? How can you feel better about money and stop stressing about finances? Hosts Sean Pyles and Elizabeth Ayoola discuss managing job loss and improving your relationship with money to help you understand both the practical and emotional sides of financial well-being. NerdWallet writer Kim Palmer joins the show to share her conversation with Aja Evans, a financial therapist and author of Feel-Good Finance: Untangle Your Relationship with Money for Better Mental, Emotional, and Financial Well-Being. They discuss money taboos and financial trauma, with tips and tricks on how to open up about money, build healthier habits, and understand your emotional triggers. Then, Bri, a listener from Chicago, joins Sean and Elizabeth to discuss navigating job loss and making tough financial decisions. They discuss how to choose between COBRA and marketplace health insurance, when to consider tapping savings or debt, and how to balance job search priorities without derailing your financial future. They also share smart strategies for cutting spending, staying motivated with rewards-based goals, and deciding what to do with old retirement accounts. Learn more about NerdWallet's Smart Money Podcast Book Club: https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/finance/bookclub  In their conversation, the Nerds discuss: job loss finances, what to do after losing a job, COBRA vs marketplace insurance, unemployment benefits, high-yield savings accounts, emotional spending, financial trauma, money shame, how to budget after layoff, unemployment job search tips, how to choose health insurance after job loss, rollover retirement account, how to talk about money, financial therapy, coping with job loss, 50/30/20 budget rule, rebuilding emergency funds, how to negotiate salary, unemployment and freelance work, how to cut spending fast, when to tap retirement savings, mental health and money, money mindset, smart budgeting strategies, financial stress relief, marketplace health insurance, spending triggers, navigating layoffs, unemployment and part-time work, personal budgeting goals, rebuilding after job loss, job loss recovery plan, financial therapy techniques, affordable health insurance options, rolling over 401(k), money taboos, improving financial habits, saving during unemployment, and the emotional impact of job loss. To send the Nerds your money questions, call or text the Nerd hotline at 901-730-6373 or email podcast@nerdwallet.com. Like what you hear? Please leave us a review and tell a friend.

Here's a fact: For many years, I didn't know that our money mindset has a direct relationship with how powerful we feel and how we move through our professional and personal lives.I didn't get the connection, and I have been in financial services for over 25 years. After I dove into all things on leadership, self-improvement, and energetic management, I learned that there is a positive correlation between our money, speaking up, and the energy associated with feeling powerful as a woman. If we feel good about our money, we will speak up more. We will feel more confident. We will make powerful choices. We will be braver at work and at home.My guest today, Aja Evans, is the first financial therapist I have interviewed. I have interviewed financial coaches before, but not financial therapists. After learning more about Aja's important work, I was excited to dive into this discussion!During my conversation with Aja, we chatted about:The story behind Aja's financial awakeningWhat financial therapy is and how it is different than financial coachingWhat the thoughts, feelings, and attitudes are behind someone who may need a financial awakening of their ownWhat is the story behind people that are trying to keep up with the Joneses? What about money hoarders? What is the story there?Her book, Feel Good Finance: Untangle Your Relationship with Money for Better Mental, Emotional, and Financial Well-Being.Aja provides an overview of her freebie to Your Guide to Getting Financially Naked

Ever had an awkward encounter around money while dating? Host Yanely Espinal speaks with author and financial therapist Aja Evans about how to have better money conversations in your romantic life.Think you're financially inclined? Dig deeper into money and dating:- More suggestions for how to talk about money while dating from Ellevest - Grow your financial intimacy with NPR's “Life Kit”- Check out The Knot's 50 affordable date ideas Are you in an educational setting? Here's a handy listening guide. Thanks for listening to this episode of “Financially Inclined”! We'd love to hear what you learned from it or any questions you'd like us to answer in a future episode. You can shoot us an email at financiallyinclined@marketplace.org or tell us using this online form.This podcast is presented in partnership with Greenlight: the money app for teens — with investing. For a limited time, our listeners can earn $10 when they sign up today for a Greenlight account.

Ever had an awkward encounter around money while dating? Host Yanely Espinal speaks with author and financial therapist Aja Evans about how to have better money conversations in your romantic life.Think you're financially inclined? Dig deeper into money and dating:- More suggestions for how to talk about money while dating from Ellevest - Grow your financial intimacy with NPR's “Life Kit”- Check out The Knot's 50 affordable date ideas Are you in an educational setting? Here's a handy listening guide. Thanks for listening to this episode of “Financially Inclined”! We'd love to hear what you learned from it or any questions you'd like us to answer in a future episode. You can shoot us an email at financiallyinclined@marketplace.org or tell us using this online form.This podcast is presented in partnership with Greenlight: the money app for teens — with investing. For a limited time, our listeners can earn $10 when they sign up today for a Greenlight account.

News of tariff hikes rattled the stock market this week. How to maneuver through the financial uncertainty? To help us navigate this emotional terrain, we are reairing an interview with financial therapist Aja Evans. Aja's new book, Feel Good Finance, is the guide we all need right now, offering practical strategies for untangling our money emotions and building a healthier relationship with our finances. In today's episode, Aja will help us:Understand how our early experiences shape our financial habits and anxieties.Learn how to address money conflicts in relationships with grace and communication.Avoid rash financial decisions in moments of heightened emotion or uncertainty.Set boundaries around social pressures and financial FOMO—whether from friends or social media.Create practical, personalized systems for organizing and managing money that actually work for you.Sign up for Farnoosh's free Investing BlueprintFollow on InstagramJoin the So Money Members ClubLeave a review on Apple PodcastsOrder Farnoosh's new book, A Healthy State of Panic

This week on the show, I'm joined by Aja Evans, a licensed mental health counselor, financial therapist and author of Feel Good Finance - Untangling Your Relationship with Money.  Aja talks all things financial therapy, including emotions, shame, self-worth and coping strategies - and we're here for it!  Aja Evans is a board-certified therapist, speaker, and writer specializing in financial therapy. Armed with eternal optimism and a passion for helping others, Aja has been in the mental health industry for over a decade. After going through her own financial awakening, Aja made financial therapy a pillar of her work. Aja is determined to help more people break the taboo of keeping money and emotions secret. She strives to create a safe, comfortable, judgment-free place to begin working towards a better you. In addition to her practice, Aja is the President of the Financial Therapy Association board and the author of Feel Good Finance.  Aja is on a mission to get more people engaged in living their best lives while attuning to their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors around money. She has been featured in a variety of major news outlets including The New York Times, Business Insider, NerdWallet, Time and Teen Vogue. Find and Work with Aja:  Instagram Website Get Her Book ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Are you interested in working 1:1 with me? I'm now officially a Certified Money Coach (CMC)® where I work with you to create greater balance, a higher consciousness and help you transform your relationship with money. This goal of this work is to guide you to a deeper understanding of the unconscious beliefs and patterns we carry that create stress and fear and hold us back from living the life that you want. You can book a quick 15-minute call here so I can learn more about you and your goals for the program.  I'm so excited to be able to connect with you on a deeper level and help you discover what's blocking you from living the life you really want! 

In this conversation, Gina Knox and Aja Evans delve into the world of financial therapy, exploring the emotional aspects of money management and the societal pressures surrounding wealth. Aja shares her journey into financial therapy, emphasizing the importance of understanding one's relationship with money and breaking unhealthy financial cycles. They discuss the extremes of financial conversations on social media, the significance of introspection in setting financial goals, and the challenges of enjoying wealth after years of saving. Aja's book, 'Feel Good Finance,' serves as a guide for individuals seeking to understand their financial behaviors and make intentional choices about their money. Join me every week for my FREE business debt pay off class: https://ginaknox.co/masterclass-ad Join Small Business Money School: https://ginaknox.co/school About Aja Evans: Aja Evans is a board-certified therapist, speaker, and writer specializing in financial therapy. Armed with eternal optimism and a passion for helping others, Aja has been in the mental health industry for over a decade. After going through her own financial awakening, Aja made financial therapy a pillar of her work. Aja is determined to help more people break the taboo of keeping money and emotions secret. She strives to create a safe, comfortable, judgment-free place to begin working towards a better you. In addition to her practice, Aja is the president-elect on the Financial Therapy Association board and the author of Feel Good Finance , which is coming this December. Aja is on a mission to get more people engaged in living their best lives while attuning to their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors around money. Outside of work, you can find Aja chasing after her two young children as they hunt down the next delicious place to eat. Where to Find Aja: Website: https://ajaevanscounseling.com/ Feel Good Finance Book: https://bookshop.org/p/books/feel-good-finance-untangle-your-relationship-with-money-for-better-mental-emotional-and-financial-well-being-aja-evans/21301669?ean=9781637745434 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ajaetherapy/ Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction to Financial Therapy02:10 - The Emotional Side of Money05:04 - The Extremes of Financial Conversations12:54 - Breaking Financial Cycles24:41 - Understanding Your Financial Goals27:22 - The Importance of Introspection in Finance Category: Saving Keywords: financial therapy, money mindset, emotional spending, financial cycles, personal finance, budgeting, financial goals, introspection, wealth, money management

How do you talk to your friends about money? In this episode of the Friend Forward podcast, friendship expert and host Danielle Bayard Jackson interviews financial therapist Aja Evans whose book "Feel-Good Finance" is a total game-changer.In this episode, we'll cover:-reasons why talking about money in friendships is difficult-research around women's friendship and comfort level with talking about finances-tips from a financial therapist about how to have tough conversation whether you make less or more than your friends.REMEMBER: The FULL 35-MINUTE EPISODE is available exclusive at "Office Hours" (our Patreon). https://www.betterfemalefriendships.c...--------------------------The Women's Connection Summit is happening in 4 weeks in sunny Tampa, Fl! GRAB YOUR TICKET!---------------------------Book host, author, and relational health educator Danielle Bayard Jackson to speak at your event Daniellebayardjackson.com OR grab her book, Fighting for our Friendships: The Science and Art of Conflict and Connection in Women's Relationships-------------------Thank you to our sponsor, WOMEN'S RELATIONAL HEALTH INSTITUTE. Visit womensrelationalhealthinstitute.com

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This week on the Journey to Launch Podcast, I am joined by Aja Evans, a licensed mental health counselor, financial therapist and author of Feel Good Finance. Aja discusses her financial awakening in her 20s, which led her to explore and merge her interests in mental health and financial well-being. She highlights the importance of addressing money-related emotions and breaking down barriers to achieve financial independence. We explore topics such as financial infidelity, the challenges of entrepreneurship, the role of cultural and generational influences in shaping financial behaviors plus much more. In this conversation, Aja shares: Her transition from general mental health counseling to focusing on the intersection of emotions and money.  Why resolving emotional patterns tied to money is key to making better financial decisions and building confidence. Practical advice on improving self-worth, creating healthy money habits, and fostering open communication about finances, especially in relationships and families.  Watch the video to this episode on YouTube. The Map Your Path to Financial Independence 6-Week Group Coaching Program is now open for enrollment! Are you ready to break free from the grind, build passive income streams, and take control of your financial future? This transformative program includes a 10-step course, live weekly group coaching, dedicated implementation weeks, and exclusive bonuses like a Budget course and FI Calculator + you can get a 45 min one on one coaching session with Jamila! Don't miss your chance to rewrite your financial story and start living life on your terms. Enroll now by 1/26 and start your journey to financial freedom! Other Links Mentioned in episode: Get Aja's book, Feel Good Finance: Untangle Your Relationship with Money for Better Mental, Emotional, and Financial Well-Being  Get your copy of my book: Your Journey To Financial Freedom! Join The Weekly Newsletter List to get updates, deals & more! Leave Your Journey To Financial Freedom a review! Get The Budget Bootcamp Check out my personal website here. Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! YNAB –  Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. What stage of the financial journey are you on? Are you working on financial stability or work flexibility? Find out with this free assessment and get a curated list of the 10 next best episodes for you to listen to depending on your stage. Check it out here! Connect with Aja: Website: ajaevanscounseling.com Instagram: @AjaETherapy Connect with me: Instagram: @Journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: @Journey To Launch Join the Private Facebook Group Join the Waitlist for My FI Course Get The Free Jumpstart Guide

As we kick off 2025, a year already marked by uncertainty with a new presidential term underway, many of us are feeling a mix of anxiety and hesitation about our financial futures. From proposed tax changes to shifts in education and immigration policies, the ripple effects on our wallets are undeniable.To help us navigate this emotional terrain, we welcome back financial therapist Aja Evans. Aja's new book, Feel Good Finance, is the guide we all need right now, offering practical strategies for untangling our money emotions and building a healthier relationship with our finances. In today's episode, Aja will help us:Understand how our early experiences shape our financial habits and anxieties.Learn how to address money conflicts in relationships with grace and communication.Avoid rash financial decisions in moments of heightened emotion or uncertainty.Set boundaries around social pressures and financial FOMO—whether from friends or social media.Create practical, personalized systems for organizing and managing money that actually work for you.

Join us on The Power of the Ask as we sit down with Aja Evans, a board-certified financial therapist and author of “Feel Good Finance.” Aja shares her personal financial awakening and how it led her to help others break the taboo of discussing money and emotions. Discover how to overcome money avoidance and overspending, and navigate family dynamics around finances. Aja also discusses the importance of creating a safe space for healing and aligning financial goals with emotional well-being. Plus, gain valuable insights into the work of the Financial Therapy Association and learn practical strategies for improving your relationship with money.This discussion will inspire you to explore the cultural and societal reasons behind the taboo of discussing money and learn how to overcome it. Listen in to learn more about: Financial Therapy in Action: Hear how Aja helps clients connect their financial behaviors to their emotions and create healthier relationships with money.Family Dynamics and Money: Learn how to navigate complex family dynamics surrounding money, including expectations and differing income levels.Relatability and Healing: Aja shares her financial journey and emphasizes the importance of creating a safe, judgment-free space for healing and growth.Workplace Harmony: Gain insights into achieving balance between career aspirations and personal life, especially for working mothers.The Power of the Ask: Understand why asking questions about money is crucial for women and how it can empower them to take control of their finances.About Aja Evan's Aja Evans, a board-certified therapist, speaker, and writer, specializes in financial therapy and has over a decade of experience in mental health. Inspired by her financial awakening, she focuses on breaking the taboo around money and emotions, creating a safe, judgment-free space for clients. Aja is the president-elect of the Financial Therapy Association and author of Feel Good Finance, which was released this past December.Passionate about helping people live their best lives while understanding their financial behaviors, Aja enjoys exploring new eateries with her two young children in her free time.Important Links:Savvy LadiesPrecious Williams' LinkedInLisa Zeiderman's LinkedInAja Evan's LinkedIn 

In this episode with financial therapist Aja Evans, we discuss what Aja does in her profession and how taking ownership of her own financial education led her to her career. She talks about what she most often sees in her financial therapy practice, the common misconceptions people have about managing finances, and explains why we feel shame around money. She also shares how we can start talking to kids about money, why learning to spend is as equally important as learning to save, and how money and self-esteem are linked. Finally, we talk about “the thrill of the chase” we feel as consumers, how we can slow ourselves down when we impulsively spend, how we can set boundaries around money and other people, and more.Key Takeaway / Points:What is a financial therapist?Why and how Aja became a financial therapistWhat Aja sees most often in her financial therapy practiceThe most common misconceptions people have about managing their financesWhy do we feel shame around money?How can we start talking to children about money?Why learning how to spend is as equally important as learning how to saveA practical tip for having kids interact with moneyHow money and self-esteem are linkedOn the thrill of the chase as consumersOn scarcity mindsets fueling our spendingHow to slow yourself down during an impulse spendOn setting boundaries around money with other peopleHow Aja fills her cup Order Aja's book “Feel-Good Finance” hereThis episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.Discover Cotton: The Fabric of Now at TheFabricofOurLives.comGo to Thrivemarket.com/cameron for 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 giftVisit join.arya.fyi/cameron for 15% off your subscription todayVisit repurpose.com and use code CAMERON25 at checkout for 25% off your entire orderFollow Aja:Instagram: @ajaetherapyWebsite: ajaevanscounseling.comFollow me:Instagram: @cameronoaksrogers and @conversationswithcamSubstack: Fill Your CupWebsite: cameronoaksrogers.comTikTok: @cameronoaksrogers and @conversations_with_camYoutube: Cameron RogersCreative Lead: Amelie YeagerProduced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Your money struggles aren't really about money—they're about the fears you hide, the dopamine driving your spending, and the emotional baggage you didn't ask for but carry anyway. In this episode, I'm joined by Aja Evans, financial therapist and author of Feel-Good Finance, to unravel the messy connection between your emotions and money. Together, we're calling out fake financial milestones, exposing the real reasons behind your money habits, and breaking free from the self-worth-bank-account trap. If you're tired of being stuck in the same financial rut, this episode will give you the tools to rewrite your story and take control. What You'll Learn: Why dopamine might be running your Amazon cart (and how to stop it). How generational money stories keep you stuck—and how to break free. Why your self-worth has nothing to do with your net worth. LINKS Feel-Good Finance book Aja's website CONNECT WITH SHANNAH Follow me on Instagram  Courses + Workshops + Money Coaching Information SPONSORS Thanks to Jenny Kayne for sponsoring the show. Get 15% off by going to http://www.jennykayne.com/etm15.  Thanks to Money Picked for sponsoring the show. To schedule a FREE meeting to figure out your next financial steps, go to http://www.moneypickle.com/etm.  Thanks to Wildgrain for sponsoring the show. Wildgrain is offering our listeners $30 off the first box - PLUS free Croissants in every box - when you go to http://www.wildgrain.com/etm to start your subscription. Thanks to Mint Mobile for sponsoring the show. To get your new 3-month premium wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month, go to http://www.mintmobile.com/ETM . Thanks to OneSkin for sponsoring the show. Get 15% off OneSkin with the code ETM at https://www.oneskin.co/  Thanks to Quince for sponsoring the show. Go to http://www.quince.com/etm for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.  Thanks to NerdWallet for sponsoring the show. Don't wait to make smart financial decisions. Compare and find smarter credit cards, savings accounts, and more today at www.nerdwallet.com. Thanks to Monarch for sponsoring the show. ​​After trying out Monarch for myself, I understand why it's the top-rated personal finance app. Listeners of this show will get an extended thirty-day free trial when you go to www.monarchmoney.com/ETM.  Thanks to ButcherBox for sponsoring the show. Sign up today at www.butcherbox.com/etm and use code ETM to get $20 off your first order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 301 features Aja Evans of Aja Evans Counseling. We're talking about what is financial therapy (and why you need it)! Listen now.In this conversation, Aja explore the critical relationship between mental health and financial well-being. We discuss the concept of financial therapy, the emotional struggles associated with money, and the importance of addressing these feelings to achieve financial empowerment.The conversation highlights common challenges faced by individuals, particularly in communities of color, and emphasizes the need for open discussions about money and mental health. Aja also shares her personal journey and insights into how financial therapy can help individuals navigate their financial emotions and build healthier relationships with money.For full episode show notes, visit here.Watch the full interview on our YouTube channel! Subscribe here.My new book is officially available to buy! Order Financially Lit! Today!Want our merch? Get yours here!Check out this YQD™ Sponsor:BetterHelp—Professional support when you need it, at a fraction of the cost of in-person therapy. Get 10% off your first month with our sponsor: https://betterhelp.com/dinero Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/YoQuieroDinero. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Money: it's one of the most powerful forces in our lives, and yet it's also one of the most complicated to navigate. In today's episode, Jessi sits down with Aja Evans, financial expert and author of the new book Feel Good Finance, to discuss how to take control of your finances without guilt or stress. Together they explore how our money habits are shaped by past experiences and how understanding your financial history is key to making healthier decisions. Aja shares practical strategies for managing common issues like overspending, fear of investing, and balancing financial support for aging parents. Aja also highlights the emotional side of money, explaining how the "keeping up with the Joneses" mentality can lead to overspending. In today's social media-driven world, we often compare ourselves to others, but Aja encourages a shift in mindset to focus on what we truly need—not what everyone else has. Finally, they discuss how to navigate financial decisions with a partner, emphasizing the importance of open communication, vulnerability, and understanding each other's financial triggers. Aja's approach helps couples collaborate, not clash, when making money decisions.This episode is full of actionable tips to set financial boundaries, overcome overspending, and shift your mindset for financial success. Continue the conversation with us at Hello Monday Office Hours! RSVP here to join us on the LinkedIn News page this Wednesday at 3 PM EST.

In today's episode I sit down with Aja Evans to talk about her first book coming out, how she's managed her practice and motherhood with a book launch and her entrepreneurial endeavors.If you're looking for some inspiration on how you can still go after big goals while balancing a family as a therapist, this is the episode for you. In today's episode we cover: How she got a book deal and the benefits she saw to writing a book as a therapist Speaking, motherhood and private practice building while writing her book Feel Good Finance: Who this book is for and topics she covers Connect with Aja: Read her book here Aja's Website Aja's Instagram Resources from the show: Download the Free SEO Guide for Beginners Here Leave a voice note for Danielle just saying hi or asking a question that she can feature on a future episode:https://www.speakpipe.com/EntrepreneurialTherapist If building a hybrid practice is on your heart this year, check out Alma. They take the back-end work off your plate so you can focus on your clients and filling your practice.  

What's it like to be a “social media therapist?” Then, dig deep to find your money narratives using journaling, auditing yourself, and attachment theory. This has nothing to do with how much money you have or don't have! How do you plan different levels of friend hang outs? Join My Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/gabesdunnDonate to Our Movie: https://www.filmindependent.org/sponsored-projects/you-i-you-me/This has been a Noted Bisexual and Diamond MPrint ProductionsProduced by Melisa D. MontsEdited by Diane KangPost-Production Sound by Coco LlorensOur Sponsors:* Check out Chime: https://chime.com/BADMONEY* Check out Indeed and use my code BADWITHMONEY for a great deal: www.indeed.com* Check out Rosetta Stone and use my code TODAY for a great deal: www.rosettastone.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Financial therapist Aja Evans, author of Feel Good Finance, talks about auditing your own finances, the tension between financial therapy and trying not to spend, and taking into account your body's reaction to your money narrative. Plus, buying trending clothing, being bitter about rich people, Target vs. World Market, and Gabe's new secret job. Join My Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/gabesdunnDonate to Our Movie: https://www.filmindependent.org/sponsored-projects/you-i-you-me/This has been a Noted Bisexual and Diamond MPrint ProductionsProduced by Melisa D. MontsEdited by Diane KangPost-Production Sound by Coco LlorensOur Sponsors:* Check out Chime: https://chime.com/BADMONEY* Check out Indeed and use my code BADWITHMONEY for a great deal: www.indeed.com* Check out Rosetta Stone and use my code TODAY for a great deal: www.rosettastone.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Stay in touch and sign up for Paco's weekly email newsletter, The Nerdletter.  In this episode of Weird Finance, Paco talks to Aja Evans, a licensed mental health counselor specializing in financial therapy. Aja shares her personal journey of merging her background in counseling psychology with financial education, highlighting the importance of understanding the relationship between financial behaviors and self-esteem. The discussion delves into common financial struggles, the significance of open communication about money, and the challenges of setting boundaries in various cultural contexts. Aja also introduces her upcoming book, "Feel Good Finance," which aims to guide readers through understanding their personal financial psychology and managing their finances effectively. Aja Evans (@ajaetherapy) is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, speaker, and author specializing in Financial Therapy. After going through her own financial awakening, Aja realized the connection between finances and mental health was deeper than she had been taught. Her debut book, Feel Good Finance due out December 3rd dives into the experiences so many of us have had and guides the reader in connecting their life experiences to how they behave with money. Aja has been featured in a variety of major news outlets including The New York Times, Business Insider, NerdWallet, Time, and Teen Vogue. Aja is on a mission to get more people engaged in living their best lives while attuning to their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors around money. The theme music was written and performed by Andrew Parker, Jenna Parker, and Paco de Leon.If you'd like to contact us about the show or ask Paco a question about finances, email us at weirdfinancepod (at) gmail.com or submit your questions here. We'd also love your listener feedback about the show; here's a short survey.

Kelly shares excerpts from the book Feel Good Finance: Untangle Your Relationship with Money for Better Mental, Emotional and Financial Well-Being by Aja Evans and discusses her own relationship with money. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What's your earliest money memory? In this REWIND episode we're peeling back the layers on what's getting in the way of financial freedom and how the messages received in our childhood plays a major role in how we manage our finances as adults. From outlining the impact of a scarcity versus an abundance mindset to loud budgeting, in this episode financial therapist Aja Evans uncovers strategies to reshaping the way we think about money with the goal of finding balance between financial health and mental well-being.Subscribe to the NEXT Nuggets Newsletter: https://thenextbestthingact.com/Join The NEXT Best Thing community on IG/TikTok @nextbestthingpod Stay In Touch with Aja and don't forget to pre-order her new book "Feel Good Finance"Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ajaetherapy/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ajaetherapyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ajaevans/Aja Evans Counseling: https://ajaevanscounseling.com/

Has your financial anxiety increased with the uncertainties around this year's election? Guest Aja Evans, a board-certified therapist, speaker, and writer specializing in financial therapy, shares insights into how and why election years typically cause heightened financial stress -- and how we can work through economic and political unknowns. Aja's forthcoming book, Feel Good Finance, is a judgment-free book that will help you take control of your money while prioritizing your financial wellness.

Self-esteem and money can go hand in hand according to Aja Evans, a financial therapist and coach. Aja joins us to talk about how self-esteem can impact a person's relationship with their finances and spending habits. Connect with Aja on Instagram.

How to balance household tasks with a partner. Author Eve Rodsky takes us through The Fair Play Method. Then, a goal to have all graduating high school students in the U.S. take a personal finance course. Tim Ranzetta from Next Gen Personal Finance tells us about Mission 2030. And, what your self esteem has to do with your money habits. Financial therapist and coach Aja Evans explains.  Plus, we'll speak with Greybrook CEO Sasha Cucuz about investing in real estate. To find out more about the guests check out: Sasha Cucuz: LinkedIn Greybrook: greybrook.com | LinkedIn | Instagram Aja Evans: Instagram Eve Rodsky: Instagram | Facebook Tim Ranzetta: ngpf.org | X/Twitter Bruce Sellery is a personal finance expert and best-selling author. As the founder of Moolala and the CEO of Credit Canada, Bruce is on a mission to help you get a better handle on your money so you can live the life you want. High energy & low B.S., this is Moolala: Money Made Simple. Find Bruce Sellery at Moolala.ca | Twitter | Facebook | LinkedIn

In this week's episode of The Money Love Podcast Paige is breaking down all things financial therapy, emotions around your money, your money past, and money trauma with financial therapist, speaker, and author, Aja Evans.  They dive into predominent emotions around your finances like shame and guilt, cover best tips to alleviate your financial anxiety, and explore how your past plays into how you view and use money today as an adult. They also cover what financial therapy is, who needs it, and how to find a financial therapist that is a good fit for you.    About Aja: Aja Evans is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, speaker, and author specializing in Financial Therapy. With over a decade of experience, Aja is determined to help more people break the taboo of keeping money and emotions secret. In addition to her practice, Aja serves on the board of the Financial Therapy Association, consults to FinTech companies, and will be releasing her debut book, Feel Good Finance at the end of this year.  She has been featured in a variety of major news outlets including The New York Times, Business Insider, NerdWallet, and CNBC. Aja is on a mission to get more people engaged in living their best lives while attuning to their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors around money.   Find and Work with Aja: Her Website Her Instagram Preorder her book: Feel Good Finance   Find a Financial Therapist HERE   START HERE:  FREE MASTERCLASS: Why You Impulse Shop & How To Stop Get Paige's Money Recommendations   Work with Paige: Join the Overcoming Overspending Membership HERE Use code “MLP30” at checkout to save $30 on your first month inside the membership  Where you can find Paige online: Website: https://www.paigepritchard.com  Instagram: @overcoming_overspending TikTok: @overcoming_overspending  

What's your earliest money memory? We're peeling back the layers on what's getting in the way of our financial freedom and how the messages received in our childhood plays a major role in how we manage our finances as adults. From outlining the impact of a scarcity versus an abundance mindset to loud budgeting, in this episode financial therapist Aja Evans uncovers strategies to reshaping the way we think about money with the goal of finding balance between financial health and mental well-being.Subscribe to the NEXT Nuggets Newsletter for a transcript and the lessons from this interview: https://thenextbestthingact.com/Join The NEXT Best Thing community on IG/TikTok @nextbestthingpod Stay In Touch with Aja:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ajaetherapy/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ajaetherapyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ajaevans/Aja Evans Counseling: https://ajaevanscounseling.com/

Unlock the secrets to a healthier financial and emotional life with Aja Evans, a licensed mental health counselor and financial therapist. This episode of Punk Rock HR is a deep dive into the intricate connection between our financial behaviors and emotional well-being. Aja helps us see beyond the numbers, revealing how trauma can shape our relationship with money and why the advice to “just budget better” is often a superficial solution to a complex issue. Alongside Aja, we examine the growing trend of financial wellness initiatives in the workplace, discussing the role of emotional support in achieving financial literacy. We explore how financial therapy could revolutionize employee well-being programs by integrating emotional intelligence into financial education. Throughout our conversation, we share personal stories and reflections on societal attitudes toward money, acknowledging the deep-seated emotions that come with financial decisions. The path to financial stability is not just about the dollars and cents; it's about personal growth and empowerment. This episode celebrates the victories of those who have emerged from financial hopelessness to a place of confidence and control. We stress the value of community, open dialogue, and fair compensation in fostering a culture of financial empowerment. Join us as we advocate for systemic change and personal transformation and the undeniable impact of financial wellness on bridging wealth gaps and improving lives. In this episode, you will hear: The emotional aspects of financial behaviors and decisions How financial trauma from experiences like job loss or bankruptcy can persist into adulthood and influence financial wellness The trend of financial wellness programs in workplaces Integrating financial therapy to address both financial literacy and emotional support Strategies for managing financial stress, including mindfulness, having a financial plan, and understanding the emotional impact of financial insecurity Success stories of individuals overcoming financial struggles The importance of personal growth and behavioral changes in financial well-being Fostering financial empowerment and bridging wealth gaps with open dialogue, community support, and fair compensation Advocating for systemic change and the value of financial education and emotional intelligence in improving overall life quality Resources from this Episode Visita Aja Evans's website:  www.ajaevanscounseling.com Connect with Aja on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/ajaevans Find Aja on Instagram: www.instagram.com/ajaetherapy Follow and Review: We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. Episode Credits If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com Let them know we sent you.

In this episode, I sit down with financial therapist Aja Evans to discuss all things money and our complex emotions around finances. Aja shares how she came to financial therapy, how we perceive wealth as children and how that shapes us as adults, and how the “more” mentality can be a recipe for disaster. She talks about the necessity for women to empower themselves with financial awareness, how to talk about money with your partner and how it can bring about positive opportunities, and how to start getting curious about your root causes of financial anxiety or fear. Finally, she answers listener questions on managing the mental load of student debt, deciding how much you can spend on yourself, and why we spend money when we're stressed.Key Takeaway / Points:On what a financial therapist doesHow Aja came to be a financial therapist and the awakening she had about money in her twentiesHow we perceive wealth as children and how that shapes us as adultsOn how the “more” mentality can be a recipe for disasterOn small steps to implement to get comfortable talking about moneyOn the necessity of women empowering themselves with financial awarenessOn the positive opportunities that can arise from talking about money with your partnerOn understanding that everyone has different relationships or triggers with moneyOn unpacking your root cause of money anxiety or fearAnswering listener questions on:Managing the mental load of student debtTips for supporting parents who are not financially stableOn deciding how much you can spend on yourselfThe psychology of why we spend money when we're stressedThis episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.Order AG1 and get a FREE 1 year supply Vitamin D AND 5 travel packs hereGo to quince.com/cameron for free shipping on your order and 365-day returnsFollow Aja:Instagram: @ajaetherapyWebsite: ajaevanscounseling.comFollow me:Instagram: @cameronoaksrogersWebsite: freckledfoodie.comTikTok: @cameronoaksrogersTwitter: @freckledfoodieYoutube: Cameron Rogers / Freckled FoodiePinterest: Freckled FoodieCreative Lead: Amelie YeagerProduced by Dear Media. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ever grappled with the discomfort that creeps in when checking your bank account? You're not alone. Pull up a chair as Dr. Preston Cherry, join forces with the remarkable Aja Evans to unravel the tangled web of emotions that underpin our financial behaviors. This meeting of minds on Life Money Balance goes beyond dollars and cents to address the psychological weight of money shame—a burden that knows no tax bracket. Prepare to have your eyes opened to the universal truths of financial emotions and the steps you can take to foster resilience and a healthier bank account.>>Download your FREE guide: 10 Questions to Discover Your Money Mind, >>Aspirations & Freedom>>Subscribe to Life Money Balance® YouTube for content beyond the podcast>>Discover a client relationship. Schedule a FREE, 20-minute Good Fit Meeting>>Connect with us across social media for more content - top right corner>>Find your story & learn about services that fit your journeyThank you for tuning in; we hope the information is educational and valuable. Remember to like and subscribe to the LMB® channel. We appreciate you. Listen to the disclaimer at the end of the show.#lifemoneybalance, #financialfreedom, #retirement, #aspiration, #wellbeing, #wealthbuiding, #wealth, #financialwellness, #compassion, #financialeducation

Financial therapist Aja Evans joins Lily this week to discuss money and your dating life. The conversation is meant to inspire you to take up space in your financial life, challenge limiting beliefs, and prioritize relationships that align with your values and aspirations. Aja is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who specializes in financial therapy. In this episode, she helps us understand the connection between emotions and money and explores the varying dynamics of partnerships and money. Episode Topics and Hot-takes: You don't need to make yourself smaller to accommodate a potential partner's ego. Aja helps us understand how to move through financial shame.  How to talk about money and finances on a date  Links: Aja's websiteAja on Instagram Show notes: http://datebrazen.com/blog/money-and-your-dating-life-with-aja-evans  

Join me as I sit down with Financial therapist, Aja Evans to chat through overcoming common thoughts, feelings, and behaviors around money. You can learn more about Aja's services at https://ajaevanscounseling.com/ and follow her on instagram at @ajaetherapy I hope you walk away from this episode feeling bold and inspired!

Finances are a huge part of our lives. They can affect how we live, show up for people, and often even how we feel about ourselves. While it's common to hire a financial planner to help you run numbers and think about your future, financial therapists are there to help you work through the emotional aspects of finance. In this episode, financial therapist Aja Evans and finance journalist - and author of A Healthy State of Panic, Farnoosh Torabi - join Jessi in conversation on the growing field of financial therapy.  Follow Aja Evans and Farnoosh Torabi on LinkedIn. To work with Aja, visit https://ajaevanscounseling.com/. Check out Farnoosh's latest book, A Healthy State of Panic, out now. For more on financial therapy, we really enjoyed this NYT article on financial trauma, featuring Aja. Follow Jessi Hempel on LinkedIn and order her debut memoir, now available in paperback!  Join the Hello Monday community: Subscribe to the Hello Monday newsletter, and join us on the LinkedIn News page for Hello Monday Office Hours, Wednesdays at 3p ET.  To continue the conversation this week and every week, join our free LinkedIn group for Hello Monday listeners https://lnkd.in/hellomondaygroup

The fundamentals of personal finance aren't all that complicated- there's a reason why we came up with the Money Gears: 7 straight forward steps to take with your money. We could probably boil it down even more: spend less than you make, and invest the rest! So while the core principles of growing wealth are fairly simple, then why aren't more Americans handling their money better? One reason is because we, as individuals, are incredibly complex! And that complexity can lead to a disconnect between what we know we should be doing with our money, and what we actually end up doing. Sometimes we need someone to guide us, which is why we're excited to talk with Aja Evans. Aja is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 10 years of experience and she works to help people move toward financial wellness by understanding their relationship with money, their money mindset, and how their feelings impact what they do with their money. And today we discuss confronting our money beliefs, social media's impact on our finances, financial trauma, setting boundaries, and more!   Want more How To Money in your life? Here are some additional ways to get ahead with your personal finances: Knowing your ‘money gear' is a crucial part of your personal finance journey. Start here.  Sign up for the weekly HTM newsletter. It's fun, free, & practical. Join a thriving community of fellow money in the HTM Facebook group. Find the best credit card for you with our new credit card tool! Massively reduce your cell phone bill each month by switching to a discount provider like Mint Mobile.   During this episode we enjoyed a Quality Time by Inner Voice Brewing! And please help us to spread the word by letting friends and family know about How to Money! Hit the share button, subscribe if you're not already a regular listener, and give us a quick review in Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts. Help us to change the conversation around personal finance and get more people doing smart things with their money!   Best friends out!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Explore the impact of generational financial trauma on millennials, how social media amplifies it and ideas for healing. Personal Finance Nerd Tiffany Curtis delves into the complex topic of generational financial trauma, particularly its impact on millennials, with two special guests: Aja Evans and Rahkim Sabree. Aja Evans is a licensed mental health counselor and financial therapist, and Rahkim Sabree is a certified financial education instructor and author. Together, they explore how past financial landscapes can shape our current financial behaviors, the double-edged sword of social media in shaping financial perspectives, and the importance of understanding these impacts, especially for marginalized groups. The episode also delves into the Black community's discussions around self-reliance and reparations. The speakers challenge the notion that achieving financial success is an antidote to generational trauma and expose how these misconceptions can breed competition among marginalized communities. Wrapping up the episode, the hosts stress the importance of financial literacy while discussing its limitations in closing racial and gender wealth gaps.  In this conversation, you'll learn about: generational financial trauma, millennials, social media echo chambers, marginalized groups, how people define financial success, racial and gender wealth gaps, mental health counseling, financial therapists, financial education instructors, reparations, trauma healing, financial strain, and distorted financial perceptions. To send the Nerds your money questions, call or text the Nerd hotline at 901-730-6373 or email podcast@nerdwallet.com. Like what you hear? Please leave us a review and tell a friend.

Today Dr. Dahle speaks with financial therapist, Aja Evans. Aja is a licensed therapist with over a decade of experience in the mental health industry. They have a fascinating conversation about the impact of our various behavioral issues when it comes to finance. They discuss the guilt and shame that can come from making a financial mistake, from having saved too much or not enough, and the impact of not being comfortable making boundaries or having open conversations about finances. They get into why financial therapy can be beneficial and a great deal more. We hope you find this conversation helpful and inspiring. Thousands of doctors have trusted Pattern to help them understand and obtain disability insurance. They trust us because we know their time is valuable, and that doctors have more important things to do than worry about insurance. We gather quotes from the top 5 providers to deliver options unique to your situation. Here's how we do it: 1 - Request your quotes  2 - Compare your options in a short meeting with one of our expert sales advisors. 3 - Buy risk-free. So, request your quotes today at https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/pattern The White Coat Investor has been helping doctors with their money since 2011. Our free financial planning resource covers a variety of topics from doctor mortgage loans and refinancing medical school loans to physician disability insurance and malpractice insurance. Learn about loan refinancing or consolidation, explore new investment strategies, and discover loan programs specifically aimed at helping doctors. If you're a high-income professional and ready to get a "fair shake" on Wall Street, The White Coat Investor is for you! Main Website: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com  YouTube: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/youtube  Student Loan Advice: https://studentloanadvice.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewhitecoatinvestor  Twitter: https://twitter.com/WCInvestor  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewhitecoatinvestor  Subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/whitecoatinvestor  Online Courses: https://whitecoatinvestor.teachable.com  Newsletter: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/free-monthly-newsletter 

Whether we realize it or not, many of us could benefit from some financial therapy. In this episode, Kimberlee talks with financial therapist Aja Evans about the work she's doing, the inspiration behind it, and the practical advice she has for women about navigating their finances. Aja breaks down the relationship between our money and our self esteem, shares her top tips for navigating prenups, explains how you can get yourself out of a shame spiral, and much more! Episode Recap: Today we're talking with Financial Therapist Aja Evans (0:58) What is a financial therapist? (1:58) Can you tell us about your financial awakening? (5:34) Self esteem directly impacts our relationship with money (9:27) If you're struggling with a self esteem spiral, take a pause (13:18) Rewrite the narratives that aren't serving you (21:19) Do you have any tips for navigating prenups? (32:19) What trends are you noticing in financial therapy? (41:15) Where to learn more from Aja (44:16) Resources: Find every episode of the Fiscal Feminist podcast “The Fiscal Feminist” book Follow Aja on Instagram and TikTok Aja's website Quotes:“Any financial decisions we make when we're heightened, when we're upset, when we're anxious, usually are just about a quick fix. We are trying to get ourselves out of a place of discomfort and into comfort as quickly as possible, and a lot of times that is not the best strategy for your finances. So looking at taking the breath, making the plan, and then deciding how you're going to execute and what you want that to look like. And be mindful of what emotional or financial triggers might come up for you that may cause you to spiral again.”“Have the conversation. Be awkward about it. Trip over yourself when you're talking to each other. But if you cannot have these conversations about money, if you disagree or don't disagree, we got other things. Because life is going to come at you hard and fast, and if you can't talk to this person who you've decided you want to commit the rest of your life to, it's going to be really difficult. It's going to be very, very difficult, and we don't need it to be that hard.” 

Every August, I take a sabbatical from podcast recording to enjoy vacation time with family and friends and allow you to enjoy for the first or second time four previous podcast episodes that I found tremendously helpful and entertaining.  Other than travel and family time, I'll also be doing A LOT of prep work for some exciting changes happening to Financial Gym this Fall. You will not want to miss my September 1st podcast episode. I will have a lot to update you on as far as the podcast but also as far as the Gym. So I hope you enjoy this month of replays and stay tuned for very exciting updates in September.  REPLAY: Aja Evans is a Financial Therapist who works with clients on a number of challenges, one of which is being a first time generational wealth builder. Building wealth takes community. It's about surrounding yourself with like minded individuals and being supported through the challenging decisions you face as you sacrifice the spending of today to build for the wealth of tomorrow. Aja joins me to share her thoughts on best practices and tools for people looking to achieve this important goal.  For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.martinisandyourmoney.com/show-notes/episode489-replay-first-gen-wealth-building

We're taking a deep dive into how Gen Z consumes and advice on how they can make better financial choices.  Joining the show: Josh Rosenberg, Co-Founder of Day One Agency who, together with researchers at USC Annenberg Center of Public Relations, examined how Gen Z consumes -- from information and news to purchases. Also, Aja Evans, a licensed therapist who helps clients relieve money anxiety to achieve financial wellness. We discuss: How does Gen Z defines "influence," the financial challenges that come with relying heavily on social media and the best sources to trust when it making purchasing decisions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aja Evans is a financial counselor. Her area of focus is helping people in their relationship with money and the issues that come with understanding one's spending habits such as self-esteem and financial trauma. You want that new pair of shoes that cost $200? Fine. But Aja wants you to understand why.  For more content, articles, videos and merch visit us at http://theworkingexperience.com  This podcast is sponsored by One Circle Media, a content creation agency for brands, networks, and studios.   Visit http://onecirclemedia.com/ for more information.

Today is Juneteenth, a national holiday commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. It's an important day that reminds us to reflect on the ongoing work that's still needed to create true equity. Today: our conversation focuses on financial equity and the role mental health plays in supporting our journey to financial independence. And if you're a person of color, you may have a unique set of generational trauma that continues to make life complex and your dealings with money challenging. Guests are: Yemi Rise, founder of OfColor, a black-owned financial wellness platform and Aja Evans, a licensed therapist who helps clients relieve money anxiety to achieve financial wellness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, Ed is joined by Aja Evans, licensed mental health counselor specializing in financial therapy based in New York City. Aja shares how her own financial awakening led her to seek out spaces in which she can express her money-related dreams, anxieties, and challenges with others who are going through the same issues as she. It was this gradual embrace of the wonders and complexities of money and mental health that led her down the path of becoming a financial therapist. In her words: “I love getting into the nitty gritty about feelings and money, and making sure people don't feel alone.” Aja also gives her thoughts on how the lack of representation for minority groups in the world of finance is directly tied to the money-related struggles within many individuals in these underrepresented communities. She talks about how we can bridge the gap between these communities, between generations, and even between couples who often struggle with financial intimacy—to appreciate each other's perspectives and lived experiences due to radically disparate backgrounds. Finally, Aja dives deep into the often-overlooked factors that impact financial well-being in marriage, from money to motivations to trust. Key Topics: About Aja and her “financial awakening” (01:20) Why we need community if we want to improve our financial well-being (03:30) The connection between representation and financial well-being (09:28) Building bridges between communities (15:34) Money and marriage (22:16) Why intimacy matters (27:46) Rebuilding lost trust in a relationship (36:35) Resources: Aja on Instagram @ajaetherapy Aja on TikTok @ajaetherapy Aja's Website: AjaEvansCounseling.com Connect With Healthy Love and Money: Schedule your free 30-Minute Discovery Call About Therapy-Informed Financial Planning™. Learn about your money and attachment style with this short Attachment Style Quiz. Buy the Double Award Winning Book: The Healthy Love and Money Way. Hit Follow on Your Favorite Podcast Player To Get the Latest Episodes.

Aja Evans is a board certified therapist, speaker and writer specializing in financial therapy. The truth is, money impacts every facet of our lives and has the power to shift how we feel both physically and emotionally. With an acute understanding of this reality, Aja's expertise sits at the intersection of mental health and all things money. Her work has been seen in several media outlets including Bloomberg, NerdWallet, and Business Insider. In addition to media coverage, Aja has a quarterly column with Square. She is a woman on a mission to get people engaged in living their best lives while attuning to their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors around money. ​Aja and I talked about our distinctly different upbringings financially, being the representation we needed to see in the financial therapy space, the path to becoming a financial therapist and so much more! You can find Aja on instagram at AjaEtherapy or on her website at http://www.Ajaevanscounseling.com You can find me on all social media @RahkimSabree (no hyphens, underscores, or periods), my website at http://www.RahkimSabree.com and subscribe to my newsletter "Overcoming Financial Trauma" at http://rahkimsabree.substack.com

FINANCIAL TRAUMA is real! So, how do we overcome it? In this episode, my guest, Aja Evans, discusses how to identify and overcome financial trauma so you can win with money!  Aja is a board-certified therapist, speaker, and writer who specializes in financial wellness. With over a decade of experience in mental health, Aja was consistently hearing people talk about their negative relationships with money. She could relate, given her own financial journey and feelings about money. Aja made it a priority in her work to help others feel supported on their financial journey.    Aja is putting her master's in counseling psychology, training with the Financial Therapy Association, and a certificate from the Center for Financial Social Work to good use. In her practice, she assists people with intersecting mental health and all things “money.”  Aja has been featured in major news outlets such as Bloomberg, The Washington Post, Well+Good, and NerdWallet.   Coined the “feel-good financial therapist,” Aja is on a mission to get more people engaged in living their best life while transforming their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors around money.   In this episode, you will learn: What is financial trauma What inspired Aja to become a financial therapist role and help people with their relationship with money Top 3 tips on how to identify if you have a problem? And how to solve them? 3 signs of bad money habits Tips for adopting a positive money mindset Advice for couples ready to blend their finances And so much more!   Additional resources mentioned in this episode: Watch Episode 100:How to Navigate Entrepreneurship and Relationships with Rudolph Escarne on YouTube or listen on your favorite platform.    Subscribe to The Purpose of Money so you never miss an episode!   Need to get your finances right but don't know where to begin? Check out The Purpose of Money Blueprint: Finances 101.   Do you want to leverage life insurance to invest in real estate? Check out my course, The Purpose of Money Maximizer.    Connect with Aja Instagram Website   Follow The Purpose of Money Instagram: @thepurposeofmoney  Facebook Twitter: @purpose_money  Website  

Upcoming Event!How Can Mindfulness Help You Reach Financial Independence?Do you want to reduce money anxiety, but don't know who to trust?Would you like to learn how to set up and manage your own retirement plan?Do you want to know how we create a passive income stream you can't outlive?If yes, join us and learn how to answer the 4 critical financial independence questions:Am I on track for financial independence?What do I need to do to get on track?How do I design a mindful investing portfolio?How do I manage that portfolio and my income over time through changing markets?Learn more: https://courses.mindful.money/financial-independence-bootcampAja Evans is a board-certified therapist, speaker, and writer who is focused on financial well being. After ten years in a mental health practice, she noticed the emotional impact of how people interact with their money, especially black people. She saw reflections of her own journey to financial literacy and her own reckoning with her relationship with money and sought additional training. Today, Aja joins the show to share how she has made assisting people at the intersection of mental health and money a pillar of her work.

Why is it that when money is involved, it can make navigating relationships harder? well this episode includes some very grounding answers for you.For our Clue In Segment for this episode, Chid discusses season 2 of Bel-air as well as the songs Love Island by Zenesoul and I Need You by Children of Zeus as the song of the week.For our Main Segment, Licensed Mental Health Counsellor and Financial Therapist, Aja Evans joins Chid to discuss all things money and relationships. From signing a pre-nup to being financially aligned, nothing is off limits during this conversation.---Connect with the "But What Do I Know?" Podcast:Insta: @bwdikpodcastTikTok: @BWDIKPodcastPodcast Community: In The Know CommunityYou can watch our main segments on youtube! Subscribe and watch this episode at the "But What Do I Know Podcast Youtube Channel"Podcast Sponsor: Use the link to receive 10% of your first month with BetterHelp therapy sessions: https://betterhelp.com/BWDIK---Connect with AjaInsta: @ajaetherapyWebsite: https://ajaevanscounseling.com/---Episode Credits:Intro/Outro Song:Remsen- BWDIK Podcast Theme SongInsta: @itsremsenTransition Songs:Take Care - Julian Avilahttp://SoundCloud.com/julian_avilaSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/but-what-do-i-know/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, Aja and Rich talk about the impact of generational trauma, some tips for navigating related challenges and more. If you hear yourself in this episode and you're not currently working with a professional, it may be time to start breaking that cycle. Aja is a Licensed Mental Health Professional based in NYC. Learn more about her at ajaevanscounseling.com.    Magic Mind is a 2 oz energy shot that helps me get in the zone without all the chemicals. The Magic Mind team created a dope offer for me to share with the Mental Wealth family. You'll get up to 56% off your first subscription order in the next 10 days or 20% off a one-time purchase by visiting magicmind.co/mentalwealth and redeem using the code mentalwealth20.

According to a recent survey conducted by Bankrate dot com, Americans' biggest financial regret is not saving enough for emergencies. In fact, 20% of respondents gave this answer - even topping the reigning top response related to saving too little for retirement. And when broken down further, older millennials (36 percent) were more than twice as likely than baby boomers (14 percent) to say they regret not having a strong enough emergency fund. And when asked what they intend to do with their money going forward, 26% of respondents said they will save more for emergencies, while another 21% said they will spend less.Of course, this poll was administered in the shadow of the Covid-19 pandemic and all of the financial disruption that has come along with it. But it got my attention that when asked about financial regrets, the answer had nothing to do with saving for the long term. It was about the here and now.In this episode, Malcolm sits down with Aja Evans, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who specializes in financial therapy, to discuss the concept of financial regret, how to recognize it when you feel it, and how to move past it once you do. Aja and Malcolm share some of their own personal stories, and Aja remembers the very moment she realized she wanted to work with people to take control of their emotions around money. Aja Evans discusses:Why it is so difficult for us to talk about money in an open and honest setting with friends and familyThe importance of focusing on your own financial situation rather than comparing yourself to othersHow to go a few layers deep and identify the true reason for the feelings we have about our moneySome exercises she recommends to clients to help them identify them moments when they feel anxious about money Connect with Aja Evans:Aja Evans CounselingLinkedIn: Aja Evansaevans@ajaevanscounseling.com About the Guest:Aja Evans is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who specializes in financial therapy. She likes to say that she is on a mission to get more individuals engaged in living their best life, while attuning to their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors around money. In January 2015, she launched Aja Evans Counseling, a New York-based financial therapy practice where she supports clients to begin working towards a better version of themselves. In addition to her work as a financial therapist, Aja is a speaker, writer, and fintech consultant, focusing on the intersection of mental health and money. She believes that whether you are struggling with anxiety, self-esteem, relationships, or regret, gaining control of your finances will help you live the life you want.

Jade and Keia welcome financial therapist Aja Evans to the kitchen table for a timely discussion about how we've been socialized to think about money and spending and how anxiety, self-esteem, and stress impact financial wellness. Learn more about Aja's Work by visiting ajaevanscounseling.com IG: @ajatherapy Shoutout to My People: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/say-your-mind/id1324118843 https://safespacepropertymanagement.com/events Support the Show Visit https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRzeOW8hsxzObV5wKmd2rl214-0fdqU5T to watch all three episodes of Illuminating Intersectionality RIGHT NOW! When you want to be a better problem solver, therapy can get you there. Visit www.betterHelp.com/GROWN today to get 10% off your first month. Need to talk diabetes? Visit Walgreens.com/diabetes. It's your time to SHINE with Black-owned products from Target. Adulting is all about self-care. Make sure to protect that melanin glow with some Black Girl Sunscreen. Humidity-proof your hair with Mielle Organics Sculpting Custard. Stay hydrated in the summer heat with Defy Water. When you invest in yourself, you're investing in what's next for the Black Community. You and the community together, are Black Beyond Measure. https://gettingrown.co/ https://www.patreon.com/gettingrown Email: GettinGrownPodcast@gmail.com Twitter: @GettinGrownPod IG: @GettinGrownPod

In today's episode, I sit down with Aja Evans, a private practice therapist in NY who wanted to go beyond the 1-1 model and expand her practice model to include speaking, writing, and partnerships. Today's episode is one that is sure to leave you feeling fired up, motivated, and give you tactical things you can start doing today to start building the consulting side of your practice. We cover: Where to start when you want more press and the opportunities she got from getting press How to book speaking engagements as a therapist  Balancing speaking, writing, and clinical work with early motherhood To learn more about Aja you can find here: https://ajaevanscounseling.com/ @ajaetherapy Resources from the show: Looking to open your practice next year? Here's the 10-step roadmap on everything you need to do to prepare for opening day. Practice Prep Free 5-Day Spring Cleaning Challenge  Leave a voice note for Danielle just saying hi or asking a question that she can feature on a future episode: https://www.speakpipe.com/EntrepreneurialTherapist

Hello Martinis and Your Money Listeners! This month begins a three-month-long effort for me and The Financial Gym team to connect again in person with our community. In partnership with Community Spirit Vodka, we'll be touring 9 cities and bringing our community together for the first time in almost three years. It's an exciting time for us and I wanted to spend this month on the podcast talking about community and the importance of it.  Kicking off the month with me is Aja Evans, a Financial Therapist who works with clients on a number of challenges, one of which is being a first-time generational wealth builder. Building wealth takes community. It's about surrounding yourself with like-minded individuals and being supported through the challenging decisions you face as you sacrifice the spending of today to build for the wealth of tomorrow. Aja joins me to share her thoughts on best practices and tools for people looking to achieve this important goal. For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.martinisandyourmoney.com/show-notes/episode436  

Today's guest is Aja Evans, also known as the ‘feel-good financial therapist.” Aja is a board-certified therapist who specializes in financial therapy. Since having her own financial enlightenment which transformed how she thought and felt about money, she is determined to empower people to take control of their financial journey beginning with evaluating how their past experiences impact their financial decisions. Aja specializes in identifying how anxiety, self-esteem, and stress impact financial wellness. Today Aja will share with us more about how your relationship with money impacts all facets of life including how you feel emotionally and physically. In This Episode We Discuss: How Aja went from quitting her counseling job and traveling Europe to deciding to specialize in financial therapy What certifications you should look for when finding a financial therapist to work with The role past financial trauma can play in how we handle money What you should do instead of shopping if spending money is how you cope The problems of being an excessive saver The impact self-esteem has on our finances How to avoid that awkward moment that comes when splitting a group check at the restaurant  You can learn more about Aja Evan on her Instagram channel, connect with her on LinkedIn, or check out her website: ajaevanscounseling.com If you want to further connect with Lauryn Williams at Worth Winning, follow us on social media: Instagram: @worthwinning Twitter: @worth_winning Facebook: @worthwinningfp LinkedIn: @lauryn-williams And there is still time to reserve your spot at one of our Welcome to Wealth boot camps taking place in Dallas, TX, and Bermuda Dunes, CA, in September.

Do you want to feel good about your money? Then listen to this episode as I chat with Aja Evans. Aja is a board-certified therapist who specializes in financial therapy. She's coined the 'feel-good financial therapist' because of her ability to use therapeutic approaches to improve financial outcomes for clients and listeners. Today when many people are concerned about a recession, she shares how to feel good about your money and deal with financial anxiety and low self-esteem. She also discussed how we can stop self-sabotaging our finances, reconcile our past and move on from shame and blame. "We don't want people to feel they can't spend their money because as much as saving money is important, so is spending it. Money is a tool and it should be enjoyed where you can." - Aja Evans What You Will Learn From This Episode Three steps you can take to feel good about your money Financial and mental health tips to avoid anxiety during these trying times How you can reconcile your past if you've experienced a low income or poverty and now have money and stability for the first time How low self-esteem and struggles with self-worth manifest in mental health and finances Why do we self-sabotage our finances without us realizing it and how we can be aware and stop such behaviors How to move on from shame and blame because of prior financial mistakes About Aja Evans: Aja is a board-certified therapist who specializes in financial therapy. She commonly speaks about how relationships with money impact all facets of our lives and have the power to shift how we feel emotionally and physically. She is determined to empower people to take control of their financial journey beginning with evaluating how their past experiences impact their financial decisions. Aja specializes in identifying how anxiety, self-esteem, and stress impact financial wellness. Because of her ability to use therapeutic approaches to improve financial outcomes for clients and listeners, she's coined the 'feel-good financial therapist'. Connect with Aja ajaevanscounseling Instagram LinkedIn Connect with Melanie mentalhealthandwealth.com melanielockert.com Instagram Support the podcast through Ko-Fi Buy Melanie's book “Dear Debt” Contact: mentalhealthandwealthshow@gmail.com Want more content and support? Sign up for the Mental Hump Newsletter and get our free Mental Health and Money inventory worksheet. You can sign up at MentalHealthandWealth.com. Also, we host a Mental Health and Wealth Hangout every other Thursday over Zoom at 5 pm PT to chat about all things money and mental health. Join here! Follow us on Apple Podcast or Libsyn! Love the podcast? Leave a review on iTunes!

As a new college graduate living in New York City, Aja Evans thought she had made it. She quickly realized, however, that the weekly bottomless brunches add up. Eventually, she took control of her spending habits. Today, Aja is a licensed mental health counselor specializing in financial wellness. She shares how her personal journey informed her decision to offer this unique angle to her therapy practice.

The Money Fit Show Season 2: Episode #22 Being Honest about Money, Aja Evans of Aja Evans Counseling Aja Evans is a board-certified therapist specializing in financial therapy. Aja’s expertise sits at the intersection of mental health and all things “money,” including finances, income, career, and wealth. She is a woman on a mission to get people engaged in living their best lives while attuning to their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors around money. Enjoying seeing how clients make connections to how their history informs their current decisions Formulating our money ideas by age 7 Feeling confident enough as a young person to make purchases with a cashier Getting a grocery store job as a teenager and working through college Moving to the city and trying to make it rain with no money The Easter dinner conversation that changed her life Becoming a consumer of personal finance knowledge The importance of mental wellness and how it impacts our financial behaviors The impact of money on freedom, feelings of self-worth, and other emotions A few ways a couple may struggle with money because of how they value it or how they handle it So much about being a couple is about how you communicate The insecurity of not knowing where to get the information we’re lacking Resources she read and paid attention to once she started her personal finance journey in earnest Experimenting with budgets The importance of being honest with yourself about your money Giving yourself credit with the first, early step to personal financial stability Links referred to in the episode, and how to connect with the guest, Aja Evans: Aja Evans Counseling Aja on Instagram Find a Financial Therapist Subscribe to the Money Fit Show today wherever you get your podcasts! You can also find us at moneyfit.org/podcast We would appreciate it if you would click the star or thumbs up to give us a like for today’s episode. Connect with the Money Fit Show: Twitter: @MoneyFitbyDRS Facebook: MoneyFitbyDRS Email: Podcast@MoneyFit.org

Do you need financial therapy? To help balance your money and emotions. In this segment, Aja Evans gives practical tips to ensure you are setting yourself up for success when it comes to operating various financial vehicles to promote financial wellness. We discuss the snowball and avalanche methods, money & emotions, self-esteem, saving strategies, etc. See video here - https://youtu.be/qHyZq7MMIxc WHO IS AJA? Aja Evans is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor practicing in New York City. Armed with eternal optimism and an empathetic approach, Aja has been providing psychotherapy for over a decade. She creates a safe, comfortable, and judgment-free space to support individuals on their journey to becoming the best versions of themselves. As a certified Financial Social Work Counselor and trained in financial therapy, Aja owns and operates a private practice focused on financial wellness and the intersection of mental health and finances. Aja has a quarterly newsletter for Square Banking entitled Finance in Focus. She has also been quoted as a subject matter expert in: NerdWallet, Bloomberg, The Washington Post, and CNBC. AJA'S CALL TO ACTION To get people talking about money and their emotions- follow me @ajaetherapy (IG & Twitter), on LinkedIn, or my blog at www.ajaevanscounseling.com GENESIS'S INFO https://genesisamariskemp.net/ CALL TO ACTION Subscribe to GEMS with Genesis Amaris Kemp Channel, Hit the notifications bell so you don't miss any content, and share with family/friends. **REMEMBER - You do not have to let limitations or barriers keep you from achieving your success. Mind over Matter...It's time to shift and unleash your greatest potential. If you would like to be a SPONSOR or have any of your merchandise mentioned, please reach out via email at GEMSwithGenesisAmarisKemp@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/genesis-amaris-kemp/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/genesis-amaris-kemp/support

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Aja Evans joins Allison in today's podcast to talk about her experience as a financial therapist. She delves into cultural expectations around money & family & shares how to discuss money with those who are skittish around the topic.  Sponsored by: Brighter Vision TherapyNotes™ Read more about today's episode here: https://abundancepracticebuilding.com/podcast/money-culture-working-on-your-stuff

Happy Friday! I hope you all are ready for this episode because it's an amazing conversation between who Chicago natives who have an immense amount of synergy. Aja Evans is an Olympic medalist and alum of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. I had to pleasure of meeting Aja when I moderated an event in Downtown Chicago on behalf of Athleta. Immediately after our conversation, she said, "Now you have to get me on your podcast!" Those words meant so much to me and I was hype to record this episode. We discussed her road to becoming an Olympian, compensation, her advice to Sha'Carri & and even the importance of social media marketing/brand building. I believe lots of gems can be taken away from this episode and its one you don't want to miss. Tune in and enjoy! Stay connected with us! Follow Us: https://www.instagram.com/yourewrongsir_/ Follow my personal account: https://www.instagram.com/niyhaaa._/ Podcast Website: https://yourewrongsir.com/ Ashton's Work: https://linktr.ee/ashtonedmunds YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7gGmSNnHdNNZ8MAfjdH9Rw Loving the You're Wrong, Sir Podcast? Be sure to subscribe and rate to help other sports enthusiasts find us on Apple Podcast, Spotify, and more! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/aniyhajones/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/aniyhajones/support

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In the third of our four special Black History Month episodes, Danyele is joined by Olympic medalist and speaker Aja Evans, as they talk about Aja's incredible story as an athlete, the importance of family and what Black History Month means to her.Aja talks about her chosen charity Precious Dreams Foundation - one of the organisations we will be donating to as part of Black History Month. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Aja Evans, Two-time Olympian goes behind the mask and shares details of her life competing in the Olympics, winning the Bronze Medal, overcoming adversity, and the next chapter of her life.

Aja Evans, who won Olympic bronze in 2014 in bobsled and finished fifth at the 2018 Olympic games, joins PCA's Power of Positive podcast, powered by Tipevo. **On PCA’s new Power of Positive podcast, powered by Tipevo ([@TipevoHQ](https://twitter.com/TipevoHQ)) PCA connects with athletes, coaches, and business leaders within the PCA community to discuss topics in youth and high school sports, leadership development, culture and of course...the Power of Positive!** This Power of Positive Podcast interview features Aja Evans ([@Ajalevans](https://twitter.com/ajalevans)). Aja won Olympic bronze in 2014 in bobsled, and finished fifth at the 2018 Olympic games. Growing up on Chicago's south side, Aja started organized sports in high school before going on to compete in track & field at the University in Illinois. In 2012, she was introduced to the sport of bobsled for the first time. Jason Sacks ([@jrsacks22](https://twitter.com/jrsacks22)), Executive Vice President of Business Development and Philanthropy for PCA ([@PositiveCoachUS](https://twitter.com/positivecoachus)), speaks with Aja about... - Her youth sports experience, coming from a family of athletes - How she got introduced to bobsled while a collegiate track and field athlete - Her impact on the Olympic movement for women of color - The lessons she learned in sports and how she is carrying those over to her life after sports. [Tipevo](https://www.tipevo.com/?utm_source=PCA&utm_medium=email_banner&utm_campaign=pca) is America's Youth Sports Directory® using advanced processes to automatically discover, standardize, and list youth sports organizations across 20+sports nationwide. Tipevo is the trusted source for players, parents and coaches to find information, share their experience and connect with their favorite youth sports programs. Like what you hear? To subscribe to our podcast in iTunes, [click here](https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/pca-development-zone/id952838976?mt=2).

Olympic medalist and Chicagoan Aja Evans talks about the life of an athlete and what it takes to make it onto Team USA

In this episode we got to sit down with Aja Evans. Aja Evans is an American Olympic medalists bobsledder who competes as a brakeman. At her Chicago public high school she was an All-American track & field City Champion in sprints and shot put. As a college athlete she was an All-American and Big Ten Champion shot potter. Aja was very honest with us about everything! What it took to make the US team, and the struggles she faced.    You can reach Aja here: https://www.instagram.com/ajalevans/?hl=en   Follow us here: https://www.instagram.com/lesstalkmoredo2/?hl=en

A two-time Olympian, Aja Evans, won a bronze medal in the 2014 Winter Olympic Games as a brakeman for the USA Women’s Bobsled Team. Throughout her track and field career, Aja was known for her dominance in both the sprints and shot put. At the University of Illinois, she won three Big Ten titles. The 5-time NCAA Division 1 All-American recently competed in her second Olympic games in February at the 2018 Winter Olympics in South Korea. She and her driver Jamie Greubel-Poser placed 5th. Aja comes from a family of elite athletes and in this podcast episode we’re talking about the drive, the passion and the discipline needed to win. Business Building InsightsDeveloping confidence in whatever you do is a game changer. Embrace the psychological aspect of your journey. Be mentally ready. If things change, you want to be able to bounce back quickly. Working on strength, conditioning and speed applies as much to a business as it does to a sport. Get in tune with your body so you know when to push and when to relax. This provides you with endurance as you go through peaks and valleys along the way. In tough times, remind yourself why you are doing what your doing. Keep your eyes on the goal. Write down specifically what needs to be accomplished each day. This is the key to increased productivity. It’s powerful when you learn to separate business from personal. In order to perform your have to be able to put feelings aside. You can do this with practice. Be open to understanding and accepting different personalities. You’re meant to be happy and confident. Resources MentionedAspiring Journeys Ahead – More to come on this organization as it develops. Contact Links Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/ajalevans) Instagram (http://www.instagram.com/ajalevans) Twitter (http://www.twitter.com/ajalevans) Gift Biz ResourcesJoin our this quiz (https://quiz.leadquizzes.com/q/Ky85Vd) to find out. At the end, you’ll have access to a free download to help you along. P.S. This is not a quiz where your result gets published to social media. It’s for your eyes only :o) The Makers MBA (http://giftbizunwrapped.com/makersmba) program and access valuable videos, worksheets, and guides and connect with a community of gift biz builders just like you. It’s time to get moving on your dream. Get started today! If you found value in this podcast, make sure to subscribe and leave a review in (http://www.giftbizunwrapped.com/GooglePodcasts) . That helps us spread the word to more makers just like you. Thanks! Sue

Amina talks race, friendship and competition with U.S. bobsledders Aja Evans, Elana Meyers-Taylor & Kehri Jones in a bonus episode brought to you by P&G's My Black is is Beautiful.

Aja Evans, 2014 Bronze Medalist Women's Bobsled sits down with me at Chula Vista Olympic Training Center two days before she lives for the Winter Olympics to share her mindset before she competes on the big stage. She reflects on her journey and the things she learned about herself mentally, physically, and emotionally. She feels more dialed in than ever and is ready to go for the Gold.

Olympian bobsledder bronze medalist, Aja Evans, shares her mindset on pursuing her Olympic dreams. This fierce competitor sheds light on her journey and how she went from collegiate track & field star to an Olympian. Aja discusses how she overcame adversity with a devastating knee injury and how her tenacious mindset and determination fueled her passion to compete at an elite level. Humility, family, and down right hard work is the foundation of this Olympian's mindset. In less than three months, Aja is going to pursue her next Olympic gold. U.S.A.!!!

Aja Evans, Olympic bronze medalist in the bobsled, discusses how she creates her new normal. Evans, who is from the south side of Chicago and ran track and field for Morgan Park High School, attended the University of Nevada Las Vegas before transferring to the University of Illinois where she competed in both shot put and the sprints, with the former culminating at the 2008 U.S. Olympic trials. After earning her degree in sports management, and a brief stint as a personal trainer at the famous EFT Sports Performance training facility in Highland Park, IL, Aja realized she was helping everyone else achieve their dreams. She needed her goals fulfilled. The sport of bobsled provided the cure for her competition hunger. Today, on Life’s New Normal, Aja shares her journey to the Olympic podium and the persistent performance it takes to sustain competitive excellence. About The Host  John Register is a long jump silver medalist and American record holder from the 2000 Paralympic Games in Sydney, Australia. His business, Inspired Communications International, LLC, shows business leaders how to "Hurdle Adversity, and create their new normal" through his change management experiential keynotes.  Folllw John on all social media platforms at Johnregister.com