SIMPLE MONEY SYSTEMS for Special Needs Mom II Save Money, Budgeting, Debt, Financial Plan, Wealth, Down’s Syndrome

Diana Galas - Christian Financial Coach, Money Systems Specialist
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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5-STAR RATED Across Every Podcast Platform! Has caring for your kiddo with special needs left you physically, mentally, or financially drained? Do you feel like your life has been put on hold, even though you know God still placed dreams on your heart? Are you tired of debt calling the shots, bills running your day, and groceries eating your paycheck? Do you want to fund your dreams and fully support your child’s needs without guilt, confusion, or constant sacrifice? If you’re ready to grow your finances so you can protect your child’s future and finally make room for your own, welcome to the Simple Money Systems Podcast with step-by-step episodes, created by a mom who truly understands this life and is walking it right alongside you. I’m Diana, a financial coach, simple money systems specialist, and a mom to a son with Down syndrome. I don’t teach from a quiet or perfect life. I teach from inside the mess: the advocacy, the emotional load, the unpredictable days, and the weight of carrying everything for everyone. Every strategy shared here has been shaped and tested by real life - for real moms raising children with special needs. Simple Money Systems was built for moms like you who hold emotional, mental, and financial responsibility every single day. This isn’t about doing more or trying harder. It’s about simplifying money decisions, reducing pressure, and creating a clear structure so your finances stop adding to the load and start supporting the life you’re holding together. Inside the podcast, you’ll get simple systems, real-life examples, mindset shifts, and weekly encouragement to help you: ⭐ Stop living paycheck to paycheck ⭐ Create predictable cash flow ⭐ Pay off debt even when money feels tight ⭐ Pursue your dreams without guilt ⭐ Build a future that reflects your goals If you want peace over perfection, simple systems over stress, and progress that actually fits your life - this podcast is for you. You don’t need to be “good at math.” More discipline won’t fix it. Another complicated budget isn’t the answer. What does matter is a system that understands your life… and maybe a cup of coffee you don’t have to reheat three times. Welcome to Simple Money Systems. Press “Play” NEXT STEP: 1. Apply for your FREE consultation to talk to Diana 1:1. Find out the exact path forward to feeling better and greatly increasing your chances of getting your finances back on track - and learn how money breakthrough coaching can get you there:  https://dianagalas.com/application Have questions? Email me: diana@dianagalas.com

  1. 2D AGO

    154 II Start Wealth Building by Infusing Faith Into Your Money Talk with This Simple Method

    SHOW NOTES: Learn with Diana Galas the gentle yet powerful method for building wealth by infusing faith into your everyday money conversations. Designed especially for moms navigating demanding seasons — including special-needs parenting — this episode explores how faith can become the missing fuel that transforms financial stress into clarity, peace, and forward momentum. Through personal stories, practical mindset shifts, and the Faith Fusion Method, you’ll learn how to lead your money with intention, reclaim your God-given authority over your finances, and begin building stability without overwhelm or guilt. Join Free Facebook Community at: dianagalas.com/community 💛 Happy listening! NEXT STEPS: 1. Get instant access to a FREE 1-hour Simple Money Method training and start building a money system that actually works for your life: https://dianagalas.com/workshop 2. Apply for your FREE consultation to talk to Diana 1:1. Find out the exact path forward to feeling better and greatly increasing your chances of getting your finances back on track - and learn how money breakthrough coaching can get you there:  https://dianagalas.com/application 3. Take a quick check to identify where your finances may be at risk: https://go.dianagalas.com/CashLeak 4. Join the free Facebook support community for Special needs mothers: https://dianagalas.com/community Client Reviews... ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ „I absolutely recommend Diana! I’m currently going through her course, and honestly, I’m a bit shocked at how my husband and I had been handling our finances. We grew up without credit cards—so we didn’t know better, and we ended up deep in debt. This course has been a game-changer. It’s opened my eyes and completely shifted the way I think about money. It’s not just about getting out of debt—it’s about learning how to stay out for good. I’m so grateful there’s finally practical guidance like this available, and I truly hope our kids won’t repeat the same financial mistakes we made.” - Masha B. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ „Great news! I just paid off $1,863 in debt — woo hoo! Thank you so much for your support. Your teaching was incredibly helpful, and I truly appreciate all the guidance you’ve given me. I couldn’t have done it without you!!” - DeeAnn G.

    17 min

  2. FEB 9

    153 II How Do I plan for My Down Syndrome Child Future Without Sacrificing my Own Financial Stability?

    In this episode, Diana Galas shares 3 practical steps for moms to take care of themselves, their family, and their child’s future while protecting financial stability. Learn how small daily habits, intentional planning, and the right tools—like special needs trusts—can help you manage stress, build clarity, and plan confidently for tomorrow. Perfect for moms of children with extra needs or anyone juggling caregiving responsibilities while wanting to secure a stable future. Sign up for a weekly Simple Money Systems straight to your inbox:  at dianagalas.com/newsletter Listen to the interview with Inga Lizdenyte, Episode #113 💛 Happy listening! NEXT STEPS: 1. Get instant access to a FREE 1-hour Simple Money Method training and start building a money system that actually works for your life: https://dianagalas.com/workshop 2. Apply for your FREE consultation to talk to Diana 1:1. Find out the exact path forward to feeling better and greatly increasing your chances of getting your finances back on track - and learn how money breakthrough coaching can get you there:  https://dianagalas.com/application 3. Take a quick check to identify where your finances may be at risk: https://go.dianagalas.com/CashLeak 4. Join the free Facebook support community for Special needs mothers: https://dianagalas.com/community Client Reviews... ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ „I absolutely recommend Diana! I’m currently going through her course, and honestly, I’m a bit shocked at how my husband and I had been handling our finances. We grew up without credit cards—so we didn’t know better, and we ended up deep in debt. This course has been a game-changer. It’s opened my eyes and completely shifted the way I think about money. It’s not just about getting out of debt—it’s about learning how to stay out for good. I’m so grateful there’s finally practical guidance like this available, and I truly hope our kids won’t repeat the same financial mistakes we made.” - Masha B. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ „Great news! I just paid off $1,863 in debt — woo hoo! Thank you so much for your support. Your teaching was incredibly helpful, and I truly appreciate all the guidance you’ve given me. I couldn’t have done it without you!!” - DeeAnn G.

    17 min

  3. FEB 2

    152 II Struggling With Overspending? 3 Simple Budgeting Tips to Stay on Track (Step by Step)

    In this episode, Diana Galas shares three simple, mindset-shifting budgeting tips designed for busy moms who feel overwhelmed, stressed, or boxed in by traditional budgeting. Instead of rigid categories, she introduces a dream-first approach to money, daily clarity check-ins rooted in gratitude, and a powerful reframe of spending as investing in your life and family. This episode is perfect for moms living paycheck-to-paycheck, managing debt, or craving financial peace and confidence—especially those carrying extra caregiving responsibilities. Learn how to create a simple money system that supports your dreams, reduces money stress, and builds real-life wealth with clarity and intention. Sign up for the Simple Money Method workshop at dianagalas.com/workshop Leave your voice message for Diana here: https://www.speakpipe.com/DianaGalas 💛 Happy listening! NEXT STEPS: 1. Get instant access to a FREE 1-hour Simple Money Method training and start building a money system that actually works for your life: https://dianagalas.com/workshop 2. Apply for your FREE consultation to talk to Diana 1:1. Find out the exact path forward to feeling better and greatly increasing your chances of getting your finances back on track - and learn how money breakthrough coaching can get you there:  https://dianagalas.com/application 3. Take a quick check to identify where your finances may be at risk: https://go.dianagalas.com/CashLeak 4. Join the free Facebook support community for Special needs mothers: https://dianagalas.com/community Client Reviews... ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ „I absolutely recommend Diana! I’m currently going through her course, and honestly, I’m a bit shocked at how my husband and I had been handling our finances. We grew up without credit cards—so we didn’t know better, and we ended up deep in debt. This course has been a game-changer. It’s opened my eyes and completely shifted the way I think about money. It’s not just about getting out of debt—it’s about learning how to stay out for good. I’m so grateful there’s finally practical guidance like this available, and I truly hope our kids won’t repeat the same financial mistakes we made.” - Masha B. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ „Great news! I just paid off $1,863 in debt — woo hoo! Thank you so much for your support. Your teaching was incredibly helpful, and I truly appreciate all the guidance you’ve given me. I couldn’t have done it without you!!” - DeeAnn G.

    21 min

  4. JAN 26

    151 II Sick of Credit Card Debt? Organize Finances to Stay Debt-Free Step by Step

    Feeling sick of credit card debt and overwhelmed by money? In this episode, Diana shares her honest journey from fearing credit cards to organizing her finances with a simple 2-Line Budget that tracks only monthly bills and daily purchases. Learn how small daily habits create clarity, why debt doesn’t need drama, and how to stay debt-free with systems that fit real life—especially for moms with extra responsibilities. Sign up for the weekly Savings Planner Here or send me an email to diana@dianagalas.com Have questions for Diana? Leave your voice message here: https://www.speakpipe.com/DianaGalas 💛 Happy listening! NEXT STEPS: 1. Get instant access to a FREE 1-hour Simple Money Method training and start building a money system that actually works for your life: https://dianagalas.com/workshop 2. Apply for your FREE consultation to talk to Diana 1:1. Find out the exact path forward to feeling better and greatly increasing your chances of getting your finances back on track - and learn how money breakthrough coaching can get you there:  https://dianagalas.com/application 3. Take a quick check to identify where your finances may be at risk: https://go.dianagalas.com/CashLeak 4. Join the free Facebook support community for Special needs mothers: https://go.dianagalas.com/fbgroup Client Reviews... ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ „I absolutely recommend Diana! I’m currently going through her course, and honestly, I’m a bit shocked at how my husband and I had been handling our finances. We grew up without credit cards—so we didn’t know better, and we ended up deep in debt. This course has been a game-changer. It’s opened my eyes and completely shifted the way I think about money. It’s not just about getting out of debt—it’s about learning how to stay out for good. I’m so grateful there’s finally practical guidance like this available, and I truly hope our kids won’t repeat the same financial mistakes we made.” - Masha B. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ „Great news! I just paid off $1,863 in debt — woo hoo! Thank you so much for your support. Your teaching was incredibly helpful, and I truly appreciate all the guidance you’ve given me. I couldn’t have done it without you!!” - DeeAnn G.

    23 min

  5. JAN 19

    150 II Living Paycheck to Paycheck? Try This ONE Simple Budgeting Method to Save More Money

    Feeling frustrated living paycheck to paycheck and wondering where your money keeps going? In this episode, Diana shares the one simple method that helped her stop chasing more income and start gaining clarity—without sacrificing family time or joy. She walks you through the Cash Leak Audit, a free 5–7 minute quiz designed to uncover hidden spending leaks in your monthly bills, daily expenses, emergencies, debt, and savings. This episode is a reminder that saving more money isn’t always about earning more—it’s about seeing clearly. Take the first step toward peace, progress, and an intentional financial life by completing the free Cash Leak Audit at dianagalas.com/cashleak Have questions for Diana? Leave your voice message here: https://www.speakpipe.com/DianaGalas 💛 Happy listening! NEXT STEPS: 1. Get instant access to a FREE 1-hour Simple Money Method training and start building a money system that actually works for your life: https://dianagalas.com/workshop 2. Apply for your FREE consultation to talk to Diana 1:1. Find out the exact path forward to feeling better and greatly increasing your chances of getting your finances back on track - and learn how money breakthrough coaching can get you there:  https://dianagalas.com/application 3. Take a quick check to identify where your finances may be at risk: https://go.dianagalas.com/CashLeak 4. Join the free Facebook support community for Special needs mothers: https://go.dianagalas.com/fbgroup Client Reviews... ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ „I absolutely recommend Diana! I’m currently going through her course, and honestly, I’m a bit shocked at how my husband and I had been handling our finances. We grew up without credit cards—so we didn’t know better, and we ended up deep in debt. This course has been a game-changer. It’s opened my eyes and completely shifted the way I think about money. It’s not just about getting out of debt—it’s about learning how to stay out for good. I’m so grateful there’s finally practical guidance like this available, and I truly hope our kids won’t repeat the same financial mistakes we made.” - Masha B. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ „Great news! I just paid off $1,863 in debt — woo hoo! Thank you so much for your support. Your teaching was incredibly helpful, and I truly appreciate all the guidance you’ve given me. I couldn’t have done it without you!!” - DeeAnn G.

    19 min

  6. JAN 18

    149 II How to Make Finances Simple: 3-Step Simple Money Audit to Financial Peace

    SHOW NOTES: In this episode, I break down the 3-Step Simple Money Audit and show you how to finally understand the difference between your real needs, your value-add wants, and those no-value wants that quietly drain your energy and your bank account. I also walk you through the power of the 2-Line Budgeting System—the simple framework that brings peace, stability, and clarity to your monthly finances. We talk about why the word audit used to make me cringe from my accounting days, and how this new kind of audit is the complete opposite: it’s guilt-free, empowering, and designed to help you dream bigger than ever. You’ll learn why doing these audits periodically—especially before the new year, before big purchases, or as part of your long-term dream planning—can transform not just your money, but your confidence and your future. Tune in to step into more clarity, more alignment, and more freedom. ✔️ TAKE WEALTHY QUIZ: discover your financial strengths and growth areas https://dianagalas.com/wealthy-quiz  Do you have a question for Diana? Leave your voice message here: https://www.speakpipe.com/DianaGalas 💛 Happy listening! NEXT STEPS: 1. Get instant access to a FREE 1-hour Simple Money Method training and start building a money system that actually works for your life: https://dianagalas.com/workshop 2. Apply for your FREE consultation to talk to Diana 1:1. Find out the exact path forward to feeling better and greatly increasing your chances of getting your finances back on track - and learn how money breakthrough coaching can get you there:  https://dianagalas.com/application 3. Take a quick check to identify where your finances may be at risk: https://go.dianagalas.com/CashLeak 4. Join the free Facebook support community for Special needs mothers: https://go.dianagalas.com/fbgroup Client Reviews... ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ „I absolutely recommend Diana! I’m currently going through her course, and honestly, I’m a bit shocked at how my husband and I had been handling our finances. We grew up without credit cards—so we didn’t know better, and we ended up deep in debt. This course has been a game-changer. It’s opened my eyes and completely shifted the way I think about money. It’s not just about getting out of debt—it’s about learning how to stay out for good. I’m so grateful there’s finally practical guidance like this available, and I truly hope our kids won’t repeat the same financial mistakes we made.” - Masha B. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ „Great news! I just paid off $1,863 in debt — woo hoo! Thank you so much for your support. Your teaching was incredibly helpful, and I truly appreciate all the guidance you’ve given me. I couldn’t have done it without you!!” - DeeAnn G.

    22 min

  7. JAN 5

    148 II How to Plan Financial Goals This Year (Step by Step): 4 Areas Every Mom with Down Syndrome Child Should Check First

    SHOW NOTES: In this episode, we begin the new year by slowing down and looking inward—at the four parts of you that shape how you live, decide, and manage money: your spiritual, emotional, physical, and intellectual well-being. Before planning goals or budgets, I invite you to dream again—boldly, freely, and without limits—and then gently turn those dreams into intentional goals using a paper planner and the 2-Line Budget. You’ll learn why caring for your 4 “I Am’s” brings clarity, calm, and confidence not only to your finances, but to your entire life. This episode is a loving reminder for busy, high-need life moms that when you are supported and aligned, everything else—including money—becomes lighter and more manageable. 💛 Happy listening! NEXT STEPS: 1. Get instant access to a FREE 1-hour Simple Money Method training and start building a money system that actually works for your life: https://dianagalas.com/workshop 2. Apply for your FREE consultation to talk to Diana 1:1. Find out the exact path forward to feeling better and greatly increasing your chances of getting your finances back on track - and learn how money breakthrough coaching can get you there:  https://dianagalas.com/application 3. Take a quick check to identify where your finances may be at risk: https://go.dianagalas.com/CashLeak 4. Join the free Facebook support community for Special needs mothers: https://go.dianagalas.com/fbgroup Client Reviews... ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ „I absolutely recommend Diana! I’m currently going through her course, and honestly, I’m a bit shocked at how my husband and I had been handling our finances. We grew up without credit cards—so we didn’t know better, and we ended up deep in debt. This course has been a game-changer. It’s opened my eyes and completely shifted the way I think about money. It’s not just about getting out of debt—it’s about learning how to stay out for good. I’m so grateful there’s finally practical guidance like this available, and I truly hope our kids won’t repeat the same financial mistakes we made.” - Masha B. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ „Great news! I just paid off $1,863 in debt — woo hoo! Thank you so much for your support. Your teaching was incredibly helpful, and I truly appreciate all the guidance you’ve given me. I couldn’t have done it without you!!” - DeeAnn G.

    30 min

  8. 12/29/2025

    147 II How the 2-Line Budget and My Daily Systems Built Best Year Yet with My Down Syndrome Child

    SHOW NOTES: Simple budgeting didn’t add more to my plate, it gave me peace in the middle of a full, demanding life. In this episode, I share how creating a gentle money rhythm through simple daily check-ins, weekly planning, and a flexible 2-line budget helped me move from financial noise to clarity, consistency, and confidence. From my Money Funnel that removed guilt and second-guessing, to my Morning Power Hour and nightly Honor Hour, you’ll hear how small, intentional habits transformed not just our finances, but our family life, marriage, and sense of purpose. If you’re a busy mom especially one navigating special needs parenting, this episode is an encouraging reminder that money can support your life instead of controlling it. Mentioned episodes: 100 II 6 Steps to Organize Messy Money and Mindset with Debt-Free Budgeting Course 101 II How Debt-Free Budgeting Transformed Me Into a Better Mom, Wife, Professional, and Person 127 II How Simple Money Method Can Make Your Dream Come True With 2 Line Budget – Live Workshop with Diana Galas 💛 Happy listening! NEXT STEPS: 1. Get instant access to a FREE 1-hour Simple Money Method training and start building a money system that actually works for your life: https://dianagalas.com/workshop 2. Apply for your FREE consultation to talk to Diana 1:1. Find out the exact path forward to feeling better and greatly increasing your chances of getting your finances back on track - and learn how money breakthrough coaching can get you there:  https://dianagalas.com/application 3. Take a quick check to identify where your finances may be at risk: https://go.dianagalas.com/CashLeak 4. Join the free Facebook support community for Special needs mothers: https://go.dianagalas.com/fbgroup Client Reviews... ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ „I absolutely recommend Diana! I’m currently going through her course, and honestly, I’m a bit shocked at how my husband and I had been handling our finances. We grew up without credit cards—so we didn’t know better, and we ended up deep in debt. This course has been a game-changer. It’s opened my eyes and completely shifted the way I think about money. It’s not just about getting out of debt—it’s about learning how to stay out for good. I’m so grateful there’s finally practical guidance like this available, and I truly hope our kids won’t repeat the same financial mistakes we made.” - Masha B. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ „Great news! I just paid off $1,863 in debt — woo hoo! Thank you so much for your support. Your teaching was incredibly helpful, and I truly appreciate all the guidance you’ve given me. I couldn’t have done it without you!!” - DeeAnn G.

    25 min
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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5-STAR RATED Across Every Podcast Platform! Has caring for your kiddo with special needs left you physically, mentally, or financially drained? Do you feel like your life has been put on hold, even though you know God still placed dreams on your heart? Are you tired of debt calling the shots, bills running your day, and groceries eating your paycheck? Do you want to fund your dreams and fully support your child’s needs without guilt, confusion, or constant sacrifice? If you’re ready to grow your finances so you can protect your child’s future and finally make room for your own, welcome to the Simple Money Systems Podcast with step-by-step episodes, created by a mom who truly understands this life and is walking it right alongside you. I’m Diana, a financial coach, simple money systems specialist, and a mom to a son with Down syndrome. I don’t teach from a quiet or perfect life. I teach from inside the mess: the advocacy, the emotional load, the unpredictable days, and the weight of carrying everything for everyone. Every strategy shared here has been shaped and tested by real life - for real moms raising children with special needs. Simple Money Systems was built for moms like you who hold emotional, mental, and financial responsibility every single day. This isn’t about doing more or trying harder. It’s about simplifying money decisions, reducing pressure, and creating a clear structure so your finances stop adding to the load and start supporting the life you’re holding together. Inside the podcast, you’ll get simple systems, real-life examples, mindset shifts, and weekly encouragement to help you: ⭐ Stop living paycheck to paycheck ⭐ Create predictable cash flow ⭐ Pay off debt even when money feels tight ⭐ Pursue your dreams without guilt ⭐ Build a future that reflects your goals If you want peace over perfection, simple systems over stress, and progress that actually fits your life - this podcast is for you. You don’t need to be “good at math.” More discipline won’t fix it. Another complicated budget isn’t the answer. What does matter is a system that understands your life… and maybe a cup of coffee you don’t have to reheat three times. Welcome to Simple Money Systems. Press “Play” NEXT STEP: 1. Apply for your FREE consultation to talk to Diana 1:1. Find out the exact path forward to feeling better and greatly increasing your chances of getting your finances back on track - and learn how money breakthrough coaching can get you there:  https://dianagalas.com/application Have questions? Email me: diana@dianagalas.com

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