The Breaking Financial Chains Podcast

Tanya Ibberson

Are you tired of feeling anxious about money despite working hard? Do you avoid opening bank statements, feel trapped by financial decisions you don't understand, or struggle with someone else controlling your access to money? You're not alone. Join chartered accountant and financial coach Tanya Ibberson for Breaking Financial Chains – the podcast that combines practical financial guidance with psychological insights to help you transform your relationship with money and recognise when others are using money to control you. Unlike traditional finance podcasts that focus only on the numbers, Tanya understands that financial freedom isn't just about budgets and spreadsheets. It's about healing emotional barriers, breaking unhealthy patterns, recognising financial abuse, and overcoming the shame that keeps us stuck. Whether you're dealing with a controlling partner who monitors every penny or simply need to understand the warning signs of financial coercion, this podcast provides crucial insights for protection and recovery . Whether you're a successful professional who secretly struggles with money management, someone experiencing or recovering from financial control in a relationship, or ready to break free from generational money patterns, this podcast offers a safe, non-judgmental space to learn, heal and grow. Each week, through solo episodes, expert interviews and transformation stories, you'll discover practical tools and emotional support to help you build genuine financial confidence and independence. Because financial empowerment is possible for everyone – regardless of your starting point or past experiences. Remember: financial freedom isn't just about the numbers – it's about breaking the chains that hold you back from living a life aligned with your values.

  1. 6D AGO

    What Happens When Success Doesn’t Equal Happiness. Emma Hine Tells her story. Ep. 38

    What Happens When Success Doesn’t Equal Happiness. Emma Hine tells her story. Ep. 38. In this episode of Breaking Financial Chains, Tanya Ibberson sits down with Emma Hine to discuss the hidden struggles behind financial success and how it impacts our mental health and relationships. They explore what it really means to break free from burnout and redefine what success looks like. Building a business from scratch to seven figures and the personal cost behind itThe effects of work addiction and burnout on family and mental healthHow external pressure and past experiences drive our decisions around money and successThe turning points that led to closing a successful business and choosing a healthier pathHow grief, loss, and changing values shape our relationship with money and life choicesChapters 00:00 "Burnout: When Success Hurts" 06:10 Child's Sudden Femur Injury 08:51 "Behind Success: Hidden Struggles" 12:23 "Unspoken Struggles in Marriage" 16:13 "Overcoming Doubt and Pressure" 18:34 "Runaway Train of Self-Perception" 21:55 "Embracing Simplicity During COVID" 26:22 "Financial Struggles and Relief" 30:57 "Finding Purpose Through Reflection" 32:35 "Breaking Free from Old Narratives" 36:53 "Life Happens Right Now" 41:02 "Impact Over Money Drives Me" 44:35 "Permission to Choose Change" 46:51 "Breaking Financial Chains Podcast" Useful Links Website: www.financialwingwoman.com Email: tanya@financialwingwoman.com LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/financialwingwoman Instagram: www.instagram.com/thefinancialwingwoman Facebook: www.facebook.com/thefinancialwingwoman If this episode brings up difficult feelings, please reach out to appropriate support services in your area. #FinancialAbuse #FinancialFreedom #WomenEmpowerment #MoneyMindset #BreakingFinancialChains #FinancialControl #PersonalStory #PodcastLife #FinancialIndependence #ThinkMedia

    47 min
  2. MAR 11

    Building a Bigger Life Without Building a Bigger Burden - Ep. 37

    Building a Bigger Life Without Building a Bigger Burden - Ep. 37. Ready to break free from the stress of wanting more? In this episode, Tanya Ibberson shares a practical approach to pursuing growth without burning out. What you’ll learn: Why the old “growth equals stress” story is a mythWhat a “calm upgrade” actually looks like in business and lifeHow to align your ambition with nervous system safety and peaceReal-life examples of delegating, setting boundaries, and saying noSimple tools to regulate your mindset and stay clear on what you really wantSubscribe for more grounded money wisdom and share your own “calm upgrade” wins in the comments! Chapters 00:00 "Ambition Without Overload" 05:24 "Calm Upgrades and Delegation Tips" 08:33 "Upleveling from a Dysregulated Place" 11:43 "Regulated Decision-Making for Goals" 15:33 "Strategic Growth Through Reflection" 19:08 "Choose Peace, Not Burden" Useful Links Website: www.financialwingwoman.com Email: tanya@financialwingwoman.com LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/financialwingwoman Instagram: www.instagram.com/thefinancialwingwoman Facebook: www.facebook.com/thefinancialwingwoman If this episode brings up difficult feelings, please reach out to appropriate support services in your area. #FinancialAbuse #FinancialFreedom #WomenEmpowerment #MoneyMindset #BreakingFinancialChains #FinancialControl #PersonalStory #PodcastLife #FinancialIndependence #ThinkMedia

    20 min
  3. MAR 4

    Break the Money-Stress Loop With Emotional Self-Leadership - Ep. 36

    Break the Money-Stress Loop With Emotional Self-Leadership - Ep. 36. Ready to break free from financial stress? In this episode, Tanya Ibberson dives into the connection between nervous system regulation and making better money decisions. Why willpower alone isn’t enough to change your financial habits How nervous system regulation impacts your ability to manage money Signs you’re financially dysregulated and how that affects your choices Practical tools to get grounded before making money moves How calm, regulated decisions can lead to long-term financial confidence Subscribe for more real-world strategies to build financial resilience! Chapters 00:00 "Nervous System Regulation First" 06:30 Over-Functioning and Emotional Dysregulation 09:04 "Breaking the Dysregulation Spiral" 12:57 "Self-Regulation and Decision Clarity" 16:28 "Finding What Works for You" 19:28 "Cold Pods and Breathwork Benefits" 22:57 "Financial Strategy & Self-Regulation" Useful Links Website: www.financialwingwoman.com Email: tanya@financialwingwoman.com LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/financialwingwoman Instagram: www.instagram.com/thefinancialwingwoman Facebook: www.facebook.com/thefinancialwingwoman If this episode brings up difficult feelings, please reach out to appropriate support services in your area. #FinancialAbuse #FinancialFreedom #WomenEmpowerment #MoneyMindset #BreakingFinancialChains #FinancialControl #PersonalStory #PodcastLife #FinancialIndependence #ThinkMedia

    25 min
  4. FEB 25

    How to Hold Family Money Meetings Without Shame, Blame or Stress - Ep. 35

    How to Hold Family Money Meetings Without Shame, Blame or Stress - Ep. 35. Family money meetings don’t have to be intimidating or dull. In this episode, Tanya covers practical ways to foster transparency, connection and shared responsibility around finances at home. Why family money meetings matter and the benefits of open financial conversationsCommon reasons for resistance and how to navigate themSimple, realistic formats for running effective, low-pressure meetingsAge-appropriate ways to involve kids and teach financial literacyTips for tackling partner reluctance and creating a collaborative household money cultureReady to change the conversation about money in your family? Tune in and take the first step towards shared financial empowerment. Chapters 00:00 Money, Relationships, and Communication 04:28 "Starting Open Conversations on Money" 08:17 "Family Financial Conversations" 13:48 "Low-Pressure Family Check-Ins" 17:29 "Setting Intentions and Shared Responsibility" 20:04 "Involving Kids in Family Goals" 22:22 "Building Family Connections Through Conversation" Useful Links Website: www.financialwingwoman.com Email: tanya@financialwingwoman.com LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/financialwingwoman Instagram: www.instagram.com/thefinancialwingwoman Facebook: www.facebook.com/thefinancialwingwoman If this episode brings up difficult feelings, please reach out to appropriate support services in your area. #FinancialAbuse #FinancialFreedom #WomenEmpowerment #MoneyMindset #BreakingFinancialChains #FinancialControl #PersonalStory #PodcastLife #FinancialIndependence #ThinkMedia

    24 min
  5. FEB 4

    Transforming Scarcity to Abundance: Practical Steps to Shift Your Money Mindset - Ep. 32

    Transforming Scarcity to Abundance: Practical Steps to Shift Your Money Mindset - Ep. 32. Struggling with your money mindset? In this episode of Breaking Financial Chains, Tanya Ibberson breaks down the real differences between scarcity and abundance thinking and gives you practical steps to start shifting your beliefs. What scarcity and abundance mindsets actually mean for your financesHow your early experiences shape your beliefs about moneyRecognising and rewiring patterns of financial anxiety and guiltPractical exercises to build new habits and evidence of abundanceTools and daily anchors to move toward a calmer, more empowered relationship with moneySubscribe for honest, actionable advice to help you change your money story. Chapters !0:00 "Scarcity vs. Abundance Mindset" 03:12 "Overcoming the Scarcity Mindset" 09:28 "Scarcity Mindset Rooted in Trauma" 11:52 "Impact of Past Trauma" 17:33 Rewriting Beliefs for Financial Growth 20:19 "Building Savings, Thought by Thought" 22:20 "Let Money Serve Your Values" 25:56 Managing Financial Stress with Breathwork 29:03 "Subscribe for Financial Freedom" Useful Links Website: www.financialwingwoman.com Email: tanya@financialwingwoman.com LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/financialwingwoman Instagram: www.instagram.com/thefinancialwingwoman Facebook: www.facebook.com/thefinancialwingwoman If this episode brings up difficult feelings, please reach out to appropriate support services in your area. #FinancialAbuse #FinancialFreedom #WomenEmpowerment #MoneyMindset #BreakingFinancialChains #FinancialControl #PersonalStory #PodcastLife #FinancialIndependence #ThinkMedia

    29 min

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Are you tired of feeling anxious about money despite working hard? Do you avoid opening bank statements, feel trapped by financial decisions you don't understand, or struggle with someone else controlling your access to money? You're not alone. Join chartered accountant and financial coach Tanya Ibberson for Breaking Financial Chains – the podcast that combines practical financial guidance with psychological insights to help you transform your relationship with money and recognise when others are using money to control you. Unlike traditional finance podcasts that focus only on the numbers, Tanya understands that financial freedom isn't just about budgets and spreadsheets. It's about healing emotional barriers, breaking unhealthy patterns, recognising financial abuse, and overcoming the shame that keeps us stuck. Whether you're dealing with a controlling partner who monitors every penny or simply need to understand the warning signs of financial coercion, this podcast provides crucial insights for protection and recovery . Whether you're a successful professional who secretly struggles with money management, someone experiencing or recovering from financial control in a relationship, or ready to break free from generational money patterns, this podcast offers a safe, non-judgmental space to learn, heal and grow. Each week, through solo episodes, expert interviews and transformation stories, you'll discover practical tools and emotional support to help you build genuine financial confidence and independence. Because financial empowerment is possible for everyone – regardless of your starting point or past experiences. Remember: financial freedom isn't just about the numbers – it's about breaking the chains that hold you back from living a life aligned with your values.