Money is Not Your Problem

Madeleine Strasburg
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If you've ever said "I'm just bad with money" — this podcast is for you. Money Is Not Your Problem is for capable, hardworking women who are tired of starting over, avoiding their numbers, and wondering why nothing seems to stick. The truth is, financial struggle rarely comes down to math. It comes down to patterns, beliefs, and the stories we carry about what we deserve or what's even possible for us. Each episode gives you something real: a financial concept explained simply, a mindset shift worth sitting with, and a practical step you can take before the week is out. I'm Madeleine Strasburg — Financial and Life Coach, former math teacher, and founder of Strasburg Coaching. With a Master of Education, over 20 years of teaching personal finance, and certifications from Ramsey Solutions and The Life Coach School, I've worked with women at every stage of the financial journey. I know what it looks like to be smart and responsible yet still feel completely stuck with money. This podcast is built on one core belief: money management is a learnable skill. Not a personality trait. Not a moral score. A skill — and you can build it. New episodes every other week. Subscribe so you don't miss one.

  1. 2d ago

    Ep.47 🤢 Shame eats [relationships] for breakfast

    Do you know where shame goes after it leaves your head? It ripples outward — and it hits the people you love most. In our last episode, we talked about the Financial Hangover. Today we talk about what happens after. Because I've lived this. I had a CPA situation — a tax bill that left our account without warning — and instead of telling my husband, I went silent. I'm the money person. I'm the numbers person. How could I let this happen? So I hid it. And that's when the Avoidance Tax gets really expensive. We discuss how shame is an isolating force. It convinces you that you're a burden. So you pull away. You stop communicating. You stop being transparent. And that withdrawal builds a wall — slowly, quietly — until the truth comes out and explodes into an argument that was never actually about the money. You're arguing about the distance. You're arguing because your partner got shut out of reality while you were trying to protect him (and yourself!) from your (own) shame. The Regulate, Reframe, Reclaim strategy isn't just about balancing a checkbook. It's about rebuilding financial intimacy in your marriage. You sit down with your spouse — not in shame, but in leadership — and you say: here's what happened, here's what went wrong, let's figure out the plan from here. It is okay to have different ways of handling money if you both share the same vision for your future, especially your finances.  Sign up today for my upcoming 3-Day Free Live Financial Reset Challenge - July 14th through July 16.  https://strasburgcoaching.com/financial-reset-challenge Follow me on Social Strasburg Coaching on Facebook @madstrascoach on Instagram @madstrascoach on TikTok

    5 min

  2. 4d ago

    Ep.46 💸🍾 The Only Cure for a Financial Hangover: The 3-Step Reset

    Do you know that feeling the morning after a money mistake? When you wake up and it hits you — what you spent, what you didn't pay, what you said yes to when you should have said no. That's what I call the Financial Hangover. And if you've ever been there, this episode is for you. Here's what I want you to understand: the mistake itself is rarely what keeps you stuck. It's the shame that follows it. Shame is the number one reason professional women stay frozen in their finances — not lack of information, not lack of income. Shame. And the way most of us deal with it is by not looking. Not checking the account. Not opening the statement. I call that the Avoidance Tax — and it costs more than the original mistake ever did. In this episode, I walk you through my Regulate, Reframe, Reclaim strategy. Three steps to move you from feeling stupid about money to thinking strategically about it. Because that's the shift. Not from broke to rich. From shame to strategy. If you are tired of the spiral, this is your first step toward real financial momentum. In this episode: The difference between guilt and shame — and why one drives growth while the other keeps you hidingThe Avoidance Tax — why not looking at your bank account is the most expensive habit you haveThe 3-Step Reset — a breakdown of Regulate, Reframe, Reclaim The 3-Day Financial Reset Challenge: Starts Tuesday July 14th.Sign Up Here: https://strasburgcoaching.com/financial-reset-challengeFollow me on Social Strasburg Coaching on Facebook @madstrascoach on Instagram @madstrascoach on TikTok

    5 min

  3. Apr 30

    Ep.45 😬Rethink the fuel behind your money choices right now!

    Here is the rewrite: What if the reason you keep stopping and restarting with money has nothing to do with discipline — and everything to do with the fuel you've been using? You already know what you need to do. Track your spending. Save more. Stop the impulse purchases. Stick to the budget. You know. And yet — by Wednesday, the plan falls apart. I lived this. The Monday reset. The Wednesday collapse. The guilt. The "I'll try again next week." For years, I believed the problem was me — that I just didn't have enough discipline, enough commitment, enough willpower to make it work. It wasn't until I started learning differently that everything changed. Not by trying harder. But by understanding what was really driving my choices all along. What changed everything was one realization: motivation is not a feeling you wait for. It is a choice you make. In this solo episode, I'm sharing one of the most misunderstood patterns in personal finance — the willpower trap. It's the start-stop cycle that keeps so many hardworking women stuck despite their best intentions. And it is not a character flaw. It is a system problem. Drawing on the research of Brené Brown, the teachings of my coach Brad Bizjak, and the framework of Brendon Burchard's The Motivation Manifesto, I walk you through the 3-pillar system that replaced white-knuckling with something that actually works — and actually lasts. In this episode, we talk about: Why willpower is the weakest fuel source for long-term financial changeWhat Brené Brown's research reveals about how real change happensThe phone battery analogy — taught by Brad Bizjak — that explains why you're running on empty by 8 PMThe difference between managing money from fear vs. from freedomThe 3-pillar system: Environmental Architecture, Compounding Repetition, and Directional RecalibrationHow the Weekly Money Moment can transform your relationship with money from dread to calm leadershipIf you've ever felt like you know exactly what to do — but can't seem to make it stick — this episode was made for you. The gap between knowing and doing is not a character flaw. It is a system problem. And systems can be fixed. Follow me on Social Strasburg Coaching on Facebook @madstrascoach on Instagram @madstrascoach on TikTok

    23 min

  4. Mar 5

    Ep.44 ⭐ Why Some Women Change Their Finances for Good with Ginger Faith

    What if the life you want financially actually begins with healing your identity? In this deeply personal conversation, I sit down with real estate broker, investor, and entrepreneur Ginger Faith. With more than 30 years in real estate, Ginger has built wealth through rental properties, business ownership, and strategic investing. But her story didn’t start there. Ginger grew up in an extremely difficult environment — raised by a single mother struggling with alcoholism and schizophrenia. As a teenager, she carried the responsibility of helping hold her family together while trying to make sense of the world around her. What changed everything was one decision: she became a learner. From reading personal development books to discovering mindset training and real estate investing, Ginger slowly rebuilt her foundation. Over time, she learned something powerful: money alone doesn’t fix your life. But when used intentionally, it can create the space you need to grow, heal, and build a meaningful lifestyle. In this episode, we talk about: • How learning became Ginger’s “superpower.”  • Why identity shifts are often the key to financial change  • How real estate allowed her to create time freedom  • The role faith and spiritual growth played in rebuilding her life  • Why designing your lifestyle matters more than building an empire If you’ve ever felt like your past defines your financial future, this conversation will remind you that a new foundation can always be built. Money may be the tool, but transformation begins within. Follow me on Social Strasburg Coaching on Facebook @madstrascoach on Instagram @madstrascoach on TikTok

    52 min

  5. Jan 30

    👍🐸 A Better Frog To Eat? - 12 ways to Maximize your Get-Done-Today list

    The start of a New year is a natural time to review our daily routines and ask a simple question: Is there an easier or better way to do this? If your productivity system works—but feels heavier than it needs to be—this episode is for you. In this solo episode of Money Is Not Your Problem, we talk about giving yourself permission to try different approaches to your workday so that important tasks actually get completed. Instead of promoting one “right” method, this conversation invites you to observe how you work now and consider small adjustments that can improve focus, energy, and follow-through. Inspired by the Eat the Frog approach, we explore the idea of starting with the hardest, most important task—and compare it with another option many people use to build momentum: quick wins. The goal isn’t to choose the “best” rule, but to find what helps you move through your day more effectively. You’ll hear practical ideas on: When tackling the “ugliest frog” first makes senseWhen starting with quick wins can support your rhythmWhy productivity looks different in different seasonsHow to test small changes in your routine without pressure or guiltThis episode isn’t about doing more. It’s about refining your daily routine, so the work that matters most actually gets done with greater consistency throughout the year.  Follow me on Social Strasburg Coaching on Facebook @madstrascoach on Instagram @madstrascoach on TikTok

    14 min

  6. 09/12/2025

    Ep.43 ⏰💡 Boost Your Finances NOW with Amanda Christensen!

    Ever feel like managing money is overwhelming, and you’re stuck in the same cycle? In this episode, my guest, Amanda Christensen, shares her insights and work about taking control of your finances with faith, clarity, and confidence. We discuss Why financial empowerment starts with your mindset, not your bank account.The 3 biggest money myths that she sees holding women back — and how to break free.Practical steps to align your financial decisions with your values and goals.How she used (and we can too!) faith and community to build the financial habits to improve confidence.To learn more about Amanda Christensen and the amazing work she does: Follow her on social media @UtahMoneyMatters  https://utahmoneymatters.org/ 🎧 Tune in now to hear how you can start making empowered financial decisions today! For a change, this episode is also available on my YouTube channel. Check it out.  Follow me on Social Strasburg Coaching on Facebook @madstrascoach on Instagram @madstrascoach on TikTok

    43 min

  7. 07/03/2025

    Ep.42💡 Reset Your Finances Without Panic —Even in a Hard Season

    Feeling crushed by rising costs and shrinking paychecks?  In this episode, I walk you through the exact 3-step strategy I used during a financially tight season and how you can apply it to your own life starting today, while maintaining emotional stability.  3-Step Strategy  ✨ Step 1: Pause and don’t panic.  Pausing can help us avoid rash decisions and allow the problem-solving part of the brain to engage. You can do the same — when you feel overwhelmed, stop, breathe, and look at the facts. This reminds you of what things are in your control and helps you decide the next steps.   ✨ Step 2: Cut non-essentials What are the items or services that you could cut out, for now, or try to find a more budget-friendly option to replace the one that is weighing down your budget?  ✨ Step 3: Get creative with solutions.  Can't cut much?  Negotiating or doing some research can help you get a better rate on items that support the life and well-being of your family. Find creative ways to stretch your resources — maybe it’s adjusting frequency, bundling services, or trading with friends. There’s often more flexibility than we first think.   🎧 By following these three steps — pause, cut, and negotiate, and being creative — you can face tight times with confidence, clarity, and action. Follow me on Social Strasburg Coaching on Facebook @madstrascoach on Instagram @madstrascoach on TikTok

    19 min

  8. 04/05/2025

    Ep.41 ➡️💥 Retrain Your Negative Biased Brain for Financial Gains Today!

    Have you noticed how much easier ( and more automatic) it is to see what others do wrong or to complain ( about the weather, work, the kids, the spouse, etc.) instead of complimenting or sharing the good about a situation or person? No, it does not mean you are a horrible person, but that you are normal.  In this episode, we explore the concept of negative bias—our brain’s natural tendency to focus more on the bad than the good—how it shows up in our financial lives, and how you can retrain your brain to see more of the good to support your financial journey.  🔑 Key Highlights: Three thought errors keeping you stuck financially: “I’m bad with money,” “I need to earn more to save,” and “Budgeting is stressful.”Biblical wisdom and mindset shifts to replace scarcity with spiritual confidence and clarity.A simple visual exercise using your photo gallery to rewire your brain for gratitude and progress.Whether you're battling thought patterns like “I’ll never be good with money” or need a reminder that your past doesn’t define your future, this episode will inspire you to take control and transform your financial mindset. Follow me on Social Strasburg Coaching on Facebook @madstrascoach on Instagram @madstrascoach on TikTok

    43 min
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If you've ever said "I'm just bad with money" — this podcast is for you. Money Is Not Your Problem is for capable, hardworking women who are tired of starting over, avoiding their numbers, and wondering why nothing seems to stick. The truth is, financial struggle rarely comes down to math. It comes down to patterns, beliefs, and the stories we carry about what we deserve or what's even possible for us. Each episode gives you something real: a financial concept explained simply, a mindset shift worth sitting with, and a practical step you can take before the week is out. I'm Madeleine Strasburg — Financial and Life Coach, former math teacher, and founder of Strasburg Coaching. With a Master of Education, over 20 years of teaching personal finance, and certifications from Ramsey Solutions and The Life Coach School, I've worked with women at every stage of the financial journey. I know what it looks like to be smart and responsible yet still feel completely stuck with money. This podcast is built on one core belief: money management is a learnable skill. Not a personality trait. Not a moral score. A skill — and you can build it. New episodes every other week. Subscribe so you don't miss one.

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  • Creator
    Madeleine Strasburg
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    48
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 Money is Not Your Problem
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