The Budget Affair: Recent Episodes
Kaitlin Alexander
Welcome to The Budget Affair, a mental health and financial wellness podcast. This is a safe space for you to grasp bits and pieces of inspiration on your journey to financial freedom and a healthy mind. I encourage you to take what resonates and leave the rest. As always, thank you for listening!
It's #Reflection Friday a new series on the podcast where I reflect on the lessons learned and light bulb moments I had throughout the week. In this episode we talk about my new job, being confident, and bringing your whole self to the table. Being confident is not something that came natural to me. I've had moments where I was courageous and did things boldly, but, to be confident is to stand firm in who you are and where you are and not give a crap about other people's opinions. For me, confidence happens manually and I'm okay with that. Also, this new job has been testing my inner gangster, I explain how I am allowing myself to grieve my old job while being resilient in my job. It's giving "the most" right now, but, "I gots to see it through my boy." As always, thank you so much for listening!
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Hey Ladies, In this episode I talk about how letting go of a "parentified" mindset allowed me to have a "bestfriend" type of bond with my sister. If you like what you hear, follow us on IG at @TheBudgetAffair and leave a review on Apple Podcast. Thank you so much for listening!
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Do you have space for me? I just need to vent for a second, because "one thing about me, if it's on my chest...Ima get it off of me." Since October 20th I have been dealing with a credit card company who took $1800 out of my account. This company stated they would refund the transaction within 7 business days, but they didn't. Now they are saying they have to send me a check, which takes 7-10 business days to process and 7-10 business days to arrive to me. So that's a 3 week wait for money that I could have received sooner had I gone through my bank, stopped the payment, and paid a $35 fee. I didn't know what I didn't know and I'm just a human processing her feelings about it all. Things seem to have taken a turn for the worse, or so it seems, because we know that ALL things work out for our good. I get into a lot more detail about why I feel disheartened and irritated so tune in and hear me out. As always, thank you so much for listening. IG @Thebudgetaffair
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This episode honors the great day I had on 10/29/2021. May this inspire and uplift you on whatever journey you're on. Today I had my first "intake session" as a member of #NACA, the Neighborhood Assistance Corporation of America. "A non-profit organization that is committed to assisting economically disadvantaged individuals with becoming homeowners." I started this journey in March 2021, 7 months later we are standing strong and moving forward. It's been a long emotional journey more than it has been physical, which is why we get into how most journey's are 90% mental. How are you handling your mental health during seasons of waiting? Sis, it's hard. But, with the right support and healthy connections, anything is possible. I've made great strides in my financial journey of creating a life where I am financially safe, and this is coming from someone who, at one point, considered themselves to be the "broke friend". I am committed to breaking the cycle of financial insecurity and poverty and I'm sharing my highs and lows along the way.
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FinancialJourney #Budgeting #singlemom #Budget
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In this episode I share some of the things I have in place that allow me to feel financially safe. I hope this inspires you to build a safety net. Thanx for listening!
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In this episode we reflect on the experience of getting car repairs in a financially safe environment. I hope this episode encourages you to create financial safety in your life and on your own terms. As always, thank you for listening!
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Hey girl hey! In this episode I share my personal financial mission statement. A mission statement gives you clarity and allows you to define your financial experience. I hope this episode brings you one step closer to financial peace, abundance, and prosperity.
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Hey Budget Bestie, you know that I believe that money management and mental health go hand in hand, and in this episode, I talk about giving compassion to ourselves. It is a powerful and valuable thing to be able to advocate for yourself and make adjustments as necessary, it's one of the ways I've been able to consistently show up for myself and begin to create a life that I love. Let's be budget besties IG - @Thebudgetaffair YT - The Budget Affair
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Hey Budget Bestie, in this episode I encourage you to do what you can with what you have because even the small, mundane, scary, risky steps matter!
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Hey Budgeting Bestie! This episode was originally recorded on the HerGems Podcast. I recently listened to it and thought this would be a great re-upload for mental health awareness month and will also give me more time to create and produce quality content for you all! Thank you so much for listening 🤎
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Hey Girl, Hey, This is a weekly reminder that if you're in a season of struggle, just like rollercoasters come to an end, so will that season! Sometimes we find ourselves strapped on a ride and by the time we realize it's not for us, it's too late! Forgive yourself for what you didn't know. Let's be budget besties: IG - @thebudgetaffair YT - The Budget Affair https://linktr.ee/Thebudgetaffair
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Hey, Girl, Hey, thank you so much for tuning in to my podcast. In this episode I tell you how I visualized my way to purchasing my very first functioning car (insider) LOL. I hope you enjoyed this episode, let's be budget besties!!! IG - @TheBudgetAffair YT - The Budget Affair Email - budgetaffair@gmail.com
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Hey, Girl, Hey!!!! In this episode we talk about how most people don't think their current income is worthy of their time and attention. "Those people" used to me. How did I overcome that perspective? I got tired of making silly mistakes and feeling/being broke all the time. Plus, I got a little person looking after me so it's only right that I set a good example AND set him up financially. As always, thank you so much for listening.
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Hey Girl Hey!!! This is just an intro to the AMAZING podcast for The Budget Affair. I hope you enjoy and stay tuned for more 🤎
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Hey ya'll!!! In this episode I am introducing The Budget Affair Podcast. Yes, you heard it correctly! This is now The Budget Affair Podcast where we will have weekly chats about money, mind, and emotions. My budgeting philosophy is that it's not all about the numbers, it's about the mental and emotional experience we have with it. Join me every week for money goal updates, life updates, laughs, connection, and much more. Hope you enjoy and thank you so much for listening!
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Hey Ladies, welcome back!!! Get to know your favorite host in this episode as I explore some of the great parts of my childhood. Thank you so much for listening, it makes my heart flutter 🦋
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Hey Ladies, welcome back!! In this episode we talk about validating our own emotions and I give an example of what that looks like in my life. I hope you enjoy this episode and feel inspired to connect with and validate your own emotions. Thank you so much for listening, you make my heart flutter. IG - @Hergems_
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In this episode we talk about self-care and caring for others, and how the two go hand in hand! Thank you for listening!
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Hey Ladies, in this episode I talk about how I overcome guilt, shame, and regret with money. *SPOILER- the cure is facing it head on! I hope you enjoy ❤️
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Hey Ladies, in this episode I talk with my baby sister. We talk politics, school, life, and much more 🥰
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Hey Ladies, in this episode I talk about my fear of being vulnerable in relationships, and why arguing in romantic relationships turn me on 😩🤷🏽♀️
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Hey Ladies, I missed y’all. Just me rambling about my thoughts on “peace”. Thank y’all so much for listening, it means the world to me ❤️
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Hey Ladies, in this episode I ramble to you about choosing happiness and taking ownership of the meaning we assign to things! Thank you so much for listening ❤️
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Hey Ladies, I have a theory! The other day I asked myself, how can we prevent going into abusive/toxic relationships? My theory is that the early warning signs of an abusive relationship are seen within ourselves. What was your example of relationships when you were a child? What are your fantasies about relationships? Dig deep and really think about what you are asking for. Because what we think is passion can quickly turn into our worst nightmares!! Thank y’all so much for listening 💕 it makes my heart flutter 🦋
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Hey Ladies, it’s that time of year when yearly reviews are rolling out and we are preparing to get that good ole “constructive criticism” from our boss!! Let me tell you how I am handling those pesky thoughts that make me feel anxious and worthless around this time of year! As always, thank y’all so much for listening, it means the world to me ❤️
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Hey Ladies, I recently started back dating (online to be exact) and your beautiful host was rejected 🙅🏽♂️ Listen to how I am handling this situation and why you should allow yourself to feel your emotions and laugh about it later! Thank you so much for listening, it means the world to me ❤️
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Hey Ladies, this is your weekly reminder that you are worthy even in your imperfections!! I love y’all so much for listening 💕
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Hey Ladies, it’s a quickie but a goodie!! In this episode we talk about how we can look within ourselves to find out who want to be and go be the person we PREFER to be. Thank you so much for listening and follow us on IG @HerGems_
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Hey Ladies, back with a new episode, this time short sweet! Thank you so much for listening, it means the world to me 💕
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Hey ladies, in this episode we talk about self-acceptance and it’s important role in building a relationship with yourself!
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Hey ladies, I’m back with another episode. Hope you enjoy ❤️
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HeyLadies in this episode we talk about body liberation, self-love, and toxic masculinity with Ariana, the host of Jewel’s Space Podcast.
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Hey ladies, welcome back. In this episode we discuss negative money patterns, quarantine hardships and easy-ships, and the media discrimination against fat people calling it entertainment. IT GETS JUICY GIRL! Grab your headphones and some tea and let’s chat!
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HeyLadies welcome back! In this episode we talk about celebrating mom wins, self-belief and the inner dialogue, and why therapy is important. Grab your snack, headphones, and let’s have #GirlTalk
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HeyLadies Kaitlin is back with another #Girltalk. Grab your headphones, relax, and let’s chat. Follow us on IG @HerGems_Podcast
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HeyLadies Kaitlin has decided it’s time to have real #girltalk. In this episode she is candid and open about topics that are on her mind and in her heart. Talk back on IG, @hergems_podcast, youtubers mentioned: @Chrissie, @TeannaEmpowers
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GirlTalk Dating and knowing her self-worth, Kaitlin has learned how to say no and date with purpose!
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In this episode Kaitlin talks about being an imperfect person who wants to talk about God. “God doesn’t ask us to be perfect he asks us to try” ~Onieism
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Welcome Back! In this episode we talk about Kaitlin’s career journey and how it relates to her prayer life.
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In this episode we reflect on the 6 weeks Kaitlin was jobless, emotional, and full of faith.
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Hey, in this episode Kaitlin talks about perfection, therapy, and healing. Hope you enjoy!
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In this episode we talk about commitment, faith, and fear. We have a choice to make. Will we believe our fears or will we believe our faith. Thank you for listening.
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In this episode we talk about believing that God has called us to do something and trusting that he has qualified us. I am so very grateful that God used me for this episode. Enjoy!
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In this episode I give you all a little bit about how I am including God in my fitness and health goals. I hope you all enjoy!
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In this episode I shed some tears and get real about my feelings and fears about my son, his dad, and being a single mother. This episode is one for the books, I am so very grateful that God gave me the right words to speak and the courage to be honest. Thank you for listening.
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In this episode we discuss resolutions and failure. We often make resolutions and set goals but the fear of failure keeps us from success. Make sure to like and subscribe and leave feedback! Also, like our Instagram to keep up with the conversation! Thank you for listening
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HerGems is baaaackk!!! In this episode we talk about being used by God and what it means to be the clay. We also discuss how even in "un-favoring" circumstances, we are still being used by God. Be gracious to our host as she had to record in an office near a busy street, so you may hear some funky sounds!
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This episode features Tru. She talks about her struggles and triumphs as a single mom, entrepreneur, and as a black female rap artist in the city of Chicago.
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