In this episode of the Financial Flourish podcast, host Michele Pemberton reflects on the past year, emphasizing the importance of awareness, identifying financial drains and sustainers, and the role of habits in shaping financial outcomes. She encourages listeners to release what no longer serves them and to approach the new year with a mindset of refinement rather than a complete reset. The episode concludes with practical steps for building sustainable financial habits moving forward.
In this episode of the Financial Flourish Podcast, host Michele Pemberton discusses the emotional and financial challenges women face during the holiday season. She explores the reasons behind holiday overspending, including people-pleasing, comparison culture, and the desire to overcompensate for past experiences. Michele offers practical budgeting strategies and emphasizes the importance of creating meaningful memories over material gifts. The episode concludes with a reminder of the true meaning of Christmas and the value of presence over presents.
In this episode of Financial Flourish, host Michele Pemberton, CPA discusses the often-overlooked topic of tax planning, emphasizing its importance for financial health. She provides practical year-end strategies to help listeners maximize their savings and reduce their tax liabilities. The conversation covers various tax deductions and credits available, particularly for women and entrepreneurs and encourages a proactive approach to tax management. Michele also highlights the significance of mindset in overcoming the fear associated with taxes, urging listeners to take control of their financial journey.
In this episode of the Financial Flourish Podcast, Michele Pemberton, CPA discusses the importance of investing for women, breaking down complex financial concepts into accessible language. She emphasizes the need for women to overcome fears related to investing, the significance of starting small, and the mindset required for successful investing. The episode covers various types of investments, practical steps to begin investing, and the essential mindset shifts needed to build wealth. Michele concludes with key takeaways that encourage women to take action towards their financial goals.
In this week’s episode of Financial Flourish, host Michele Pemberton, CPA, is joined by Dr. Sharon Ritchie-Brown to unpack what it truly means to use credit wisely.
From understanding how borrowing impacts your long-term financial health to recognizing the value of lending with integrity, this episode explores the habits and mindset that shape your financial character.
Whether you’re navigating debt, building credit, or learning to set healthy boundaries around lending, this conversation will help you strengthen both your credit and your character.
In this episode of Financial Flourish, host Michele Pemberton, CPA, discusses the concept of a balanced wealth blueprint with Bishop Ishmael Charles. They explore how generosity can be a powerful tool for building wealth, both spiritually and financially. The conversation delves into the importance of having a financial blueprint, understanding the three pillars of wealth; saving, sowing and spending, and the mindset required for financial success. Practical steps for incorporating generosity into one's financial strategy are also shared, emphasizing that wealth is not just about accumulation but also about giving back to the community.
In this episode of the Financial Flourish Podcast, host Michele Pemberton, CPA discusses the essential principles of achieving financial balance through a structured approach known as the 'Save, Sow, Spend' blueprint. She emphasizes the importance of having a financial plan, understanding the reasons behind financial imbalance, and the significance of saving, investing, and spending wisely. The episode provides actionable insights and encourages listeners to take control of their financial lives by making intentional decisions.
In this episode of the Financial Flourish Podcast, host Michele Pemberton, CPA discusses the importance of building multiple streams of income to achieve financial freedom. She emphasizes the need for diversification in income sources to protect against financial droughts and outlines various categories of income streams, including earned income, side hustles, passive income, portfolio income and profit income. Michele encourages listeners to take actionable steps towards their financial goals.
In this episode of the Financial Flourish Podcast, host Michele Pemberton CPA, discusses the journey towards financial freedom, emphasizing the importance of mindset and action. The conversation highlights the need for movement in financial practices, the significance of small, consistent steps and the role of faith in achieving financial goals. Michele encourages listeners to build habits that contribute to wealth and legacy and to take actionable steps towards their financial aspirations.
In this finale episode of the Money Mindset Reboot Series, host, Michele Pemberton, reflects on the journey of understanding money mindset over the past weeks. Key themes include the impact of childhood money messages, the hustle culture, and the importance of mental health in financial well-being. The episode emphasizes practical steps towards achieving financial freedom, including reframing negative beliefs and building supportive habits. The host also highlights the significance of faith and professional help in overcoming financial anxiety and stress, concluding with a call to action for listeners to engage in self-reflection and prepare for the next season focused on wealth building.
In this episode of Financial Flourish, host Michele Pemberton, CPA, discusses the concept of 'Rest as Resistance' and challenges the glorification of hustle culture. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing self-worth beyond productivity and offers practical strategies for achieving a balanced life. The conversation explores the detrimental effects of constant work on mental health and relationships, advocating for intentional rest as a means to reclaim personal value and foster sustainable wealth.
In this episode of the Financial Flourish podcast, host Michele Pemberton CPA, delves into the intricate relationship between money and self-worth. Joined by Dr. Monique Upton, a board-certified psychiatrist, they discuss how childhood messages and societal norms shape our financial behaviors, the importance of setting boundaries, and the need for self-care in reclaiming financial worth. The conversation emphasizes the significance of recognizing and changing negative money scripts, as well as taking actionable steps to affirm one's value in financial matters. Tune in for an empowering conversation that challenges you to make one brave ask and affirm your value.
In this episode of Financial Flourish, host Michele Pemberton delves into the uncomfortable topic of money shame, exploring its origins, effects, and how to overcome it. The conversation emphasizes the importance of visualization, affirmations, and journaling as tools to reshape one's relationship with money and foster financial freedom. Listeners are encouraged to confront their financial beliefs, practice self-compassion, and take actionable steps towards a healthier financial mindset.
Are you making financial decisions from a place of fear or faith? In this powerful episode, we break down the real-life differences between fear-based and faith-based financial mindsets. From how we view provision, setbacks, and generosity, to the legacy we leave behind,. Our beliefs shape our money habits more than we realize. Backed by Scripture and practical wisdom, this episode will challenge you to shift from survival mode into spiritual confidence. It’s time to let go of fear and walk boldly in financial faith.
In this episode of the Financial Flourish Podcast, hostMichele Pemberton, CPA, along with psychiatrists Dr. Kelly Singletary and Dr. Monique Upton, delve into the intricate relationship between the brain andfinancial habits. They explore how our brains forms habits, the impact of emotional responses to financial stress, and the concept of neuroplasticity,which allows us to rewire our brains for better financial decision-making. The conversation emphasizes the importance of awareness, practical strategies forbuilding healthier money habits, and the understanding that change takes timeand consistency.
In this eye-opening episode of Financial Flourish, host Michele Pemberton is joined by Dr. Kelly Singletary, a board-certified psychiatrist, for a deep dive into the toxic money messages we absorbed in childhood, and how they quietly shape our financial habits, fears, and self-worth as adults.
From scarcity mindsets to guilt around financial success, Dr. Singletary unpacks how early money narratives can sabotage our financial wellness. More importantly, she shares practical, healing strategies like journaling, daily affirmations, and modeling positive money behaviors to help you rewrite your story and build a healthier, more empowered relationship with money, for yourself and the next generation.
Whether you’re just starting your financial journey or doing the inner work to break generational patterns, this episode offers both insight and actionable tools to support your healing.
You’re not bad with money, you’ve just been living in an identity that wasn’t built for abundance. In this transformative episode of the Money Mindset Reboot series, Michele is joined by a board-certified psychiatrist to explore what it really takes to shift your financial identity.
Together, they unpack:
This isn’t just about affirmations or budgeting. It’s about becoming the woman who is aligned with overflow, peace, and purpose.
Grab the Money Mindset Reboot Workbook so you can journal your path to financial freedom through your money mindset.
Ever find yourself clicking “Buy Now” after a bad day? You’re not alone, and you’re not out of control. You may just be emotionally spending to soothe something deeper.
In this episode of our Money Mindset Reboot series, Michele is joined by Dr. Kellye Singletary, board-certified psychiatrists, to unpack the truth behind emotional spending, and how to break the cycle with compassion and clarity.
Together, they explore:
The difference between emotional spending and intentional self-care
What’s really behind the urge to swipe, scroll, and shop
Tools to pause, reflect, and make purchases from peace, not pain
How faith and emotional healing can create lasting change
This one’s for the woman who wants to stop sabotaging her budget and start taking care of herself, for real.
Season 2 kicks off with a powerful mindset shift! In thisepisode, Michele guides you through the process of identifying and rewriting the limiting beliefs that have shaped your money habits for far too long.
We’re not just talking budgets, we’re talking beliefs.Why do so many women feel stuck in financial fear, guilt, or avoidance? Because their money stories were written by past pain, family dynamics, and cultural expectations.
You’ll learn:
PLUS: Michele announces that two board-certified psychiatrists will join this Money Mindset Reboot series starting next episode, bringing a clinical lens to the emotional side of money.
Grab your journal, take a deep breath, and get ready tostart fresh. Your money story isn’t over; it’s just getting good.
Season 1 was all about laying the foundation, and sis, we did that! In this special recap episode, we’re revisiting the biggest gems, mindset shifts, and money moves from Season 1 of Financial Flourish . From budgeting with purpose, building princess cushions, and understanding the unique challenges that women face, we covered it all.
Whether you’re new here or just need a refresh, this episode will get you caught up and inspired for what’s coming next. Plus, I’m looking at the next steps offered and the tools we have provided, listeners' comments, questions and wins, and a sneak peek of Season 2’s Money Mindset Reboot series.
Grab your notebook (and maybe your favorite latte), and let’s get into it!
Let’s flourish together.