Send us a text What if dinner cost less, tasted better, and actually made your week feel easier? We’re talking with bestselling cookbook author Rachel Farnsworth, founder of The Stay At Home Chef, about building a realistic meal strategy that beats rising grocery prices without sacrificing flavor, time, or sanity. Rachel shares how cooking pulled her through postpartum depression and became a way to serve millions, then breaks down the exact system behind her free Cheap Eats meal plan: four w...
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Send us a text What if dinner cost less, tasted better, and actually made your week feel easier? We’re talking with bestselling cookbook author Rachel Farnsworth, founder of The Stay At Home Chef, about building a realistic meal strategy that beats rising grocery prices without sacrificing flavor, time, or sanity. Rachel shares how cooking pulled her through postpartum depression and became a way to serve millions, then breaks down the exact system behind her free Cheap Eats meal plan: four w...
Send us a text What if dinner cost less, tasted better, and actually made your week feel easier? We’re talking with bestselling cookbook author Rachel Farnsworth, founder of The Stay At Home Chef, about building a realistic meal strategy that beats rising grocery prices without sacrificing flavor, time, or sanity. Rachel shares how cooking pulled her through postpartum depression and became a way to serve millions, then breaks down the exact system behind her free Cheap Eats meal plan: four w...
Send us a text We draw a straight line between fear, half-commitments, and money stress, using Jeremiah 37–38 as a lens on why budgets fail and how courage and counsel change the story. We share practical ways to move from wishy-washy habits to clear, accountable action that serves your real goals. • commitment versus wishy-washy money habits • King Zedekiah’s fear and mixed decisions • how fear sabotages budgets and debt payoff • surrender as decisive alignment with goals • wise counsel ver...
Send us a text Feeling pulled in every direction by money “shoulds”? We’re cutting through the noise to help you build a budget that matches your real life, not someone else’s highlight reel. I share the simple, repeatable steps I use with clients to uncover true priorities, choose smart trade-offs, and fund what actually matters in this season. We start by naming the pressure—milestones, trends, and the endless scroll that says you’re behind—then flip the script with a Priority List exercis...
Send us a text What if the real budget leak isn’t a line item—it’s your calendar? Danielle Reese, money coach and founder of the Better Budgeting Playbook, takes a scalpel to the cult of busy and reveals how constant motion fuels impulse spending, late fees, and emotional burnout. We trace the quiet path from overloaded schedules to DoorDash dinners, Amazon boxes you barely remember ordering, and the creeping disconnection that makes stress spending feel deserved. Then we flip the script with...
Send us a text We explore why smart people sabotage their money and how to stop it with simple tools that lower impulse, calm fear and build self-trust. We move from feelings versus facts to practical friction, root causes, and one action you can take this week. • feelings versus facts and how to separate them • fear of failure and fear of success shaping choices • childhood money scripts driving adult habits • dopamine spending and the doomscroll trap • self-trust, broken promises and accou...
Send us a text Have you ever watched thousands of dollars drain from your emergency fund in what feels like the blink of an eye? That sinking feeling when unexpected expenses hijack your carefully laid financial plans is something I experienced firsthand recently—$7,000 worth of dental emergencies, home repairs, and orthodontic surprises over just three months. The math is sobering. Even saving an ambitious $1,000 monthly moving forward, it would take seven full months to rebuild what disapp...
Send us a text Five years of coaching has shown me something alarming: getting out of debt and building savings is significantly harder now than in 2020. This isn't just perception – the numbers tell a powerful story of why so many feel financially stretched despite earning more than they did five years ago. When COVID hit in 2020, stimulus checks and enhanced unemployment created a temporary cash flow that masked underlying financial issues. Fast forward to 2022, inflation skyrocketed to 8%...
Send us a text Danielle is a money coach helping women and couples who have been trying to figure out their finances FINALLY create a clear plan so they don’t have to worry about waiting to refill their bank account the next payday. She is the founder of The Financial Freedom Society on Facebook and her signature money coaching program, The Better Budgeting Playbook. You can sign up for her newsletter by clicking here. Take the first step towards financial freedom and sign up for a compli...
Send us a text Ever blown your budget and felt like a complete financial failure? You're not alone—and it doesn't mean your financial planning skills are broken beyond repair. In this candid episode, I share my recent DIY deck painting project that went spectacularly over budget (six gallons of paint when I planned for three—and still counting!). As a money coach who's paid off $60,000 in debt, I'm pulling back the curtain to show that even financial professionals sometimes miscalculate expe...
Send us a text Do you ever look around at all the summer adventures flooding your social media and feel that crushing weight of parent guilt? That voice whispering, "My kids deserve better, but I just can't afford it"? You're not alone. In this heartfelt episode, we tackle that summer comparison trap head-on and reveal why the secret to family happiness isn't found in expensive vacations or theme park passes. Financial freedom isn't about having more money—it's about creating margin in your ...
Send us a text We explore why budgeting is never linear and how to effectively handle life's financial curveballs without derailing your progress or spiraling into guilt. • Better Budgeting Blueprint launching April 1st, 2025 for $99 with early release rebate opportunity • Advice for selling collectibles based on expert input from family members in the trading card business • The importance of staying calm during financial emergencies instead of letting emotions escalate • Why there are alwa...
Send us a text Money coach Danielle Reese shares powerful strategies for building a small business for financial freedom and unlimited income potential. She explores how entrepreneurship can transform your financial life without requiring significant startup capital or perfect timing. • Upcoming Better Budgeting Blueprint releasing April 2025 for $99 with special feedback offer • Various client business examples including laser engraving, microblading, photography, and yard sale flipping • B...
Send us a text Discover how to harness the power of credit card rewards while staying financially fit. We dive deep into the essential strategies for wise spending, budgeting insights, and practical advice on mastering credit card points. • Key aspects of effectively using credit card points • Importance of contentment in financial decisions • Necessity of a proper budget when using credit cards • Consequences of failing to manage credit card limits • Accessing ...
Send us a text This episode emphasizes understanding your financial relationship with tax refunds and how to strategically manage them for long-term gains. By balancing savings, debt reduction, and personal enjoyment, listeners can transform tax season from a stressful obligation into an opportunity for financial empowerment. • Importance of staying updated on tax deadlines • Mindset shift on taxes and view them as a reflection of income • Risks associated with large tax refunds ...
Send us a text What if recognizing the right moment to pivot in life could lead you to greater personal and financial freedom? Join me, Danielle Reese, as I share a personal journey through unexpected changes in our family's life that urged us to reassess our approach to homeschooling and my husband's work schedule. We explore the emotional challenges of knowing when something isn't working and the liberating effect of making essential changes. From shifting educational paths to reevaluating ...
Send us a text What if you could transform your financial future by relearning the fundamentals and embracing accountability? Join us on the Better Budgeting Podcast as we feature Kim Tocco, whose journey with her husband Tony showcases the incredible shifts achievable through the Better Budgeting Playbook. Kim's experience as a single mom merging her life with Tony's, amidst the challenges of medical bills and family expansion, highlights the power of prioritizing budgeting even in a bustlin...
Send us a text Ever been caught in a whirlwind weekend of kids' activities, juggling time and commitments? I found myself navigating just that, ensuring my daughter’s swim meet and my son’s first baseball practice didn't clash, thanks to the financial freedom that allowed me the flexibility to adapt on the fly. This personal story sets the stage for our discussion on the podcast, highlighting how financial independence empowers us to align our decisions with our family values, ensuring that e...
Send us a text This episode emphasizes the importance of organizing financial obligations and addressing cash flow issues as the new year begins. Listeners receive practical strategies for managing bills, setting realistic budgets, and transforming their relationship with money. • Celebrating podcast milestones and international growth • Importance of sharing financial journeys and testimonies • Strategies for organizing bills before budgeting • Understanding and reso...
Send us a text Uncover the secrets to transforming your financial habits with my personal journey into the world of budgeting. I'm Danielle Reese, and today's episode of the Better Budgeting Podcast is all about empowering you to master your yearly budget planning strategy. Join me as I recount the eye-opening experience of aligning our family's finances with our core values, including the unexpected revelation of our $500 Apple services bill. You'll learn why trendy budgeting getaway weekend...
Send us a text Ever wondered why you often leave stores like Target with more than you planned to buy? Join me, Danielle Reese, as I promise to guide you through understanding the nuances of impulsivity and how it affects your shopping habits, especially during the holiday season. Through engaging stories and 14 essential questions, we’ll explore how to pause and truly consider if a purchase serves your needs, fits your financial goals, and isn’t just a result of a fleeting impulse. Discover ...
Send us a text What if dinner cost less, tasted better, and actually made your week feel easier? We’re talking with bestselling cookbook author Rachel Farnsworth, founder of The Stay At Home Chef, about building a realistic meal strategy that beats rising grocery prices without sacrificing flavor, time, or sanity. Rachel shares how cooking pulled her through postpartum depression and became a way to serve millions, then breaks down the exact system behind her free Cheap Eats meal plan: four w...
