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Life Kit · July 13, 2026 · 23m

A financial planner's advice for spending without guilt

In this episode of Life Kit, host Marielle Segarra sits down with certified financial planner Lauryn Williams to explore the pervasive feeling of financial guilt. Williams explains how shame around spending—whether you feel you're overspending or underspending—can sabotage your financial goals. She offers strategies for identifying your core values and aligning your spending with what truly matters to you, so you can spend without regret. The conversation covers both the emotional and practical sides of money management, aiming to help listeners break free from the guilt cycle.

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Highlights

Financial Guilt Hinders Progress
Feeling guilty about spending, whether too much or too little, can create a cycle that prevents you from reaching your financial goals.
Align Spending with Your Values
By identifying what truly matters to you and directing your money there, you can reduce guilt because every purchase reflects your priorities.
Address Both Overspending and Underspending Guilt
Guilt can come from spending too much or from not spending enough on yourself, and both need attention to achieve financial well-being.
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