The Budget Affair
By 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!
The Budget AffairNov 11, 2021
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54. What Got You Here Won't Get You There; Lessons Learned & Light Bulb Moments
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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#NewJob #Confidence #Selfreflection #InnerG
Nov 11, 202125:07
53. Bonus Episode: How My Sister Became My Bestfriend
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!
Nov 04, 202108:02
52. Me vs Shady Credit Card Company
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.
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#financialjourney #debt #venting
IG @Thebudgetaffair
#financialjourney #debt #venting
Nov 04, 202124:23
51. Today Was a Good Day #GirlTalk
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
Oct 30, 202129:23
50. Things That Make Me Feel Financially Secure
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!
Oct 21, 202115:26
49. Surviving Car Repairs & Experiencing Financial Safety
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!
Oct 14, 202111:11
48. Budgeting: Create a Personal Finance Mission Statement
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.
Oct 10, 202110:17
47. That Last Episode Was Incomplete; Self-care!!!
Thanx for listening!
Aug 27, 202117:01
46. Compassion For You When Self-Care is Hard
Thanx for listening ❤️
Aug 25, 202115:14
45. Life Update - It’s Giving Emotional Rollercoaster
Thanx for listening 🤎
Aug 23, 202101:00:34
44. Some Things Is Just Bad Practice
Thank you for listening 🧡
Aug 21, 202123:55
43. Words of a Girl Who Keeps Going
Thank you for listening 🤎
Aug 09, 202101:48
42. Having Compassion For Yourself
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
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Let's be budget besties
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May 27, 202108:38
Control The Controllable
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!
May 20, 202106:09
41. Setting Boundaries in a Boundless World
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 🤎
May 13, 202134:15
40. Brace Yourself - Forgive Yourself For Getting On That Ride
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:
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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
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linktr.ee/Thebudgetaffair
May 06, 202108:50
39. The Power of Visualization
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!!!
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I hope you enjoyed this episode, let's be budget besties!!!
IG - @TheBudgetAffair
YT - The Budget Affair
Email - budgetaffair@gmail.com
Apr 29, 202105:07
38. Your Current Income is Worthy of Time and Attention
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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YT and IG: linktr.ee/thebudgetaffair
Apr 22, 202107:23
The Budget Affair Podcast Introduction
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 🤎
Apr 22, 202100:35
37. New Podcast Name; Let's Talk Success
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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YT- The Budget Affair
IG - @thebudgetaffair
YT- The Budget Affair
Apr 16, 202112:57
36. 5 Great Things About My Childhood
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 🦋
Feb 14, 202105:48
35. How You Feel is Valid AF'
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_
IG - @Hergems_
Feb 07, 202110:18
34. No Either Or
In this episode we talk about self-care and caring for others, and how the two go hand in hand! Thank you for listening!
Feb 04, 202113:11
33. Money, Shame, Guilt, Regret - The Ultimate Break up
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 ❤️
Jan 31, 202107:01
32. School, Politics, and life With My Baby Sister
Hey Ladies, in this episode I talk with my baby sister. We talk politics, school, life, and much more 🥰
Jan 23, 202117:29
31. Being Able to Say, I love You....
Hey Ladies, in this episode I talk about my fear of being vulnerable in relationships, and why arguing in romantic relationships turn me on 😩🤷🏽♀️
Jan 16, 202110:38
30. Peace from Within
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 ❤️
Jan 03, 202109:23
29. Brain Dump: The Hardest Part of Life is Choosing Happiness
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 ❤️
Nov 12, 202007:30
28. How To Avoid Abusive Relationships?
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 🦋
Oct 02, 202007:47
27. How to Handle Criticism At Work - Yearly Reviews
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 ❤️
Sep 26, 202003:37
26. How To Handle Rejection While Dating - I Was Recently Rejected, Here’s How I Handled It
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 ❤️
Sep 24, 202006:10
25. You’re The Sum of a Whole, Not Just One Piece
Hey Ladies, this is your weekly reminder that you are worthy even in your imperfections!! I love y’all so much for listening 💕
Sep 21, 202002:42
24. Follow the Footprints of Your Heart
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_
Sep 19, 202003:17
23. Your Problems Aren’t Going Anywhere, Go Be Happy
Hey Ladies, back with a new episode, this time short sweet! Thank you so much for listening, it means the world to me 💕
Sep 16, 202004:32
22. Essence of Self-Acceptance
Hey ladies, in this episode we talk about self-acceptance and it’s important role in building a relationship with yourself!
Aug 01, 202024:45
21. Birthday Behavior
Hey ladies, I’m back with another episode. Hope you enjoy ❤️
Aug 01, 202023:24
20. Sarah Baartman; The History of Body Criticism; Toxic Masculinity
#HeyLadies in this episode we talk about body liberation, self-love, and toxic masculinity with Ariana, the host of Jewel’s Space Podcast.
May 20, 202051:52
19. Discrimination Disguised as Entertainment + Quarantine + Money Thought Work
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!
May 06, 202023:35
18. Mommy wins + Self-belief + Therapy
#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
Apr 29, 202013:15
17. I don’t need Corona to be great, self-awareness, and budgeting
15. #HeyLadies Kaitlin is back with another #Girltalk. Grab your headphones, relax, and let’s chat. Follow us on IG @HerGems_Podcast
Apr 22, 202015:54
16. Dark skin femininity, plus size femininity, anti-diet culture, HAES, self-worth
#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
Apr 14, 202032:23
15. All Bets On Me
#GirlTalk Dating and knowing her self-worth, Kaitlin has learned how to say no and date with purpose!
Apr 05, 202010:17
14. Talk About Him Sus, PERIOD!
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
Dec 11, 201915:10
13. Aligning with Gods Agenda
later
Sep 18, 201911:57
11. Career Life Prayer Life
Welcome Back! In this episode we talk about Kaitlin’s career journey and how it relates to her prayer life.
Aug 26, 201922:03
10. Jobless, Emotional, and full of faith
In this episode we reflect on the 6 weeks Kaitlin was jobless, emotional, and full of faith.
Aug 12, 201910:38
09. Practice Grounds
Hey, in this episode Kaitlin talks about perfection, therapy, and healing. Hope you enjoy!
Jul 23, 201922:21
08. Whats the Alternative
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.
Morning Motivation Video: https://youtu.be/M8yhPmkxYNk
Jul 03, 201909:28
07. Unfamiliar to Our Senses
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Jun 11, 201908:40
06. Ugly Baby Syndrome
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!
Jun 05, 201912:29