Release the Debt Shame


Wealth and Wisdom
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Debt is not a moral failure.

It’s just a math problem with feelings attached.

Here’s what I mean: owing money doesn’t say a thing about your worth, discipline, or character.
It simply reflects numbers on a page. Butttt, the feelings (shame, fear, guilt) are what make it feel heavier than it really is.
Shame is heavy, friends. And it can’t pay a single bill.

Dollars and Sense

Last week, a woman slid into my DMs, “I want to join your program, but I’m too embarrassed… I have credit card debt.” And my heart broke a little. Because how many of us carry that same secret?


Here’s the truth: debt is not a character flaw. It’s not proof that you’re reckless or unworthy. Most times, it’s just the receipt of life happening . . . Medical bills piling up, helping out family, surviving a layoff, or even swiping the card for a little joy in the middle of a hard season.

That’s human. That’s survival. And none of it makes you less deserving of financial peace.


If you're paying extra toward debt, try sending that extra payment the same day you get paid.

Before that money makes brunch plans without you. It’s a small shift that adds up big.


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Hit reply and tell me: what would freedom from money shame (that heavy guilt or embarrassment about your financial story) feel like for you right now?

I read every message personally!

Until next time,

LaQueshia Clemons

Financial Therapist, AFC®, LCSW

Founder, Freedom Life Therapy

860-517-4352

www.freedomlifetherapy.com

101 Centerpoint Drive, Suite 214, Middletown, CT 06457


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