Debunking the Lie: “Women Like Me Don’t Live Like That”: From Poverty to Six Figures
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Have you ever wanted something—a different career, more financial breathing room, a chance to try something new—and immediately thought, “That’s for somebody else”?
I grew up poor in a blended family of nine in a three-bedroom trailer. We had government cheese, powdered milk, and wicker patio furniture in our living room. Years later, I almost let the fear of rejection keep me from pursuing the job that changed my career.
In this episode, I share how I went from earning $7.93 an hour as a bank teller to building a six-figure career in tech without a college degree. My brother helped open a door, and years of blogging and video editing gave me experience I hadn’t fully given myself credit for.
But this isn’t a story about having everything figured out. I also talk honestly about emotional spending, credit-card debt, and why earning more hasn’t automatically brought the financial peace I expected.
If you grew up with little money, little support, or both, this conversation is about noticing how those experiences may still influence what you believe is possible for you.
In this episode:
- What growing up poor looked like in my family.
- The opportunity I almost didn’t pursue because I feared rejection.
- Recognizing experience gained outside a classroom.
- Why career success hasn’t erased my need to prove myself.
- The connection I’m noticing between childhood scarcity and spending.
- Taking one practical step toward something you’ve assumed is out of reach.
Something to consider this week:
What’s one thing you want that you’ve been dismissing because of who you think you are? Find out what it actually requires before deciding it isn’t possible.
Discover your perfectionism pattern
Take the free Perfection Hangover Archetype Quiz to explore the patterns that may be showing up in your decisions. My result is The Prover—what resonates with you?
If a friend came to mind while you listened, send her this episode. It might start a conversation you both need.
