What You Need to Know About Financial Abuse

#073: In today’s episode, as we honor Domestic Violence Awareness month, I’m diving into a heavy but critical issue for our community to discuss: financial abuse. It may be more difficult to pinpoint than other types of abuse, but it still has life-threatening consequences. We’re talking about how to spot financial abuse, how to find the support you need, and why you’re entitled to a thriving, healthy relationship. ***Please note that the content in this episode contains emotionally triggering content. (2:46) Learn the true definition of financial abuse (5:59) Identify the tactics an abuser uses to convince a victim why they don’t deserve access to their own money (13:43) Why we have to normalize talking about financial abuse (26:10) Why you need to talk to a friend before you address an abuser directly (27:01) The best way you can support a friend you suspect is in a vulnerable position Looking for more information, mama? Visit the show notes at https://www.smartmoneymamas.com/73