In this heartfelt episode of the Life After Debt podcast, Amber Duncan is joined by her long-time friend and new team member, Ryan James. Together, they open up about their personal battles with debt, how it affected their relationships, and the challenges they faced on their journey to financial freedom. Ryan shares his experience with credit card debt, the pressure of providing financial stability for his family, and his passion for helping others who are in similar situations.

We are back! In this episode of Life After Debt, Amber Duncan sits down with Carla Shellis to talk about the unique challenges women face during the holiday season—especially when it comes to stress and financial strain. They dive into the importance of meaningful gift-giving, the beauty of homemade presents, and the power of simply being present with loved ones.

Tune in this week as Amber and Cindy share the secrets of the wealthy. Hear their practical tips like opening a high-yield savings account and exploring sources of passive income. Being aware of your finances and making conscious decisions will set you on the right path to building wealth.

Join Amber and Ryan as they share some valuable insights on finding the right financial advisors and the significance of financial planning for everyone, regardless of your income level. Hear their thoughts on the importance of shifting our mindset from spending to saving and building an emergency fund. You'll also get some great tips on retirement planning, including using vehicles like 401ks and IRAs, as well as exploring the potential of real estate investments. Trust us, this is an episode you won't want to miss!

Have you ever wondered how keeping financial secrets can impact your relationships? Approximately 42% of couples keep financial secrets from one another. Join us for this episode as we shed light on the consequences of this behavior and initiate a conversation around this sensitive topic.

Join us this week as we get real and raw. Hear the transformative journey of one of our clients, Michele, who is taking back control of her finances with Life After Debt. This episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at our process and the positive impact it can have on your life. Get ready to be inspired and take charge of your financial future!

Join us this week for a conversation between Amber and Life After Debt coach Cindy Faulkner as they discuss the world of personal finance, offering practical tips and insights on how to effectively track your money and prioritize what truly matters to you. Join us as we uncover ways to remove guilt and shame from financial discussions, empowering you to take control of your financial journey with confidence. Get ready for some eye-opening conversations that will transform the way you approach your finances!

The latest episode of our podcast features an enlightening interview with Robert Ritzenhaler from REM Capital. Tune in as he shares valuable insights on long-term investments, the significance of personal connections in the investment world, and how property management can truly transform lives. Get ready to gain a whole new perspective on financial growth!

This week's episode is all about profiting off of the things you are passionate about. Unlock your financial potential with this insightful episode, diving into the secrets of monetizing your unique gifts and getting started in the world of investing. Make sure you tune in if you are ready to gain expert advice and inspiration for building wealth and living your best life!

Join us this week as we tackle some hard-to-talk-about topics with our special guest Cindy Faulkner. Cindy has a growing passion for creating a safe place for people to learn and grow while talking about the most intimate of topics without fear, shame, or judgment. We delve into the top reasons for divorce, explore the complexities of intimacy, and share invaluable insights on managing finances. You don't want to miss this eye-opening conversation!

If you have ever underestimated the importance of your overall health and well-being, you may want to listen to this episode. We do a deep dive into showing you the common traits and how they affect one’s ability to build wealth simply by how they take care of their own selves. You will see common traits that spill over and actually play a big role in the success or lack of individuals and have a better understanding of how you can actually have more control over your true wealth-building strategy simply by taking responsibility for your own health and how you approach it daily.

We are frequently asked, "What do you do differently than Dave Ramsey?" Here are five specific areas where we have a different approach, and how we can help you on your path to financial independence.

We're diving into the age-old question, does money really make you happy? We're here to spill the beans on our own journey and experience with both making money and losing it all. With talks about the initial joy of a fatter wallet and the truth about the "happiness threshold", we'll tackle the ins and outs of money's role in our well-being.

During our previous conversation, we emphasized the significance of taking care of our physical health amidst financial difficulties. Nevertheless, it’s equally essential to acknowledge the effects of these struggles on our mental well-being. Let’s hear from Thea, the brilliant mind behind “Beyond Ten,” who is an expert coach and consultant in leadership. Thea has been a friend and resource of Amber’s for years and has valuable insights on empowerment and achieving freedom in life.

About 73% of Americans say that their #1 stress is financial. How do we manage the overwhelming sense of never having enough or getting to where we desire to be financially? We deal with stress in unhealthy ways, from emotional eating (which we spoke about last week) to feeling helpless and stuck. Let's talk about how to break down the feeling of stress and how to get out of it in order to fully gain financial freedom both emotionally and physically.

Grace is an intuitive eating dietitian who sat down with us to discuss the importance of nutrition not only for your physical health but your mental health as well. Dieting can often be linked to shame, discouragement, and feelings of failure... But what if we could get rid of the all-or-nothing approach of dieting and instead "find the gray" areas of our nutrition?

In this episode, we talk about how your mindset impacts budgeting. We'll share tips to overcome negative thoughts and embrace a positive outlook on money. Join us as we explore how having the right mindset can help you manage your budget better and create a brighter future for your finances.

Ever heard the phrase "Here's how to budget" and felt an involuntary urge to disengage? What if we could reframe it as "How to get rich"? With this subtle shift in perspective, a world of possibilities opens up, revealing the significance behind it all and a fresh wave of motivation to embrace these principles wholeheartedly. In this episode, we break down the top essential elements that will empower you to either begin or continue on with your budgeting practices.

We're here again for a candid conversation with our iconic duo as we explore a topic that affects many of us: the "D-Word"... Debt? Or something else? In this episode, we leave no stone unturned as we share our personal experiences. Listen for the practical, the real, and the truth as we dive into what we have learned and what you should know about finances.