Jul 27, 2026 · 18 min · 10 segments
**Summer Replay Series:** Throughout the summer, I'm revisiting some of the most impactful conversations from the *Single Parent Reset* podcast. Whether you're listening for the first time or coming…
Orla DonoghueHost
When it comes to your finances, do you find that your head is in the sand? Are you letting your financial situation define you? Or perhaps you have a feeling of guilt and shame around your financial situation.

Today, we're diving into how you can shift your money mindset to feel more control, confidence and empowered with your finances.

Living on one income can feel like a constant balancing act, trying to cover essentials, plan for the future and still enjoy life without feeling stretched too thin.

Whether it's keeping up with friends who have more financial flexibility or wanting to provide special experiences for your child without overextending yourself.

Questioning whether you're doing enough or feeling bad about spending on yourself also.

And as a single parent, it can sometimes feel like you're navigating it all alone.

It can be too easy to feel held back by and defined by our financial situation.

But understanding your relationship with money and recognising the patterns that shape your financial decisions can bring a sense of clarity and control.

It's about confidence choices and creating a life that aligns with your values.

It's a topic that many people shy away from even talking about, but today we're going to uncover your true thoughts and feelings around your finances.

and find a way for you to move forward, feeling more in control about your financial situation.

We are going to look into understanding your money story and delving into your past experiences and beliefs about money to understand how they shape your current financial behaviours.

We will look at your spending passions and explore your spending habits, identifying triggers and areas for improvement.

And we will also look at shifting your focus and learning to focus on what you do have rather than what you don't.

When it comes to your finances, do you find that your head is in the sand? Are you letting your financial situation define you? Or perhaps you have a feeling of guilt and shame around your financial situation.

Today, we're diving into how you can shift your money mindset to feel more control, confidence and empowered with your finances.

Living on one income can feel like a constant balancing act, trying to cover essentials, plan for the future and still enjoy life without feeling stretched too thin.

Whether it's keeping up with friends who have more financial flexibility or wanting to provide special experiences for your child without overextending yourself.

Questioning whether you're doing enough or feeling bad about spending on yourself also.

And as a single parent, it can sometimes feel like you're navigating it all alone.

It can be too easy to feel held back by and defined by our financial situation.

But understanding your relationship with money and recognising the patterns that shape your financial decisions can bring a sense of clarity and control.

It's about confidence choices and creating a life that aligns with your values.

It's a topic that many people shy away from even talking about, but today we're going to uncover your true thoughts and feelings around your finances.

and find a way for you to move forward, feeling more in control about your financial situation.

We are going to look into understanding your money story and delving into your past experiences and beliefs about money to understand how they shape your current financial behaviours.

We will look at your spending passions and explore your spending habits, identifying triggers and areas for improvement.

And we will also look at shifting your focus and learning to focus on what you do have rather than what you don't.
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