You’d rather not deal with money—money is already dealing with you.

For Avoiders like you, money talk can feel overwhelming. Budgets, spreadsheets, bills, investments—it’s like a language you were never taught but are expected to speak fluently. 

So, instead of facing it, you avoid it. If this feels a little too familiar, don’t worry—you often feel anxious when it comes to money. 

Maybe you grew up in a home where finances were a source of stress, arguments, or maybe you simply never felt equipped to ‘do it right.’

So now, even thinking about money brings up dread and a heavy fog of confusion.

But ignoring money doesn’t make the pressure go away.

Why do You Avoid?

Avoidance is a defence mechanism. It protects you from discomfort—temporarily. But while it might feel good in the moment to look away, it creates long-term chaos. 

Missed payments. Unplanned debt. That creeping feeling of being “behind,” even when you’re doing your best.

You’re not lazy. You’re not irresponsible. You just haven’t found a way to face money that feels safe, simple, and empowering.

Your Strengths

• Emotionally Aware: You feel things deeply and often know when something’s off—even if you don’t say it out loud.

• Peace-Seeking: You want a life free of financial anxiety, even if you don’t know where to start yet.

• Adaptable: You’ve learned how to make do, even in tough situations.
  

Growth Opportunities

• Start Small: Don’t try to ‘fix everything’ overnight. Begin by checking your balance once a week. That’s enough for now.

• Create a Safe Space for Learning: No jargon, no pressure—just you, a notebook, and a goal. Watch one video, read one post. That’s progress.

• Set a Weekly ‘Money Date’: Make it gentle. Light a candle. Put on music. Look at your finances for 20 minutes, max. You’re rewiring fear into confidence.

• Use Automation to Reduce Pressure: Set bills on autopay. Create auto-savings. Let systems support you while you rebuild your relationship with money.
  

A Message for You

Avoidance isn’t weakness—it’s a response to pain. But you’ve outgrown it. You’re ready to step out of survival mode.

You don’t need to become a money expert. You just need to become present. Because the longer you delay, the more power you give away.

Facing your finances isn’t scary when you do it step by step. It’s not about being perfect—it’s about being aware. 

And with awareness comes peace, control, and freedom.

You’ve got this. And every small step counts.