Money is one of the loneliest topics. People hesitate to talk about it, afraid of judgment. But what if gratitude could change that? What if we saw money as something that connects rather than isolates?

Wisdom isn’t just what you know—it’s what you share. Gratitude isn’t just what you feel—it’s what you do. Money isn’t just what you have—it’s how you use it. My grandmother lived these lessons. Read more: substack.com/@meghaanlurtz

A quick financial gratitude exercise: Think of one decision you’ve made about money that you’re grateful for. Now, think of one person who helped you along the way. Now, tell them. Let’s make financial conversations less lonely.

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Financial gratitude is something we rarely talk about. Have you ever stopped to consider what you're grateful for when it comes to money? Not just what you have, but the opportunities, lessons, and relationships money has enabled? Let’s reflect together below!

Scarcity vs. Abundance: My grandmother never had much money, but she was never poor in spirit. She saw the world as full of enough—enough love, enough creativity, enough support. That mindset shaped me. How do you see abundance in your life?

People hesitate to express financial gratitude because they fear it makes them look privileged or weak. But gratitude isn’t about taking credit—it’s about connection. And connection makes money conversations feel less isolating.

What’s one financial decision you’re grateful for? Maybe it was advice you received, an opportunity you took, or a lesson learned the hard way. Financial gratitude changes how we see our choices. Please share below!

We’re often taught to be grateful after we reach a goal. But what if gratitude itself could change how we navigate success? My grandmother understood this deeply. Here’s what she taught me about wisdom, money, and the power of gratitude: substack.com/@meghaanlurtz

Money conversations often feel transactional. But what if they were relational? What if financial planning started with: ‘What do you value?’ ‘Who do you want to support?’ ‘How do you want to feel about money?’ My grandmother’s wisdom applies substack.com

Ask & Understand Ask: When making financial decisions, do you focus more on short-term results, long-term outcomes, or both? Why? Understand: Another's strategic thinking and alignment with broader objectives. #financialdecisions #financialwellness #financialplanning

Imagine starting every financial conversation with gratitude. Instead of ‘How much do I need?’ ask, ‘What am I grateful for in my financial life?’ How might that shift your decisions? Read more about how gratitude can change money substack.com

Financial gratitude isn’t about saying ‘I have enough money.’ It’s about recognizing what money has enabled—relationships, opportunities, stability, generosity. My grandmother understood this deeply. Here’s what she taught me: substack.com/@meghaanlurtz

We say we want ‘financial independence.’ But no one builds financial stability alone. We learn from parents, mentors, teachers, and friends. Financial gratitude is about recognizing that—and using money to build stronger connections

Talking about money feels lonely because we think of it as numbers, not relationships. But money is deeply relational—who we share it with, who we learn from, who we support. What if we approached it with that mindset? More in my latest post: substack.com/@meghaanlurtz

Gratitude is a practice, not a personality trait. And financial gratitude? That’s even harder. But my grandmother taught me that recognizing who helped us—mentors, friends, even strangers—matters. Here’s why that lesson changed how I think about substack.com

Gratitude isn’t ignoring financial struggles—it’s recognizing what we do have, even in uncertainty. My grandmother taught me that. And it turns out, financial research backs her up. Read more: substack.com/@meghaanlurtz

Ask & Understand Ask: How do you typically respond to unexpected financial changes or market volatility? Understand: An individual's coping mechanisms (or lack thereof) and flexibility. #MarketVolatility #CopingMechanisms #FinancialPlanning #Adaptability #MoneyManagement

Ask & Understand Ask: What role do you expect your financial advisor to play during periods of uncertainty or change? Understand: Relationship expectations during critical moments. #ClientExpectations #FinancialPlanning #Uncertainty #AdvisoryRole #WealthManagement

Ask & Understand Ask: What steps do you take to adjust your financial goals when life circumstances change? Understand: Another's adaptability and collaboration in navigating change. #Collaboration #LifeChanges #GoalSetting #FinancialAdvice #NavigateChange #GrowthMindset