Everyone's Talkin' Money

You can be earning good income, paying your bills, and trying to budget—and still feel like you’re stuck in the same financial patterns over and over again. Overspending when you’re stressed. Avoiding your accounts when you’re overwhelmed. Feeling shame about debt, even when life is the thing that put you there in the first place.

In this episode, Shari Rash, founder of GWA Wealth, sits down with certified financial therapist Dr. Erica Rasure to unpack the emotional side of money and why so many financial struggles have less to do with math and more to do with behavior, stress, and past experiences.

They talk about the difference between financial stress and financial trauma, how shame keeps people stuck, and why traditional budgeting often fails when it doesn’t account for real life—or real emotions. You’ll also hear why debt is often the result of life events, not poor choices, and how to start rebuilding your relationship with money without guilt or self-blame.

This conversation will help you understand your financial patterns, recognize emotional triggers around spending, and take the first small step toward lasting change—even if you feel overwhelmed right now.

You’ll walk away with a clearer understanding of why your money habits feel hard to change, how to shift from shame to progress, and practical ways to move forward with more confidence and self-compassion.

If you’re ready to go deeper than just listening—if you want support, accountability, and a place to work through your money decisions in real time—the Everyone’s Talkin’ Money Club is here for you. It’s where these conversations turn into action, with live guidance, community support, and practical tools to help you build lasting change. You can learn more and join us at everyonestalkinmoney.com.

Shari Rash is a financial planner and Investment Adviser Representative of GWA Wealth, a Registered Investment Adviser. The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be construed as personalized investment, tax, or legal advice. Listening to this podcast does not create an advisory relationship with Shari Rash or GWA Wealth. All investments involve risk, including the potential loss of principal. Any references to specific investments, strategies, or securities are for illustrative purposes only and are not recommendations. You should consult your own financial advisor, tax professional, or attorney regarding your individual situation before making any financial decisions.

The views expressed by guests are their own and don’t necessarily reflect the views of GWA Wealth.
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Have you ever bought a stock, ETF, or fund because you heard about it on a podcast, saw it in a newsletter, or watched someone talk about it online?

You’re not alone—and you’re not wrong for wanting to learn more about investing. But there’s a hidden risk that most people don’t realize: the problem usually isn’t the investment itself. It’s making financial decisions without a strategy built for your life.

In this episode, Shari Rash, founder of GWA Wealth, breaks down the real danger of taking investment advice from podcasts, articles, social media, and talking heads. You’ll hear why different fund names don’t automatically mean diversification, how you might be buying the same investment over and over again without realizing it, and why performance chasing is one of the most expensive mistakes investors make.

Shari also explains how financial media is designed to share information—not personalized advice—and why context matters more than any single investment recommendation. This episode will help you shift from reacting to headlines to building a clear, intentional strategy that supports your long-term goals.

You’ll learn how to spot duplication in your portfolio, how to evaluate investment ideas before acting on them, and why having a plan makes market ups and downs feel less stressful and more manageable.

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by investment advice or unsure whether your portfolio actually makes sense, this episode will give you the clarity and confidence to move forward.

For more practical, real-life guidance like this, join the Talkin’ Points newsletter at everyonestalkinmoneypodcast.com.

If you’re ready for personalized, judgment-free financial guidance, learn more about working with Shari. Shari Rash is the founder of GWA Wealth, a virtual advisory firm helping women make confident, values-aligned decisions with their money. Visit GWA Wealth to explore your next step.

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Shari Rash is a financial planner and Investment Adviser Representative of GWA Wealth, a Registered Investment Adviser. The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be construed as personalized investment, tax, or legal advice. Listening to this podcast does not create an advisory relationship with Shari Rash or GWA Wealth. All investments involve risk, including the potential loss of principal. Any references to specific investments, strategies, or securities are for illustrative purposes only and are not recommendations. You should consult your own financial advisor, tax professional, or attorney regarding your individual situation before making any financial decisions.
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Rereleasing one of those episodes that hits differently when you’re in a new season with money.

What if the real issue isn’t that you’re bad with money, but that your relationship with it is strained? In this episode, Shari Rash, founder of GWA Wealth, explores what happens when you stop seeing money as a source of pressure, shame, or chaos and start looking at it as a relationship that needs attention, honesty, respect, and consistency.

If you’ve been avoiding your accounts, breaking promises to yourself, spending emotionally, or feeling stuck in cycles you can’t seem to change, this conversation will help you understand why. More importantly, it’ll help you shift the way you interact with your money so it can finally start working for you instead of feeling like one more thing you’re fighting with.

You’ll hear:How financial avoidance quietly damages your confidenceThe sneaky ways you may be disrespecting your own moneyWhy overspending, procrastination, and comparison are often relationship patterns, not just bad habitsHow to start treating your money with more consistency, honesty, and careFive simple ways to build a healthier relationship with your finances starting now

If you make good money but still don’t feel fully in control of it, this episode will help you reconnect with your money in a way that feels practical, grounded, and doable.

If you’re ready for personalized, judgment-free financial guidance, learn more about working with Shari. Shari Rash is the founder of GWA Wealth, a virtual advisory firm helping women make confident, values-aligned decisions with their money. Visit GWA Wealth to explore your next step.

Talkin’ Points → where your money gets smarter.

Real talk, practical tips, zero guilt straight to your inbox. Sign up here. 

Be sure to like and follow the show on your favorite podcast app!

Keep the conversation going on Instagram @everyonestalkinmoney

Shari Rash is a financial planner and Investment Adviser Representative of GWA Wealth, a Registered Investment Adviser. The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be construed as personalized investment, tax, or legal advice. Listening to this podcast does not create an advisory relationship with Shari Rash or GWA Wealth. All investments involve risk, including the potential loss of principal. Any references to specific investments, strategies, or securities are for illustrative purposes only and are not recommendations. You should consult your own financial advisor, tax professional, or attorney regarding your individual situation before making any financial decisions.
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Taxes can feel intimidating, confusing, and deeply emotional—especially if you're self-employed or earning good money and still feel unsure about what you're doing.

In this episode, Shari Rash, founder of GWA Wealth, sits down with tax expert Hannah Cole to talk about what taxes actually look like in real life—and why so many people feel overwhelmed by them.

Hannah shares how her own experience as a working artist led her to become a tax professional and build a company focused on helping people understand their taxes without shame or judgment. Together, Shari and Hannah break down the difference between tax preparation and tax planning, why finding the right accountant matters more than most people realize, and how small decisions throughout the year can significantly impact your tax bill.

They also discuss what to do if you owe more than expected, how to think about retirement accounts like IRAs and HSAs, why tax literacy is one of the most powerful financial skills you can build, and the mindset shift that helps you stop seeing taxes as punishment and start seeing them as part of a long-term financial strategy.

If you've ever felt confused about taxes, nervous about filing, or frustrated that your tax bill keeps rising as your income grows, this episode will help you understand what's really happening and what to do next.

You'll hear why taxes feel so personal, how to evaluate and interview an accountant, what actions you can still take after the year ends, and the simple habits that make tax season dramatically less stressful.

The podcast is where we start the conversation. The ETM Club is where we build the plan. If you want deeper guidance, live support, and a place to actually follow through, this is your next step. You can join us anytime at everyonestalkinmoney.com

If you’re ready for personalized, judgment-free financial guidance, learn more about working with Shari. Shari Rash is the founder of GWA Wealth, a virtual advisory firm helping women make confident, values-aligned decisions with their money. Visit GWA Wealth to explore your next step.

Talkin’ Points → where your money gets smarter.

Real talk, practical tips, zero guilt straight to your inbox. Sign up here. 

Be sure to like and follow the show on your favorite podcast app!

Keep the conversation going on Instagram @everyonestalkinmoney

Shari Rash is a financial planner and Investment Adviser Representative of GWA Wealth, a Registered Investment Adviser. The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be construed as personalized investment, tax, or legal advice. Listening to this podcast does not create an advisory relationship with Shari Rash or GWA Wealth. All investments involve risk, including the potential loss of principal. Any references to specific investments, strategies, or securities are for illustrative purposes only and are not recommendations. You should consult your own financial advisor, tax professional, or attorney regarding your individual situation before making any financial decisions.

The views expressed by guests are their own and don’t necessarily reflect the views of GWA Wealth.
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Tax day is right around the corner, and if you’ve ever looked at your tax bill and thought, “Wait… why do I owe this much?” you’re not alone.

Most people assume taxes are something that get figured out in April. But by the time you’re filing your return, the outcome is already decided.

In this episode, Shari Rash, founder of GWA Wealth, breaks down the most common tax mistakes high earners make and why these decisions can quietly cost you thousands over time.

You’ll learn why treating taxes like a once-a-year event leads to missed opportunities, how celebrating a tax refund might actually be a red flag, and why focusing only on this year’s tax bill can hurt your long-term wealth.

Shari also walks through the key accounts and strategies that help reduce taxes over time, the difference between tax preparation and tax planning, and why relying on your accountant alone isn’t enough to create a real tax strategy.

This episode isn’t about complicated loopholes or aggressive tactics. It’s about understanding how your everyday financial decisions impact your taxes so you can start making smarter moves throughout the year.

You’ll hear why taxes feel like a surprise even when you’re doing well financially, the biggest tax mistakes high earners make, how tax-advantaged accounts actually work, and what to do differently so you’re not in the same position next year.

You’ll walk away with a clearer understanding of how your tax bill is created, one simple change you can make this year, and the confidence that taxes don’t have to feel confusing or out of your control.

If you want more real-life strategies like this, join the Talkin’ Points newsletter at everyonestalkinmoneypodcast.com.

If you’re ready for to build a solid financial foundation with Shari, take the first step and visit GWA Wealth and schedule a free introductory call.

Shari Rash is a financial planner and Investment Adviser Representative of GWA Wealth, a Registered Investment Adviser. The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be construed as personalized investment, tax, or legal advice. Listening to this podcast does not create an advisory relationship with Shari Rash or GWA Wealth. All investments involve risk, including the potential loss of principal. Any references to specific investments, strategies, or securities are for illustrative purposes only and are not recommendations. You should consult your own financial advisor, tax professional, or attorney regarding your individual situation before making any financial decisions.
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