Financial pressures often loom like a shadow, casting a considerable emotional toll on individuals and is often intertwined with societal expectations. Those pressures can take a significant toll on us, affecting all areas of our lives and especially our mental health.
From the emotional wreckage left in the wake of business and professional failures to the relentless weight of financial obligations, we may find ourselves grappling with a myriad of emotions - including feelings of self-doubt and worthlessness. An added layer of emotional complexity emerges when there is an expectation by both immediate and extended family that they must be financially supported. Financial pressures are often exacerbated when family members assume that “successful” relatives have an endless well of resources to share.
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In this episode, we aim to shed light on the complex relationship between financial stress and mental health, and provide you with tools, insights, and practical advice to navigate the storm when faced with the overwhelming burden of economic hardship.
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Vangile Makwakwa
Author
Tracey Ward
Team leader and Investec Financial Adviser
Vangile Makwakwa
Author
Tracey Ward
Team leader and Investec Financial Adviser
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