Know Yourself, Know Your Money by Rachel Cruze Summary
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Discover why you handle money the way you do in Rachel Cruze's psychological deep-dive into financial behavior. This two-time #1 bestselling author reveals seven distinct money personalities shaped by childhood experiences. Dave Ramsey's daughter will transform how you communicate about finances forever.
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When Your Wallet Reveals Your Soul
A woman once bought her dream car-a sleek luxury SUV she'd admired for years. She paid cash, stayed within budget, and drove it proudly for months. Then one day, she sold it at a loss and bought something cheaper. Why? Because every time someone complimented it, she felt embarrassed rather than excited. She'd bought it to prove something to others, not because she truly wanted it. That's the strange paradox of money: two people can make identical financial decisions, yet one thrives while the other struggles-not because of what they bought, but because of why they bought it. Understanding this difference isn't just helpful for your bank account; it's transformative for your entire life. Money doesn't reveal your math skills-it reveals your heart, your fears, your childhood, and the stories you tell yourself about who you are. Your financial journey isn't ultimately about what you keep-it's about what you give and who you become along the way.
The Invisible Classroom That Shaped Your Financial DNA
The Hidden Patterns Driving Your Financial Choices
The Fears That Hijack Your Financial Future and Why You Buy What You Buy
When Grace and Truth Collide in Financial Relationships
Dreams as Financial Fuel
The Transformation That Changes Everything
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"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
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