So money episode 1527, breaking free from the guilt and shame of building wealth.

Welcome to so money.

I think that there is a place for everyone in this, this fight in this effort to change the,

the wealth gaps. And I think that people need to be aware of what feels good for them and how

to show up. Welcome to so money, everybody. Juneteenth, 2023. Today is a federal holiday in the

United States, commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. It's also

an important day for reflecting on the ongoing work that we still need to do to build true equity.

Today, our conversation shifts to financial equity and the role mental health plays in supporting

our journey to financial independence. And if you are a person of color in particular, you may have

a unique set of generational trauma that continues to make life complex and your dealings with money

challenging from guilt to shame, breaking free can be tough. So we're going to talk through some

of these emotional hurdles, discuss some advice with two guests, Yemi Rose, founder of Of Color,

which is a black-owned financial wellness platform available to all, but unapologetically centered

around employees of color. And Asia Evans, she's a licensed therapist who helps clients,

relieve money anxiety to achieve financial wellness.

Asia Evans and Yemi Rose, welcome to so money. It's a pleasure to have you on the show. Yemi,

you're a friend of the podcast. At this point, I think what this is like your third time on,

we've collaborated a lot in real life as well. I'm excited and honored to have you both here.

It is Juneteenth and we thought with the backdrop of this moment to reflect on how far we've come

as a nation with regards to equity and equal rights and also the work that still needs to happen

to close all of the gaps. We want to talk about your work, Yemi, as well as your work, Asia,

and together your work and how you're making an impact. But first, Yemi, let's catch up.

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