Episode 305

Personal Finance & Emotional Well-being with John De Goey

Published on: 22nd May, 2025

In this episode Lisa Drennon engages with financial expert John Joseph De Goey to explore the intricate relationship between personal finance and emotional well-being. They discuss the importance of financial literacy, the impact of optimism bias on financial decisions, and the emotional repercussions of divorce on financial stability. John shares his insights on building trust in financial relationships and emphasizes the need for evidence-based decision-making in finance. The conversation highlights the significance of understanding one's relationship with money and the emotional aspects that influence financial choices.

Takeaways:

It's important to squash financial illiteracy.

Understanding financial terms is crucial for making informed decisions.

Optimism bias can lead to poor financial choices.

Marriage decisions can have significant financial implications.

Divorce can have both emotional and financial repercussions.

Building a positive relationship with money is essential.

Trust is foundational in financial relationships.

Evidence-based decision-making is key in finance.

Money should be viewed as a means to an end.

Maintaining emotional well-being is important in financial planning.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Money Stories and Relationships

02:32 Early Money Memories and Financial Education

05:07 Personal Risks and Financial Decisions

09:06 Emotional Impact of Divorce on Finances

12:28 Building a Positive Relationship with Money

15:20 Trust and Client Relationships in Finance

17:38 Advice on Evidence-Based Financial Decisions

Connect with John here:

https://www.johndegoey.ca/ /

LinkedIn : https://ca.linkedin.com/in/johndegoey /

https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/make-better-wealth-decisions-how-financial-JEvywnpTd3H/

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I Date Money: Budget • Invest • Build Wealth After Divorce
Rebuild financial stability after divorce—rewrite your money story with clarity and confidence.
Welcome to iDateMoney®, the podcast where divorced mompreneurs learn how to rebuild financial stability after divorce without spreadsheets, shame, or second-guessing every decision.

Hosted by Lisa Drennon—Wealth Activator, money strategist, and creator of the Money Multiplier System— this show is where clarity meets confidence.

Each week, Lisa shares raw stories, practical strategies, and spiritual insights to help you:

Release fear and guilt around money so you feel safe spending again.

Create steady income and financial security—even if your business feels unpredictable.

Confidently pay yourself, cover taxes, and provide stability for your kids.

Rewrite your money story so you can step into your role as a secure, empowered mom.

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Lisa Drennon

Lisa Drennon, Wealth Activator & founder of iDateMoney® has been in the finance & insurance industry since 1987. Her unconventional Money Multiplier System transformed her money relationship to become a self-made millionaire, retire 2 ½ years early, pay $100K of debt in 6 months, & relocate to her beachfront dream home.