A Better Way to Money

The Hidden Forces Crushing Your Money Habits (And How to Fight Back)

How is it that we can know exactly what to do with our money, and still not do it? Host Jennifer Borget sits down with behavioral scientist Dr. Wendy De La Rosa to shed light on the structural forces that make it so much easier to spend than save—and what to do about it. From blocking off a “Financial Health Day” to changing your credit card due date, you’ll learn how to change your psychology, habits and environment to build a more secure future. Download your free Family Finances workbook to start building better money habits TODAY: https://www.northwesternmutual.com/life-and-money/how-to-buid-better-spending-and-saving-habits Connect with Northwestern MutualFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/northwesternmutualInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/northwesternmutual/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/northwestern-mutual/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@northwesternmutual

Season 3 Trailer: Build the Life You Want—No Matter What Comes Next

The world is changing fast, and your financial life is changing with it. In Season 3 of A Better Way to Money, host Jennifer Borget and a lineup of renowned experts help you navigate your next several money moves. From AI reshaping careers to evolving ideas about retirement and what "enough" really means, we're leaning into the uncertainty of modern life and finding new opportunities to build something better—for right now and the future ahead. New season kicks off April 16th. Follow us wherever you get your podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-better-way-to-money/id1765519164 https://open.spotify.com/show/3Xl6IC9kkfx5DYD05tL1FS https://www.youtube.com/c/northwesternmutual

Finances & Feelings: True Accounts

Money isn’t just math, it’s emotions, values, and tough conversations. In this bonus episode, financial therapist Aja Evans and Northwestern Mutual’s Lauren Yoder join host Jennifer to unpack two common money challenges: balancing priorities while raising kids and navigating financial secrets in relationships. They explore why emotions run high with money, how values shape decisions, and how planning with an advisor can ease stress and build alignment. Listen to this episode and more on our website:https://www.northwesternmutual.com/life-and-money/how-to-resolve-financial-conflict Connect with A Better Way to Money® on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/a-better-way-to-money-podcast/

Money, Meaning and Your Purposeful Life

Have you ever felt anxious that you’re not living out your life’s purpose... or worried you don’t even know what it is? Jordan Grumet, author of Taking Stock and The Purpose Code, is a hospice physician who left private practice to follow his passion for conversations about money, purpose and life. He joins Jennifer Borget to explore why purpose doesn’t have to be one big “what” but can be a series of meaningful “whys.” Jordan shares how you can define purpose on your own terms and align your financial life to support it. Listen to this episode and more on our website: https://www.northwesternmutual.com/how-to-identify-your-purpose-and-build-your-life-around-it Link to No Regrets Bingo Card: https://www.northwesternmutual.com/assets/pdf/no-regrets-bingo-card.pdf Connect with A Better Way to Money® on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/a-better-way-to-money-podcast/

Finding Financial Balance in Parenthood

Between school drop-offs, back-to-back meetings and skyrocketing summer camp costs, parenting today can feel like a never-ending juggling act. In this episode, Dr. Whitney Casares, pediatrician, author and founder of Modern Mommy Doc, opens up about her journey from burnout to balance. She shares the moment that led her to redefine what truly matters and how she now helps other parents align their time, money and energy with their values. Listen to this episode and more on our website: https://www.northwesternmutual.com/how-to-find-balance-in-parenthood/ Link to Parenting Prioritization Worksheet: https://www.northwesternmutual.com/assets/pdf/prioritizing-finances-with-kids.pdf Connect with A Better Way to Money® on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/a-better-way-to-money-podcast/