Holistic Wealth Podcast

Financial trauma is an invisible wound that impacts millions—but few realize how deeply it is tied to narcissistic abuse and economic control. If you’ve ever felt trapped, financially dependent, or manipulated by a partner, parent, or employer, you’re not alone.

In this episode of the Holistic Wealth Podcast, we uncover the dark truth about financial trauma, expose the tactics used by financial abusers, and provide a powerful roadmap to reclaiming your financial freedom using the Holistic Wealth Framework outlined in the Holistic Wealth Expanded and Updated book. Subscribe and tune in to listen to this episode of the Holistic Wealth podcast.

Resources Used In This Episode:

• Holistic Wealth (Expanded and Updated): 36 Life Lessons To Help You Recover From Disruption, Find Your Life Purpose and Achieve Financial Freedom
• Holistic Wealth Personal Workbook by Keisha Blair
• The Certified Trauma of Money Program
• The Certified Holistic Wealth Consultant Program

The Startling Reality of Financial Trauma and Economic Abuse

Financial trauma isn’t just about struggling with money—it’s about the long-term psychological impact of financial manipulation, control, and scarcity. Studies show that financial trauma leads to:

• Anxiety and PTSD-like symptoms, as the brain reacts to financial stress the same way it does to life-threatening danger (American Psychological Association).
• Depression and suicidal ideation, with 23% of people experiencing severe financial stress reporting suicidal thoughts (National Endowment for Financial Education).
• Lower cognitive function, as chronic financial stress impairs decision-making and problem-solving skills (University of Cambridge research).

One of the most overlooked causes of financial trauma is Narcissistic economic abuse.

99% of Domestic Violence Survivors Experience Financial Abuse

According to the National Network to End Domestic Violence, financial abuse is present in 99% of domestic violence cases. It is the #1 reason victims feel trapped in abusive relationships.

Common forms of narcissistic economic abuse include:

• Debt Traps – Forcing victims to take out loans or credit cards in their name, leaving them burdened with debt.
• Financial Gaslighting – Making victims believe they are “bad with money” to justify taking total control.
• Career Sabotage – Discouraging victims from working or creating workplace drama that leads to job loss.
• Restricted Access – Controlling bank accounts, cutting off financial resources, and withholding money as punishment.

How Financial Trauma Traps Victims

Victims of narcissistic financial abuse often experience:

• Financial Paralysis – Fear of making any financial decisions without their abuser’s “approval.”
• Shame & Self-Blame – Feeling inadequate, even though they were manipulated into financial instability.
• Isolation & Helplessness – Being cut off from friends, family, and financial resources.