The Balanced Pursuit

The Balanced Pursuit

di Chelsea Langenstam
22. The Link Between Finances and Mental Health with @nikkihollitherapy
Money is emotional - and it’s time we talk about it. In this episode, I sit down with therapist Nikki Hollinson to unpack the complex relationship between our financial lives and our mental health. We talk about the stress of debt, the guilt around spending, coping mechanisms, and how our childhood shapes the way we handle money as adults. If you’ve ever felt anxious just looking at your bank account, this one’s for you.
21. Incorporating in Canada - Q&A
Thinking about incorporating your business in Canada? In this Q&A-style episode, I answer your questions about when and why to incorporate, how I did it, and what my experience has been so far. Whether you're just starting out or considering the next step, this episode breaks it all down from my experience - no fluff, just real talk from someone who's also trying to figure it out!
20. Investing 101: @joyeeeyangg on Risk, Confidence & Getting Started
In this episode, Joyee shares the investing lessons she’s learned over the years - from her very first investment to managing risk and building long-term wealth. Whether you’re just starting out or need a refresher, this conversation covers all the investing basics you need to know.
19. Real Talk About Buying Property in Vancouver with @finesrealestate
Buying a home feels impossible for a lot of people - especially in a market like Vancouver. But is it really out of reach? In this episode, I sit down with real estate agent Karly Fines (@finesrealestate) to talk about the truth behind homeownership today.
18. Building a Business with Purpose: The Story Behind @plungewellnessstudio
In this episode, I chat with Layne, the founder of @plungewellnessstudio, about her journey building a purpose-driven wellness business in Squamish. We dive into entrepreneurship, finances, and what it really takes to bring a bold vision to life.
17. Flights, Points & Travel Hacking with @thecanadianjetsetter
In this episode, Graeme (@thecanadianjetsetter) shares how he’s built a lifestyle centred around travel and freedom. We dive into how he uses points and travel hacks to see the world for less. If you’ve ever wanted to travel more while spending less, you'll enjoy this conversation!
16. Overcoming Overshopping & Taking Control with @thestyleaudit
In this episode, Hannah (@thestyleaudit) opens up about her journey from chronic overspending to intentional living. We talk about the mindset shifts that helped her break the cycle of overshopping, how she rebuilt her relationship with money, and her best tips for anyone feeling stuck in patterns of financial self-sabotage. This one’s a must-listen if you’re ready to reclaim control and build lasting momentum.
15. Increasing Your Income With Side Hustles
Have you ever felt like your 9-5 is just enough to cover your bills, but not enough to give you the life that you actually want? Or that it will take years and even decades to get to where you want to be? That was me for years.
14. Money Moves In An Uncertain Economy
For today’s episode, I want to gear toward all the uncertainty in the world. These are times when if you didn’t care about your finances, now you definitely should. So with this, I’m going to dig into seven smart money moves I’m personally making to ensure I’m in control of my own financial life.
13. How To Get Out Of Debt
I’m going to just say it right from the get-go, but debt sucks. It stresses you out, it limits your choices, and you just feel stuck. Look, I’ve been there. However, something I learned quickly once I was serious about paying off my debt is that staying in debt - now this, most of the time, is a choice.
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