Setting Boundaries With Money: Saying “No” Without Guilt This Holiday Season
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Join us this week for our community chat, “Setting Boundaries With Money: Saying ‘No’ Without Guilt This Holiday Season.” We’ll explore how to enjoy the magic of the season without the financial stress, from setting spending limits and managing expectations to finding joy in simple, meaningful traditions. Come share your experiences and discover practical tips for protecting both your wallet and your well-being this holiday season!
Topic: Setting Boundaries With Money: Saying “No” Without Guilt This Holiday Season
When: Wednesday, December 3, 2025
Where: Join the live hashtag discussion
The panel will include: Jeanne Kelly: Credit expert, identity theft expert, speaker and founder of JeanneKelly.net; Felicity Watts: Author at American Consumer Credit Counseling; Danielle Miura, CFP®, MSFP, EA: Founder of Spark Financials; Kembala Evans: Financial Coach, author, speaker and founder of Kembala.com; Chloe Moore, CFP®: Founder of Financial Staples; Rod Griffin: Senior Director, Consumer Education and Advocacy, Experian; Jennifer White: Consumer Education and Advocacy Team, and Christina Roman: Consumer Education and Advocacy Manager at Experian.
Questions we will discuss:
- What’s something you love about the holiday season, and what’s something that can be financially stressful about it?
- Have you ever felt pressured to spend more than you planned during the holidays? How did you handle it?
- What are some practical ways to set clear spending boundaries with friends and loved ones?
- What are some tips for managing your children’s expectations while staying within your budget?
- What’s one “holiday spending trap” you’ve learned to avoid over the years?
- How can setting money boundaries actually improve your relationships and mental health during the holidays?
- What’s one fun, inexpensive holiday tradition you’d recommend to others?
- What role does self-care play in setting financial and personal boundaries this time of year?
- Gifts don’t have to break the bank! What’s your favorite budget-friendly gift idea or DIY present to give (or receive)?
- In one word, how do you want to feel about money this holiday season?
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