Stories From the Other Side with Carol Cho

Hi Friends!

Here are three key takeaways from our conversation:

• Empowering Through Personal Growth- Carol shares her journey of overcoming fear and re-evaluating her self-worth, emphasizing the importance of addressing past traumas that influence present relationships. I add that managing anxiety and fears are crucial steps toward healing, advocating for therapeutic support and continuous personal development.

• The Concept of a Divorce Registry - One of the most innovative ideas discussed on this episode is the introduction of a "divorce registry." We chat about the concept of celebrating and supporting individuals through the emotional and financial upheaval that often accompanies divorce. Carol enthusiastically backs this idea, reflecting on her experience of starting from scratch post-divorce. She advocates for societal acknowledgment of challenging life stages, which often get overlooked. A divorce registry, as we describe, could help balance the material inequalities that occur post-separation. It serves as a mechanism to ensure both individuals can start anew without the added financial strain, thus fostering a sense of fairness and support.

• The Role of Community and Genuine Support - I kick off the conversation by shedding light on the decline of tight-knit communities, which traditionally served as a buffer during life’s turbulent phases. In today's world, superficial portrayals of relationships dominate social media, leading to unrealistic expectations and shallow consultations. I stress the importance of seeking guidance from credible sources like therapists and relationship coaches who offer a more profound understanding and support. Carol Cho agrees wholeheartedly, underscoring the necessity of having a reliable support system when navigating such life-altering decisions. The episode resonates with those who have felt isolated during tough times, offering an empathetic perspective on the significance of community support.

Xoxo, erica

Learn more about Carol Cho:
I am a financial advisor with IRC Wealth, an independent RIA. I have a unique focus on Behavioral Financial Advice because my job as an advisor is about more than just managing money. It's about guiding my clients toward making wise, rational decisions so they can live their lives and spend their money with more joy and purpose. I am the daughter of immigrant parents, a divorcee, a survivor of domestic violence, a minority woman, and a former artist, and I continue to work through the money trauma and limiting beliefs of those identities and experiences, all of which have shaped my financial life in profound ways and resulted into the person (and advisor) that I am today. I believe we all deserve the knowledge to get us going. It doesn't matter where you are starting from but where you are going! 
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