How to Stop Saying 'I Can't Afford It' (And What to Say Instead)
- Sep 16, 2025
- 1 min read
"I can't afford it." If you catch yourself saying this phrase a lot, you're accidentally keeping yourself stuck in scarcity thinking.
For years, I said this constantly while simultaneously putting things on credit cards anyway.
The problem isn't your bank account - it's the language that makes you feel powerless. In this episode, I'm sharing what to say instead.
You'll learn:
Why "I can't afford it" shuts down creative thinking and keeps you feeling like a victim
The choice-based language I use with my kids instead (that actually teaches them about money)
How to find an affordable version of almost anything you want
The reseller market secret that makes expensive items accessible
The one question that changes everything about how you approach money decisions
Why getting clear on your WHY often reveals you don't actually want the thing
How to reframe from limitation to empowerment in any money conversation
Stop letting this phrase make you feel powerless. You have more options than you think - it's time to start using language that reflects that truth.
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