Episode 281: Why Women Physicians Avoid Money Conversations

Dr. Latifat is a physician, money coach, and the host of MoneyFitMD, a podcast created for women physicians who are ready to take control of their finances, break free from limiting beliefs, and build wealth with purpose. She combines real talk, mindset mastery, and financial education to help women doctors live lives of abundance—on their own terms.

In this episode, she dives deep into the power of letting go of shame when it comes to money, career shifts, and personal growth. Through relatable stories and powerful mindset shifts, she unpacks how shame often holds women physicians back from the wealth and freedom they deserve.

Key Takeaways:

1. Strengths are transferable.
2. Shame blocks growth.
3. Money is a tool.

Timestamps:
14:53 — Why waiting for certainty is a sneaky form of procrastination
16:20 — How guilt and fear trick women physicians into staying small
18:22 — The importance of being proactive about tax-advantaged accounts
19:44 — Why cash flow challenges shouldn't scare you away from investing
21:03 — The deeper purpose behind earning more and building wealth
24:20 — Sticking with your wealth plan through market fluctuations
26:56 — Embracing your identity as anti-fragile and ready for uncertainty
28:14 — The media’s role in creating distraction and anxiety

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You’re making six or even seven figures—and still asking, “Where did all my money go?” The problem isn’t your income—it’s that you haven’t learned how to have money left.

The Money Left Over program gives women physicians the tools to uncover 4–5 figures in extra monthly cash and finally let your money start working for you.

👉 Go to moneyfitmd.com/moneyleftover now and find out how.

You’re making six or even seven figures—and still asking, “Where did all my money go?” The Money Left Over program gives women physicians the tools to uncover 4–5 figures in extra monthly cash and finally let your money start working for you.

👉 Click here to find out how.

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Free Resources for Women Physicians
🧳 Sabbatical Guide (Free Download)
🧠 Financial Starter Guide
💸 Money School for Women Physicians
🧬 Financial Personality Quiz

Books & Programs
🔑 The Power to Choose by Dr. Latifat
📘 Done with Broke (Amazon)