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The Shame of Asking for a Payment Extension on Utilities | Women Who Invest
In this episode of Women Who Invest, host Sara Jenkins addresses the intense shame and anxiety that often accompany financial hardship, specifically focusing on the fear of asking for a payment extension on utility bills. Many listeners feel paralyzed by the belief that missing a deadline signifies personal failure or moral inadequacy. This episode provides a compassionate, practical guide to overcoming that mental block, reframing utility companies not as judgmental authorities but as businesses engaged in standard administrative transactions. By separating self-worth from bill-paying…
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