<![CDATA[Dollars with Direction]]>Dollars with Direction is the podcast for Christian moms who are tired of feeling stressed, confused, or stuck when it comes to money. It's for those who are ready to start making the most of what they’ve been given, regardless of income level, debt, or past financial decisions.

If you want to create a budget that actually works in real life and build a future with more peace and more options for your family, you’re in the right place.

Hosted by Amelia, a financial coach and fellow mom who understands the pressure of managing money while juggling marriage, kids, faith, and real-life responsibilities, this podcast cuts through the noise of trendy finance advice and gets back to the basics that actually move the needle. You won't find hustle culture or unrealistic expectations here, but you might leave challenged all the same.

Each episode dives into practical, step-by-step guidance on budgeting, debt payoff, mindset, and getting more aligned with your spouse-all through the lens of Biblical stewardship and personal responsibility. You’ll learn how to stop living paycheck to paycheck and build systems that support your family instead of adding to the chaos and overwhelm.

This isn’t about perfection or overnight transformation. It’s about progress. It’s about taking ownership. And it’s about creating a life of more options one intentional decision at a time.

Whether you’re just starting to look at your numbers or you’re deep in the debt-free journey, Dollars with Direction is here to help you climb out of financial stress and find clarity, confidence, and freedom.

]]>https://dollarswithdirection.com/Riverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Tue, 26 May 2026 23:41:41 GMTThu, 29 Jan 2026 15:59:15 GMT60Amelia Servis<p>Dollars with Direction is the podcast for Christian moms who are tired of feeling stressed, confused, or stuck when it comes to money. It's for those who are ready to start making the most of what they’ve been given, regardless of income level, debt, or past financial decisions.</p><p></p><p>If you want to create a budget that actually works in real life and build a future with more peace and more options for your family, you’re in the right place.</p><p></p><p>Hosted by Amelia, a financial coach and fellow mom who understands the pressure of managing money while juggling marriage, kids, faith, and real-life responsibilities, this podcast cuts through the noise of trendy finance advice and gets back to the basics that actually move the needle. You won't find hustle culture or unrealistic expectations here, but you might leave challenged all the same.</p><p></p><p>Each episode dives into practical, step-by-step guidance on budgeting, debt payoff, mindset, and getting more aligned with your spouse-all through the lens of Biblical stewardship and personal responsibility. You’ll learn how to stop living paycheck to paycheck and build systems that support your family instead of adding to the chaos and overwhelm.</p><p></p><p>This isn’t about perfection or overnight transformation. It’s about progress. It’s about taking ownership. And it’s about creating a life of more options one intentional decision at a time.</p><p></p><p>Whether you’re just starting to look at your numbers or you’re deep in the debt-free journey, <b>Dollars with Direction</b> is here to help you climb out of financial stress and find clarity, confidence, and freedom.</p>episodicAmelia Servisameliaservis@gmail.comno<![CDATA[5 Ways to Create Breathing Room in Your Budget]]>In this episode, we're talking about five powerful ways to reclaim margin in your budget, and most have nothing to do with needing to earn more.

You’ll learn how to spot the hidden “breathing room” that’s already in your finances and how to redirect it toward your biggest goals, whether that’s paying off debt, saving for something meaningful, or just getting stable.

Book a Call to see how 1-on-1 coaching can benefit you.

]]>3754107f-5f41-44a2-980e-ea1126034368Mon, 16 Feb 2026 13:45:00 GMT<p>In this episode, we're talking about five powerful ways to reclaim <i>margin</i> in your budget, and most have nothing to do with needing to earn more.</p><p></p><p>You’ll learn how to spot the hidden “breathing room” that’s already in your finances and how to redirect it toward your biggest goals, whether that’s paying off debt, saving for something meaningful, or just getting stable.</p><p></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.dollarswithdirection.com/consultation-page" target="_blank">Book a Call </a>to see how 1-on-1 coaching can benefit you.</p>no00:08:5135 Ways to Create Breathing Room in Your Budgetfull<![CDATA[How To Stick to a Budget(Even if it Hasn't Worked Before)]]>Ever create a budget you felt really good about, only to watch it unravel a few days later? You're not alone, and you're not destined to stay in chaos.

This episode breaks down the seven most common reasons budgets fall apart, and how to overcome them so your next budget actually sticks.

This is about taking the time to build real momentum, with practical expectations and changes that make this sustainable for real life, long term.

If you’ve tried and failed before, this episode will feel like a reset button with a little tough love mixed in.

Resources Mentioned:

  • [Download: The Budget Margin Finder Tool] – Find hidden cash flow and create more breathing room.
  • Book a Call – Learn how financial coaching can help you stay consistent and gain traction.
]]>ada0206a-ef16-4f3e-8f89-314c6fa6e6b8Mon, 09 Feb 2026 14:22:44 GMT<p>Ever create a budget you felt <i>really</i> good about, only to watch it unravel a few days later? You're not alone, and you're not destined to stay in chaos.</p><p></p><p>This episode breaks down the seven most common reasons budgets fall apart, and how to overcome them so your next budget <i>actually sticks.</i></p><p></p><p>This is about taking the time to build real momentum, with practical expectations and changes that make this sustainable for real life, long term.</p><p></p><p>If you’ve tried and failed before, this episode will feel like a reset button with a little tough love mixed in.</p><p></p><p>Resources Mentioned:</p><p></p><ul><li>[Download: The Budget Margin Finder Tool] – Find hidden cash flow and create more breathing room.</li><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.dollarswithdirection.com/consultation-page" target="_blank">Book a Call </a>– Learn how financial coaching can help you stay consistent and gain traction.</li></ul>no00:13:432How To Stick to a Budget(Even if it Hasn't Worked Before)full<![CDATA[2 Questions to Ask Yourself for Major Clarity]]>Feeling scattered, stuck, or slipping on your financial goals? This episode is your reset button. We're talking about the two simple but powerful questions that helped me get out of a rut and into real momentum, and which can absolutely help you to.

Whether you're managing a budget, paying off debt, or just trying to feel less overwhelmed, these two prompts will help you get more clear, refocus, and take meaningful next steps.

I highly recommend getting a notebook out while you listen to this one!

Book a Consultion Call

]]>6120eb70-ab07-4b24-bc5c-6fe5e39b0aa3Mon, 02 Feb 2026 14:54:01 GMT<p>Feeling scattered, stuck, or slipping on your financial goals? This episode is your reset button. We're talking about the two simple but powerful questions that helped me get out of a rut and into real momentum, and which can absolutely help you to.</p><p></p><p>Whether you're managing a budget, paying off debt, or just trying to feel less overwhelmed, these two prompts will help you get more clear, refocus, and take meaningful next steps.</p><p></p><p>I highly recommend getting a notebook out while you listen to this one!</p><p></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.dollarswithdirection.com/consultation-page" target="_blank">Book a Consultion Call</a></p>no00:11:3012 Questions to Ask Yourself for Major Clarityfull<![CDATA[Welcome to Dollars with Direction]]>Welcome to Dollars with Direction! Here you can learn about who I serve and what to expect here.

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]]>0b4c048d-9739-45d1-b476-f169c363edaaThu, 29 Jan 2026 16:11:26 GMT<p>Welcome to Dollars with Direction! Here you can learn about who I serve and what to expect here.</p><p></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://dollarswithdirection.com" target="_blank">dollarswithdirection.com</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.dollarswithdirection.com/consultation-page" target="_blank">Book a Consultation Call</a></p>no00:04:29Welcome to Dollars with Directiontrailer