# The Hidden Forces Crushing Your Money Habits (And How to Fight Back)

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Podcast: [A Better Way to Money](https://stenobird.com/podcast/a-better-way-to-money-7002484)
Published: 2026-04-16T11:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://www.northwesternmutual.com/podcast
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## Resource

How is it that we can know exactly what to do with our money ,  and still not do it? Host Jennifer Borget sits down with behavioral scientist Dr. Wendy De La Rosa to shed light on the structural forces that make it so much easier to spend than save—and what to do about it. From blocking off a “Financial Health Day” to changing your credit card due date, you’ll learn how to change your psychology, habits and environment to build a more secure future.  Download your free Family Finances workbook and start building better habits TODAY: https://www.northwesternmutual.com/podcast/  Connect with Northwestern Mutual Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/northwesternmutual Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/northwesternmutual/ LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/company/northwestern-mutual/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@northwesternmutual

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