# 423: Bankruptcy, Healing And Starting Over

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Podcast: [The Clever Girls Know Podcast With Bola Sokunbi](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-clever-girls-know-podcast-with-bola-sokunbi-432533)
Published: 2026-05-19T10:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

On this episode of the podcast, we're joined by Deora Clairé—Digital Marketing Professional, author, speaker, and Christian bilingual singer-songwriter—for a deeply honest conversation about rebuilding your life after financial and personal setbacks. Deora opens up about her mental health crisis during the pandemic, the experience of filing for bankruptcy at 26, and the reality of starting over from the ground up—financially, emotionally, and spiritually. She shares how she moved from that low point into a high-earning corporate role while intentionally rebuilding her savings, paying down debt, and restoring her credit. Through her story, Deora offers powerful insight into choosing consistency over perfection, releasing financial shame, and finding the confidence to begin again—no matter where you're starting from. What Deora Discussed on the Podcast: Her experience navigating a mental health crisis and how it impacted her finances. What filing for bankruptcy at 26 was really like—emotionally and financially. The reality that habits don't automatically change after debt discharge. The turning point that sparked both mental and financial transformation. What choosing consistency over perfection looks like in real life. Mindset shifts needed to break cycles of debt and negative net worth. Letting go of financial shame and rebuilding confidence. Advice for anyone feeling like they've completely messed up their finances. How to Keep Up With Deora Clairé: Follow on Instagram: @deoraclaire Learn more: deoraclaire.com New Book - Clever Girl Millionaire; A Guide to Redefining What's Possible, Turning Ambitions into Actions, and Dreams into Millions - Available to order now More Clever Girl Finance Resources: 👋 New to Clever Girl Finance? Start here: https://clevergirlfinance.c…

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