Archive - The Pressures of Privilege

Investing in yourself

In my younger years, any mention of emotions, self-help, or personal development was met with ridicule.

Feb 2 •

January 2025

Turning problems into breakthroughs

One of my life's biggest breakthroughs came as a result of problems.

Jan 26 •

On protection and vulnerability

The other day, one of my clients admitted he was afraid he felt vulnerable and defenseless in the event armed robbers invaded his property.

Jan 19 •

Breaking free of the gilded cage — navigating shame, relationships, and the weight of wealth

Part 5 of 5: Beyond the Golden Ghetto

Jan 12 •

The hidden struggle: understanding addiction in privileged families

Part 4 of 5: Beyond the Golden Ghetto

Jan 5 •

December 2024

Living authentically: trusting yourself in a world that judges

Part 3 of 5: Beyond the Golden Ghetto

Dec 20, 2024

Invisible children: the hidden wounds of privileged childhoods

Part 2 of 5: Beyond the Golden Ghetto Series

Dec 14, 2024 •

The money taboo: Why wealth can feel ugly to those who inherit it

Part 1 of 5: Beyond the Golden Ghetto

Dec 6, 2024 •

The Pressures of Privilege: a new chapter

When I told my mother I was going to rename this blog, “The Pressures of Privilege” and start writing about money, she shuddered.

Dec 1, 2024 •

November 2024

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