"I took control of my finances, created a plan to pay off my most urgent debts"
Certified Money Coach

"I took control of my finances, created a plan to pay off my most urgent debts"

"The Breakthrough I Never Thought Possible" 
Before taking the course, money was like a looming shadow I tried to avoid. Over time, I had accumulated debt almost without realizing it, and my expenses were always higher than my income. I felt ashamed of myself because I couldn’t save anything—in fact, I kept making things worse. Whenever someone talked about investments or savings, I just wanted to disappear and hoped no one would ask me about my bank account. 
Then, I decided to take a money coaching course. At first, I showed up afraid of being judged, worried that I wouldn’t be able to keep up with people who were already more confident. But step by step, I learned to recognize my negative thought patterns. I discovered that my problem wasn’t just about money itself, but the lack of trust I had in my ability to manage it and the shame that held me back. 
The change was gradual but powerful. I took control of my finances, created a plan to pay off my most urgent debts, and managed to pay off a portion of what had been weighing me down. I don’t have a huge amount of money yet, but I’ve started saving consistently, and that makes me feel much more at peace. Most importantly, I’ve realized that my story can inspire others in the same situation. Now, I feel I can make a real difference in people’s lives, showing them that building a healthy relationship with money isn’t a privilege for a few, but a goal that anyone can achieve with awareness and discipline. 
Today, when I look in the mirror, I see a braver person. My fears and guilt no longer control me because I know that change is possible. And, step by step, brick by brick, I am building the freedom that I had only dreamed of for years. 

Riccardo Daniele Berton

Network Coordinator

Genoa, Italy

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