Let’s get real for a second. There’s this unspoken rule that wanting money makes you greedy or shallow. Like if you admit you want to be financially secure or comfortable, you’ve lost some kind of moral high ground. That’s a lie. A dangerous one.
Wanting money is about freedom. Freedom from waking up with knots in your stomach because rent’s due or bills piled up. Freedom to make choices that don’t revolve around stress and scarcity. Freedom to invest in your dreams without the constant voice in your head asking, “Can I afford this?”
For years, I told myself I didn’t want “that.” I thought wanting money meant I was too materialistic, too “basic,” or worse, not spiritual enough. I put on this mask of being “above it,” as if money was some evil force that would corrupt me. The truth is, that mindset almost held me back from so much growth — not just financially, but emotionally and mentally.
Money doesn’t change who you are. It reveals who you really are. And wanting more of it doesn’t mean you’re greedy — it means you’re human. It means you want to live with dignity, respect, and peace of mind. It means you want to be able to say yes to opportunities and no to things that don’t serve you without sweating the consequences.
Being financially smart is a radical act of self-love. It’s about protecting your energy, your time, and your future. Budgeting, saving, investing — these aren’t boring chores; they’re powerful tools for building a life that feels good to live. It’s learning to say no to instant gratification and yes to long-term peace.
And here’s the thing: your self-worth isn’t tied to your bank account. You don’t need to have all the money in the world to deserve love, respect, and happiness. But learning to want money without shame helps you set boundaries — boundaries that protect your time, your energy, and your heart.
I’ve been in those places of money stress — where every dollar felt like a fight and the future was just this scary, foggy thing I couldn’t control. But I also learned that money mindset is everything. When you believe you deserve more, you start to make decisions differently. You stop settling for less than you deserve because you realize your comfort and happiness matter.
So if you’re holding back because you feel like wanting money makes you “bad,” drop that. Wanting money means you want options, freedom, and peace. It means you’re ready to show up for yourself fully — no apologies, no shame.
Chase that feeling. Chase the life you deserve. Own your worth, and let your money be a tool that helps you build it.
love you,
-Maison Lumiere xx