More Than Money | Picky Girl Travels Podcast Season 4, Episode 5

This week ‪@moneycoachmalika‬ joins me to talk about her unconventional journey to a life of ease.
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[@moneycoachmalika]

Thank you all for the kind comments and thank you Adalia for creating a safe space to share my story. If anything I said inspires another Black woman to take control of her finances and pursue freedom, it was worth the tears. 💖

[@ms.ajones7168]

You definitely inspired me! Im already in that process now actually. About to go to your page now! Thank you for sharing 🤎

[@aintnobodycomingtoseeyouotis]

I had no idea I was going to be drinking coffee and tears today but carry on y’all 😭 ☕️🫶🏾

[@AdaliaAborisade]

😭

[@moneycoachmalika]

💖

[@RENAissanceofConsciousness]

OMG. Thank you for this. This is exactly what I've planned. I hope to gain that peace. I am so ready to go. I am not renewing my lease that ends 8/31. I hope not to return but if I do it will be only for a few more months to work stack some more cash before returning permanently. I am so ready to reset. Sending peace and love.

[@blackwomenbuildwealth]

Amazing plan. All the best ❤

[@AdaliaAborisade]

You got this!!

[@winnieb1352]

I love your videos but this joint here is everything I need in my life now...🌹🌹🌹I wish I could give it a million likes

[@AdaliaAborisade]

Thanks!

[@moneycoachmalika]

💖

[@Ane2500]

Adalia you are on point. Words can make an already stressed person to be feel more stressed and it can tear down self esteem. One encouraging word can motivate and build up.

[@brooklynqueen7089]

What a great interview💐 The questions and responses resonated, they were heartfelt. All BW need to hear this.

[@blackwomenbuildwealth]

Agree 100%

[@beyondthesunpodcast]

I echo this comment. ❤

[@AdaliaAborisade]

Thanks for listening

[@moneycoachmalika]

Thank you. 💖

[@ExquisiteKinkyCoils]

❤❤❤My sentiments exactly! The LS is meaningful, & a blessing to receive it at the right time!

[@HighVibe001]

i love her story! its not where you start...very inspirational. also loved when you both agreed that EVERYONE needs a village. thank for your this encouraging video.

[@AdaliaAborisade]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@moneycoachmalika]

💖

[@evelyngolden2272]

I applaud your guest in admitting she doesn't have everything perfect. Love her story.

[@AleciaRenece]

This interview is SO... Phew. My heart 💛💛💛🥹 Thank you so much for sharing this.

[@AdaliaAborisade]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@tonyetheselfcaremaven]

Watching this replay as I’m getting my workday situated and this is the convo to dive into. I’m on my journey towards this and I can’t tell y’all what it feels like to even dare to dream of this type of freedom.

[@AdaliaAborisade]

It is something else

[@rachelbey7008]

Adeliah! KINDNESS in the struggle of life is rare towards sistas...historically. Social supports for anyone is important. Mothers overall bear greater weights in society and sistas, greater still! Environmental presses are real. No sista can do WELL without support public and private spaces. It is the latter that holds our heart and hands. HERE, I'm reminded that self-care is a personal responsibility. Choose YOU with care and that's the best thing for everyone. The tortoise WON the race!

[@WillinggToFail]

I listened to the podcast version on my wellness walk, and I absolutely loved her story. I'm now extremely interested in financial independence.

[@AdaliaAborisade]

Awesome. I shared my FI story a few weeks ago. kzbin.infoQP61hGpBE5k

[@karynwithers504]

Everyone talks about getting sleep & feeling better when this Ultimate....Stressful.... America. I am looking forward to this. I told a coworker I was looking forward to getting some sleep when I move abroad. He didnt get it. He didn't understand. Look- when you know, you know.

[@AdaliaAborisade]

Folks still plugged in may never understand.

[@nicolelove8501]

👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@lawondalawonda4u602]

I love this heartfelt conversation. All of us have our own path however this is so relatable in so many ways. This is helpful for all of us to hear your story and resonate with it is never ever too late to start living the life you desire. Thank you for sharing your story.

[@moneycoachmalika]

💖

[@AdaliaAborisade]

You are so welcome!

[@winnieb1352]

Malika's early story is familiar, the only difference is I got pregnant 6mos after graduation and started and stopped college multiple times. Community college was different in the early eighties.

[@transitiontotech]

This was one of the most transparent, informative, and inspiring videos I’ve seen in a while, if ever!!! Thank you both.

[@AdaliaAborisade]

Our pleasure!

[@moneycoachmalika]

💖

[@yanie3000]

This conversation was so beautiful and healing. Motivational too! Gonna binge watch Malik'a videos!

[@AdaliaAborisade]

Thanks for watching

[@the_epileptic_wanderer]

I like that...I took a little detour. I'm currently working on finding my niche now

[@AdaliaAborisade]

and you will

[@blackwomenbuildwealth]

Thank you Adalia and Malika for this heartfelt and beuatiful discussion. Malika, thanks a bunch for sharing your story. You are so inspiring! The story about the project manager resonated so much with me. Ladies, there is more to work and you are not irreplaceable. Live your life ladies, live your life ❤

[@AdaliaAborisade]

You're most welcome

[@moneycoachmalika]

💖

[@YogaBlissDance]

YOu are looking so well rested and glowing...I still need to watch the "soft life" episode....I'm resisting it...Thanks for all you do.

[@AdaliaAborisade]

You are so welcome

[@EgamiGlow]

Aww, Malika is so lovely! Thank you for sharing your story with us. So excited to continue to follow your beautiful (retired) life on YT.

[@moneycoachmalika]

Thank you 💖

[@venuskirby8243]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤. Thank you Malika for your story!!!!!

[@moneycoachmalika]

You’re welcome 💖

[@mpricemsw]

It takes such a special person to alchemize pain into purpose 🤎 This was a deeply moving interview. Many thanks to Money Coach Malika for her transparency 🙏🏼

[@moneycoachmalika]

💖

[@habibijan]

Awesome, inspiring interview. Thank you! I am ready to do the fi, even though I don’t plan to re.

[@mscapricorniam1791]

I thoroughly enjoyed this conversation. Malika touched on a few things that have been running around in my head. Seems my thought process is on the right track. Now, I just have to take action.

[@AdaliaAborisade]

You got this

[@CaribbeanQueen513]

Great Video!!!! I work in the school system & so can relate to everything said on this video. The insurance thing is a big deal. I carry the insurance for the family & have so many people relaying on me. I literally feel trapped in the hustle culture. My story is extremely tear jerking as well 😢. Thankful to have a job but overwhelmed & exhausted. Mentally & physically. In the 55 & over crew now & pray for strength to keep going. Thank you ladies for the information.

[@AdaliaAborisade]

You're very welcome

[@fdoctor79]

I just love Malika's spirit and personality. Her life is the rebuttal of the words of that social worker. 😅 The personification of the pivot and resilience. And I learned a new term/concept Fat FIRE?! 😮 Tfs, Adelia.

[@moneycoachmalika]

💖

[@Nubianette]

Wow! This is so emotional, I’m going to need a 2 part. I’ll continue, once I’m at home! 👏🏾💐

[@Nubianette]

This was great!

[@AdaliaAborisade]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@LIVINGTNY-SOICANTRAVELLARGE]

OMG SHE IS SAYING THE SAME THING I AM DEALING WITH RIGHT NOW (SEEDS OF DOUBT TO LEAVE AND BE OK)!!!! And the job fulfillment is the same, not another job, but life fulfillment is what I am seeking.

[@moneycoachmalika]

I understand. Don’t feel obligated to make any life changing or permanent decisions right now. You need time and clarity, so give yourself the gift of a sabbatical to process what you’re feeling.

[@chrissyannsway]

I totally agree that people should be mindful of jumping to conclusions and stereotyping others. It always seems like what they meant for a person's harm is transformed into motivation that is good for the person. Although something good comes out of it, they still can cause a lifetime of hurt.

[@AdaliaAborisade]

Exactly!!!

[@notthatvashti8127]

Okay, this was really good! So proud of Malika for 'proving them wrong!' Totally agree Adalia, kindness and thoughtfulness usually cost us nothing, so putting ourselves in someone else's shoes would do most of us a world of good. Also, about anyone feeling that going to community college is starting off with a second-class education... so wrong! The first two years of college are basically taught the same way at most colleges and universities. You more than likely won't miss out on any major advantages with a community college associate degree, but you probably will miss out on the major debt incurred at university. Florida, even before their current governor started setting the state on fire, offers a guarantee to attend any of their state schools after completion of a community college degree there. Not a bad deal!

[@moneycoachmalika]

💖

[@Sunshine-fi4yw]

Wow, I feel like I just heard my work life story and where I am now. Just no longer satisfied, that truly sums up the way I feel about my job. Thank you both so much for this video.

[@AdaliaAborisade]

You are so welcome

[@WovenPsalm]

An amazing interview. I believe the best one yet, subjectively speaking. So many parallels and affirmations. I am the delay and wander Queen. The wisdom you both shared about support and loving-kindness is so appreciated. Thank you!😊

[@AdaliaAborisade]

Wow, thank you!

[@moneycoachmalika]

I appreciate your generous compliment. 💖

[@niccolehoward2047]

What a wonderful interview! I appreciate Malaika being so transparent about her journey. I look forward to feeling that FIRE too someday!😊

[@AdaliaAborisade]

So glad you enjoyed it

[@moneycoachmalika]

You’re welcome! Continue investing consistently and the FIRE will start. 😊

[@KB-fe2pg]

In college, I met several people who completed their first 2 years at a community college & then transferred to a 4-year University. I advise young people & their parents to consider this route but people rarely do this. I definitely would have done it, if it had been on my radar.

[@YogaBlissDance]

I did but I was forced to...I did it at first to get into a tough school-small liberal arts college. I needed more academic grades not just art...it worked and I went to a very good school. It is a very good idea to do 2 years cc and then transfer. In fact colleges look for BRIGHT cc students to transfer in.

[@shesluvely]

I loved everything about this interview! Thank you both! ❤

[@AdaliaAborisade]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@moneycoachmalika]

💖

[@comfortuanserume7850]

Thank you for sharing your story! I went to community college and did not take advantage of the benefits of the lower cost education. I tell everyone to start at community college to save money!

[@moneycoachmalika]

Yes!

[@toniciabryan438]

Catching the replay. This is wonderful 🎉

[@denisejo10462]

This was such a beautiful conversation. Thank you Malika for sharing your story.

[@AdaliaAborisade]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@lolasvow3732]

This was a great interview

[@HollijoyJohnson]

Just like in America as a whole, corporate interest supersedes the welfare of people 🤔 fear is a weapon 😬but ultimately we are the decider of our destiny 😏 thanks ladies 🚺 this was awesome 😊 I need the magic

[@AdaliaAborisade]

Happy to oblige

[@Kozette007]

Impactful and inspiring! Gratitude ladies

[@AdaliaAborisade]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@karenmarinez]

Looooooove this interview ❤

[@moneycoachmalika]

💖

[@hrhsophiathefirst4060]

Great interview, nothing is more motivational than knowing you can accomplish more than what and where you are and if you can tell a few people to kiss your a$$ as well? That is just gravy. The best revenge is living well. The college should be secondary to what degree you are getting and what salary expectation that profession offers. Spending $40K a year to go to school to take a job that is going to pay you $35K a year is insane. CC and scholarships, work/school taking on so much debt is another way to keep you in a particular place.

[@moneycoachmalika]

Yep, student loans are by design to keep you on the hamster wheel.

[@chrissyannsway]

This is such a great interview. Lots of gems shared.

[@AdaliaAborisade]

You're welcome

[@moneycoachmalika]

💖

[@cassandrakinchen9754]

Very inspirational! Thank you! I felt like I wanted to mentor others. You’ve planted a seed & you’ve got me thinking….

[@AdaliaAborisade]

Go for it!

[@Maya-uy2xx]

Love this talk! Thank you!

[@AdaliaAborisade]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@jetta_may]

Great content! Love your take-aways! 💕

[@AdaliaAborisade]

Glad you like them!

[@dwalker6868]

So enjoyed thank you

[@AdaliaAborisade]

So glad!

[@LC_ATL]

Great story. I’m learning so much from you all. Currently planning my exit.

[@AdaliaAborisade]

You got this!

[@RaesOfLight]

This was an awesome interview!

[@AdaliaAborisade]

Thank you!

[@moneycoachmalika]

💖

[@taneishar1994]

Thank you so much. I wish you a beautiful week

[@teddydavis2339]

Excellent video. Excellent interview. Thanks, Adelia!

[@AdaliaAborisade]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@shalondaking4708]

Great interview!

[@AdaliaAborisade]

Thanks for watching!

[@winnieb1352]

Where were these pearls of financial wisdom forty years ago when I became a single mother? 😭

[@moneycoachmalika]

I wish I had it too. Now we can share what we needed and be a resource to the single mothers who come behind us. 💖

[@winnieb1352]

@@moneycoachmalika Right

[@femmenoire777]

WOW THIS is a game changer for BW

[@moneycoachmalika]

💖

[@lhoward360]

That is what understands in America If you don't have any money you might as well live in Guatemala or something

[@strawberryoats570]

Community college is an excellent option (especially for technical degrees). I’ve had better teachers at community colleges than I had at the university. There are more student and community resources at community colleges also!

[@AdaliaAborisade]

CC is way underutilized

[@magbstyle]

Great podcast!

[@AdaliaAborisade]

Thanks for listening

[@cozyatcocos]

I love this conversation 💖 I need a village✨

[@AdaliaAborisade]

We all do!

[@magbstyle]

One issue that I've seen from kids that I mentor is that a lot of four years are not taking transfers from community colleges. Not certain why this has become a thing of late.

[@VoyageHER]

Probably to get more money out of people which is really sad considering how much they're already taking from students

[@magbstyle]

@jomieciagriffin7560 I agree. I had two of the kids have to retake several classes and for on they had to start over basically. Very frustrating.

[@jetta_may]

Side note. Have you thought about a sewing channel? I would love to learn.

[@AdaliaAborisade]

Maybe one day

[@Fairexchangenorobbery]

Hello Miss picky girl…Are you going to cook to save money ❤

[@AdaliaAborisade]

I'm going to have to figure out something