What it Means to be Truly Wealthy - Its Not all About Money.

We’ve been sold a version of “wealth” that’s all about money, milestones, and packed calendars. But what if true wealth had less to do with your income—and more to do with your alignment? In this episode of Leading You, I’m joined by wealth and mindset coach Emma Lagerlow, author of Worthy & Wealthy and mum of four, to redefine what it means to live a rich, fulfilling life—on your terms. We unpack the real cost of the juggle, how values and boundaries unlock freedom, and why choosing what matters most is the greatest investment you’ll ever make. Emma also shares tools from her book including the Wealth Audit and five pillars of a worthy & wealthy life: self-worth, purpose, wellbeing, financial empowerment, and time freedom. If you’re tired of feeling stretched too thin—and ready to lead with clarity instead of chaos—this conversation is your reset. In this episode, we explore: What true wealth means in a world obsessed with productivity How to shift from urgency to intentional leadership Why values-based decisions create emotional resilience The power of boundaries (especially the ones we keep with ourselves) How to use a “wealth audit” to align your life with what really matters Emma’s personal rituals for staying grounded, present, and focused Why self-worth is the foundation of freedom About Emma: Emma Lagerlow is a wealth and mindset coach, author, podcast host, and mum of four. With 25+ years of experience in finance and marketing, she blends strategic thinking with soulful insight to help women break free from burnout and design lives of purpose, wellbeing, and financial empowerment. Timestamps: 00:00 – Welcome + Why this episode matters 02:12 – Meet Emma Lagerlow: from finance to personal freedom 05:47 – Redefining wealth: it’s not all about money 09:30 – What time freedom really looks like 13:02 – The hidden cost of being “busy but productive” 16:40 – Boundaries that support balance (not burnout) 20:25 – Emma’s personal values and how they guide her decisions 24:10 – The “Wealth Audit” exercise from her book 29:38 – Daily rituals that keep Emma grounded as a mum and business owner 33:00 – The power of self-worth in redefining success 36:44 – Emma’s final message: how to stop surviving and start leading Loved this episode? Subscribe to Leading You, leave a review, and share it with someone ready to stop surviving and start living worthy and wealthy. Connect with Julie: LinkedIn:    https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-hyde/ Instagram: @juliehydeleads Website:     https://juliehyde.com.au Connect with Emma: Website: https://www.emmalagerlow.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emma-lagerlow-4a2849/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalagerlow/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/emmalagerlowcoach See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.