Mom Halo

In this episode, financial expert and coach Marni Saifert shares her transformative approach to rewiring your money story, breaking free from limiting beliefs, and building confidence to manage your finances effectively. Whether you're navigating debt, inheritance, or everyday money decisions, her insights can change how you think about wealth and abundance.
Key Topics:
The significance of understanding your "money story" and how early childhood influences financial beliefs
The role of mindset shifts in financial transformation and how to rewrite your money narrative
Practical steps to address scarcity mindset and the importance of awareness
How to break intergenerational patterns around money and cultivate a new financial identity
The connection between self-worth, success, and financial behaviors
Simple strategies for mindful spending, budgeting, and increasing cash flow
The importance of forgiveness in healing financial wounds and moving forward
How social media fuels comparison and tips for cultivating contentment and enoughness
Practical advice for handling unexpected money moments like inheritance, debt, or financial setbacks
The power of future self visualization to achieve financial goals
Timestamps:
00:00 – Welcome and introduction to Marni Saifert, financial literacy advocate
02:14 – Why avoidance is the main challenge in money mindset work
04:58 – What is a scarcity mindset and how it stems from intergenerational beliefs
07:41 – Exploring the history of money and its impact on modern mindset
10:02 – Rewriting your money story: awareness and understanding your programming
11:34 – How lifestyle inflation traps us and the importance of choosing intentionally
13:08 – Overcoming judgment and societal pressures around wealth and success
14:52 – The role of hope and future self-image, inspired by Viktor Frankl
17:13 – Forgiveness as a tool for financial healing and regaining peace
19:24 – Managing debt and embracing survival stories with gratitude
21:15 – Building wealth mindfully: why wealth is boring but essential
23:29 – Comparing ourselves to others and the importance of knowing your "enough"
25:02 – Managing expenses without deprivation: the value of joy and experiences
27:51 – The scientific psychology behind budgeting and spending habits
30:34 – Increasing cash flow and making strategic decisions for financial freedom
33:26 – Dispelling myths of "spend less, make more" and shifting to aligned abundance
36:42 – The importance of self-identity for wealth and success
39:42 – Handling social comparisons and social media influence on money feelings
42:44 – Practical steps for improving your financial situation and peace of mind
45:16 – Taking action: aligning your life with your values and future self
49:41 – How to connect with Marni: community offerings and upcoming programs
51:24 – Final takeaways: embrace enoughness and prioritize peace over perfection
Resources & Links:
Viktor Frankl's Man's Search for Meaning
 
Connect with Marni Saifert:
Instagram @freedommoneymentor
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**Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent those of Alana Kayfetz.

Alana Kayfetz sits down with Margot Grant Witz, third-generation leader of Elizabeth Grant skincare, for an honest conversation about beauty, aging, and what it really means to empower women.Topics covered:
The 78-year legacy and innovation history of Elizabeth Grant skincare
Reframing skincare as self-empowerment rather than flaw-fixing
Embracing aging as a blessing instead of something to fight
Challenges faced by women entrepreneurs in the beauty industry
The misleading nature of skincare marketing and industry practices
Creating safe, empowering workplaces for women
The relationship between consumerism and unrealistic beauty standards
Societal pressures on women regarding aging and self-image
Motherhood and raising children amid toxic beauty ideals
Self-compassion, community support, and uplifting each other
Reframing negative narratives to build healthier mindsets
Sound Bites
"I like how I feel in my skin.""All you need is one yes."
For more Margot Grant Witz, please visit:
ElizabethGrant.com on the web
@MargoGrantWitz on Instagram
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**Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent those of Alana Kayfetz.
 

Sacha Welsh is a certified fertility nutritionist and coach, the founder of Welsh Wellness and a mom of three girls. After experiencing a traumatic recovery following the delivery of her second child, Sacha became passionate about helping women prepare their bodies for success. Welsh Wellness focuses on fertility, pregnancy and postpartum health. Its mission is to help women become moms by addressing the root challenges, so that they can have a successful pregnancy and postpartum.
 
Topics discussed: 
Fertility over 35
What is PCOS and why it’s the most common form of infertility
The importance of support with infertility
How people are dehydrated and not eating enough of the right things
Minerals and electrolytes
What does age have to do with maternal fertility health?
How to support your loved ones going through infertility
And so much more!
 
For more Sacha Welsh, please visit:
Welsh Wellness on the web
@welshwellnessfertility on Instagram
@welshwellnessfertility on TikTok
 
*Warning—this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.
**Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent those of Alana Kayfetz.

Styleworthy is a brand that celebrates individuality and self-expression through community building. Founded by Jennifer Rabanillo, Styleworthy fosters an environment of empowerment and connection, encouraging people to embrace their authentic selves. Through workshops, events and collaborative experiences, the brand promotes unapologetic conversations about people, self, wellness and well-being. At its core, Styleworthy aims to build a supportive community that uplifts and educates, empowering individuals to evolve both their personal and professional lives.
 
Topics discussed: 
A bit about Styleworthy
Growing up a first-generation Filipina (and a twin)
Embracing identity
Vulnerability and aging
Hormonal health
How self-love can waiver even when you’re an advocate for it
And so much more!
 
For more Styleworthy, please visit:
Styleworthy on the web
@style_worthy on Instagram
 
*Warning—this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.
**Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent those of Alana Kayfetz.

Ashley Greco is the morning show radio host of Pure Country in Ottawa & Kingston as well as a voiceover artist. She’s mom to a six-year-old girl, Aria Rose. 
 
Topics discussed: 
Why Ashley chose radio as a career
What Ashley’s morning routine looks like
Ashley’s unique journey into motherhood
Grief and infertility
Self-care and mental health
Alana’s sticky note trick
How Ashley’s husband is like Danny Tanner
And so much more!
 
For more Ashley Greco, please visit:
Ashley Greco on the web
@ashleygrecoonair on Instagram
An Elephant and A Dog poem
 
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**Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent those of Alana Kayfetz.

Jill Lerman is a play and parenting coach at JillybeansNYC, an early childhood educator, a play expert and a mom of a toddler. She empowers overwhelmed parents and caretakers to connect and engage with their little ones through simple developmental and play prompts to make parenting feel more joyful and manageable.
 
Topics discussed: 
Screentime
The importance of independent play
Tips for successful playdates
Sibling dynamics with play
How Jill’s business works
Best tools and toys for kids at any age
And so much more!
 
For more Jill Lerman, please visit:
JillybeansNYC on the web
@jlllybeansnyc on Instagram
Get Jill’s free guide to independent play today
 
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**Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent those of Alana Kayfetz.

Meira Elituv is a personal stylist helping women find their style and confidence in their clothing again through closet edits, outfit styling and personal shopping.
 
Topics discussed: 
Practice of gratitude
The process of a closet edit
How the pandemic really messed up our wardrobes
The fashion rule of thirds
Why getting dressed is so emotional and how to shift the mindset to help you feel incredible in your clothes
Trends of this year and next year
The importance of accessories (and comfort!)
And so much more!
 
For more Meira Elituv, please visit:
MTFG Styling Services on the web
@meirathatfashiongirl on Instagram
 
Want to come see the podcast live and in person? Check out the Mom Halo website for more information.
 
*Warning—this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.
**Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent those of Alana Kayfetz.

In this bonus episode of the Mom Halo Show, Alana invites her husband, Matt Kantor, to the podcast as they have some exciting, life-changing news to share.
 
Topics discussed: 
Alana and Matt’s big announcement!
And so much more!
 
For more Matt Kantor, please visit:
Matthew Kantor on the web
@blurrycam on Instagram
 
Want to come see the podcast live and in person? Check out the Mom Halo website for more information.
 
*Warning—this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.
**Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent those of Alana Kayfetz.

Rebecca Greenberg is a bioethicist and former nurse who works with individuals and healthcare organizations to navigate complex, value-based ethical decisions. When working with individual clients, she helps them make difficult ethical decisions, most often around their or their loved ones’ health/healthcare. She provides a systematic, supportive and non-judgemental process to help them achieve confidence in making the best decision for themselves, explaining why it’s most justifiable and how to implement it.
 
Topics discussed: 
What bioethics is and what a bioethicist does
How a values map works
Alana’s experience with needing to meet with palliative care for her son
Grief, death and difficult decisions with and around kids
Terminating pregnancy and early child loss
Helping couples/siblings making tough decisions when they have diverging opinions
And so much more!
 
For more Rebecca Greenberg, please visit:
Greenberg Consulting on the web
@greenbergconsulting on Instagram
 
Want to come see the podcast live and in person? Check out the Mom Halo website for more information.
 
*Warning—this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.
**Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent those of Alana Kayfetz.

Erica Moore is the owner of Hudson Kruse + Sons, an interior design firm in Toronto. Erica has worked within the residential design sector for over 15 years. She started working for Hudson Kruse in 2008 alongside Trevor Kruse and is now the firm’s acting principal and owner. Erica has experience overseeing jobs of various scopes and sizes, from large development projects to private residential homes. She brings to each project a high level of professionalism and experience; however, it is her relationships with her clients, as well as her intuitive approach to design solutions, that highlight her success in the industry. Outside of design, Erica is also a published writer and mother of two. 
 
Topics discussed: 
How she started at the bottom at Hudson Kruse and worked her way up 
Motherhood and entrepreneurship
Parenting a child with autism
The importance of friendships—and a business bestie
Biggest takeaways of entrepreneurship and some of her best practices
Finding a balance working with couples when it comes to interior design
And so much more!
 
For more Erica Moore, please visit or call:
Hudson Kruse + Sons on the web
@hudsonkruse.sons on Instagram
 
Want to come see the podcast live and in person? Check out the Mom Halo website for more information.
 
*Warning—this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.
**Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent those of Alana Kayfetz.