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Your money and your wellbeing – finding balance

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On 10 October 2025, World Mental Health Day shines a light on the importance of protecting our wellbeing. One theme often overlooked is the powerful link between money and mental health. For those juggling demanding careers, supporting older children, and managing investments and pensions, financial pressure can weigh heavily. The right approach, however, can bring clarity and peace of mind.

The link between money and wellbeing

Research highlights how closely finances and emotional wellbeing are connected. The Money and Mental Health Policy Institute reports that nearly 39% of people with mental health challenges say money worries have made things worse. In the workplace, 41% of employees1 cite financial pressures as their biggest external stressor, with many saying it affects their sleep or work performance.

These statistics remind us that financial stress isn’t just about numbers. It’s about how confident and secure we feel about the future and the extent to which money worries can drain mental energy.

Why resilience matters

Financial resilience doesn’t mean avoiding every risk. It’s about putting the right structures in place so you can adapt to change, make confident decisions and stay focused on long-term goals – whether that’s funding children’s education, paying down a mortgage or building retirement savings.

A clear financial plan provides focus and reduces uncertainty. When you know where you stand and what you’re working towards, it frees up headspace and eases the constant “what ifs.”

How financial advice helps ease pressure

Good advice brings reassurance as well as solutions:

  • Clarity – focusing on what matters most in busy years
  • Personalisation – tailoring strategies around your family and career
  • Flexibility – building in breathing room when demands pull in different directions
  • Support – having a trusted financial planner to talk with when time is short.

This combination of practical and emotional support can bring real comfort, helping you feel more in control of both your finances and your future.

Practical steps to build resilience today

  • Review your safety net – emergency savings, insurance and protection cover
  • Maximise allowances – such as pensions and ISAs, to grow assets efficiently
  • Simplify – streamline accounts and investments for easier oversight
  •  Taking control – working with a financial planner can help you make informed decisions, stay on track and feel in control of your future.

Looking ahead with confidence

World Mental Health Day reminds us how deeply our financial and emotional wellbeing are connected. By acting now and working with your financial planner, you can reduce stress, stay resilient and feel confident that your wealth is supporting both today’s needs and tomorrow’s plans.

1 MHFA England, 2024