Counting On Yourself

In a departure from conventional budgeting and savings advice, Counting On Yourself offers women a new way of thinking about money, personal agency, and financial clarity.Drawing on her MBA training, MFA storytelling craft, and years of teaching adult learners, Jackie Henrion integrates mindfulness science with practical financial literacy. Grounded in psychiatrist Daniel J. Siegel's definition of mind as "the regulation of energy and information," the book presents a practical framework for understanding both money and behavior.Rather than promoting restrictive budgeting systems, Henrion introduces readers to measurable tools that support observation, reflection, and informed decision-making. Through approachable exercises and real-world examples, readers learn how to:¿ Create a comprehensive Financial Selfie(TM)¿ Apply the reflective practice of Mind Money(TM)¿ Map sources and uses of financial energy through the Flow-Grow(TM) process¿ Reduce anxiety through evidence-based belief shifts¿ Approach financial decisions with greater confidence and discernmentDesigned for individual study, classroom discussion, and lifelong learning, Counting On Yourself blends financial literacy with mindfulness-based self-awareness. The book is especially suited for women seeking a more integrated and empowering relationship with money, work, purpose, and personal growth.Jackie Henrion teaches Wholistic Wealth for Women through the Institute for Continued Learning at Utah Tech University. She is the founder of Studio Decouvrir and draws from decades of experience in business analysis, education, music, creative, and mindfulness practices.