The Traits of 6 Figure Women. Congrats Barbara!! Congrats! I am reallllllly inspired by your love story! Thank YOU, Rhonda, for your sweet comment. I know my sister-in-law has a lot of practical things to say about the process (what order to do things in, etc.). Barbara Stanny, a trust fund baby who's dad was the "H" in H&R Block, nearly lost her fortune allowing her husband to manage her money. Barbara Stanny's "Overcoming Underearning: A Five-Step Plan to a Richer Life," new in paperback, addresses the not-so-healthy way most of us approach money. XOXO Loved. Hi Yael! It tells women how to prepare for sudden drops in income, and to brace against debt and other burdens. Daisy, Thanks so much Daisy…i can’t tell you how much I appreciate you taking the time to write and your kind words. Here I’ll finish the series, with steps 4 through 6: 4. Philanthropy is usually the least thought out, most disorganized part of our financial activities. Thank you so much for taking the time to let me know. Thanks for writing. They eventually divorced and he moved out of the country. That is a fantastic story. She’d had several friends who lost their husband’s, so she talked to them at length. Barbara Stanny I write , teach and coach with one aim in mind--empower women financially. It sounds like a “fairy tale.” Thanks for sharing! I am over the moon happy for you!!!! That mission is to motivate women to take charge of their finances. But I didn’t take his name. Big hugs xoxoxo. l love you right there! As the daughter of the R in H&R Block tax services, Barbara Stanny grew up relying on her father, then her husband, to manage her money. Awwww, thanks Michele…so appreciate you taking time to write this!!! Thank you. As an art and design person, the “o” rounds out your name, as Lee rounds out your life. Barbara Stanny is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics. I sought you out after Kate Northrop have you a shout out. Sending BIG HUGS to you Andrea…it’s so great to hear from you xoxoxo. Thanks so much, Sherold. A devastating financial crisis became her wake-up call. She documented her process when she did it; I’ll ask her to send me a copy. It’s a beautiful story at a time of year the greatest story ever told creates miracles and it all comes from LOVE! Wow, Suzanne, you had to go through a lot more steps than I did to change my name!!! Congrats on the new name Barbara! ICC members will also receive my monthly newsletter featuring inspirational stories of successful women. I grew up relying on my father (the “R” of H&R Block), then my husband, to manage my money, but a devastating financial crisis became a personal wake-up call. Glad this post (and my book) helped…thank you so much for letting me know!! My business brand is heavily wrapped in my name. Hope you enjoy my book! A devastating financial crisis became her wake-up call. xox. Basically there are a lot of 1st marriages that are unhappy – the walking dead marriages, but 2nd and 3rd+ marriages are either blissfully happy (like yours) or they are divorced. Barbara Stanny. I felt FREE for the first time in my life to be the name I wanted and during a divorce it is FREE to change it. Barbara Huson (previously known as Barbara Stanny), is the leading authority on women, wealth and power. But, even more miraculous, to the love I finally found for myself. So rather than going back to my father’s name (let me morph into some man for my identity was my pattern), I decided to pick my own last name. After all, he was a financial advisor and she could barely balance the checkbook. Hheellllooooo Huson! There is energy in words and names. They just call me Stanny. These meetings drew us closer in many ways. And I’m so happy you found love too!!! Oh, I’m not going anywhere. As a bestselling author, financial therapist, teacher & wealth coach, Barbara has helped millions take charge of their finances and their lives. I changed my last name just for myself, releasing the aesthetically-problematic family name of my estranged father, and affirming my beautiful given middle name as my personal clan name. If we are going to have men’s names, why not join the clan of such a great guy! Best wishes! She is the daughter of one of the founders of H&R Block. Congrats and much love to you and your husband. I write, teach & coach with one aim in mind: empower women financially ... then my husband (a stock broker), to manage my money. whispering to you, and that you are excited for this change – yay! You were absolutely astounding in your deep understanding of what was going on with each woman, I am deeply moved by your profound insights. ... Barbara Stanny. About Barbara Stanny. My heart literally swelled when I read this joyous story! Barbara Stanny, the leading expert on women and money, has helped women take control of their finances for two decades—and she knows t… Currently reading Sacred Sucess and thought I’d check your website out and stumbled across this post. He told me later that the next day he heard “a voice” say to him: “You are here to love, appreciate and support Barbara.” Barbara grew up relying on her father (the ‘R’ of H&R Block), then her husband, to manage her money. Barbara Stanny is a woman on a mission. What a sweet, heartfelt comment, Joan…thank you so much. When a devastating financial crisis rocked her world, Barbara Huson knew she had to get smart about money… and she did. The leading authority on women & money barbara@barbarastanny.com www.barbarastanny.com. I tend to get stuck in the ‘powerful women are lonely belief system, and I am invariably proven wrong with a little poking around. Thank you from the bottom of my heart! Sending you and Lee lots of love from sunny Dubai. Big huge hugs and kisses to you, Susan. It’s so great to hear from you…and receive your heartfelt wishes!!! There were no surprises. Yes, I just did it as well!! "I was working. I can only imagine how big your heart must be, how full of love you are, to write this during what must be a difficult period. By Barbara Stanny Growing up, I never thought much about money. I did not want his name, nor did I every really identify with it. Every detail was in order. Barbara, I love your work so much! There are no vehicles or home in my name. I appreciate what you wrote: “Give him an important place in your name”…so beautifully expressed. Once upon a time, Barbara Stanny's daddy handled her finances. She’s doing just that with her best-selling books, life changing retreats and private financial coaching. I’ve published books in my name. Stanny had to go. Love the way our community shares the practical tips!!! Tracey…I love that you created your own name. My husband put it into an account souly in his name. That would be great. Through a series of bad investment, and without her knowledge, he lost much of it. Posted by barbarastanny under Barbara Stanny, estate planning, Support | Tags: before your spouse dies, death of a spouse, estate planning, planning for death | [4] Comments I heard from a woman whose husband was just diagnosed with terminal cancer. Do entertainers, celebrities and speakers for hire like Barbara Stanny do paid appearances and speaking engagements? Thanks you so much for this post and to everyone for the comments! In her work with powerful, successful women over Sacred Success®: A Course in Financial Miracles shows women there is a better way to achieve wealth and power: on your own terms—as a woman. I carried certified copies of the petition around as I was changing cards; you’ll want to do the same with your marriage certificate. I got married 2 years ago and haven’t taken hubby’s name for the same reason aka business. So was my social life. That mission is to motivate women to become financially empowered. We envisioned a future without Dad. Hi Joan…feel free to share. And did he ever. I always appreciate your insight. xo, Debbie, You are the sweetest Debbie…I really love your wonderful post xoxox. I knew immediately he. Port Townsend, Washington As the leading authority on women and money, we offer a variety of products and services (books, CDs, seminars, coaching, teleclasses, keynotes) that empower women financially and … But how? I have thought about going back to my maiden name but that would mean, like you changing everything!! Many Blessings. Barbara Stanny I write , teach and coach with one aim in mind--empower women financially. The daughter of one of the founders of H & R Block, Barbara Stanny admits that she knew absolutely nothing about personal finance until her husband squandered away a large part of her inheritance. Barbara Stanny is a woman on a mission. Upon his death, am I as his wife automatically entitled to it? It wasn’t an easy transition but many people came up and told me they didn’t like their first names and would have liked to change it–I said “It’s never too late! I just signed up for her course! good look! I really appreciate it. Posted by barbarastanny under Barbara Stanny, Empower, estate planning, Support | Tags: before your spouse dies, dealing with the death of a spouse, death of a spouse | Leave a Comment As I mentioned in my Part-1 blog on this difficult topic several days ago; I had heard from a woman whose husband was just diagnosed with terminal cancer. Ah Barbara!! He’s repeated those words to me almost daily for the last decade. Q&A: How women can get smart about their finances - USA TODAY Barbara Stanny's stories. BIg LOVE to you and HUGE HUGS xoxo, That is the real inspiration right there…. Barbara Huson (previously Barbara Stanny), is a former client of mine, and I’m so excited to have her back on the show! She found herself being a single mom with three daughters, enormous tax bills, and an ex-husband who’d left the country. Thank you for sharing your love story with us. Thank you, Stanny. I have a story similar to your. One day soon I know I will wake up next to this man every day and we both will feel so lucky to have found each other, knowing it was worth the wait! It just takes time. WOW, just WOW, Barbara Huson. About Barbara Stanny. What do I need to do to secure the future of myself and my step children? Isn’t it wonderful that life sent you the greatest challenge in just the right form for you to to become Barbara Huson. Barbara Stanny got millions from her father, one of the Blocks of H&R Block. I’d LOVE to see her process. I pretended it wasn't happening." Barbara grew up relying on her father (the ‘R’ of H&R Block), then her husband, to manage her money. (Her … Thanks Jill! Good luck to you. I love this love story. My ex never supported my work either…but let me tell you, when you find the right man who does, it will feel so damn good. "Stanny Boy and Frantastic " was met with generally positive reviews from television critics. Why was I hanging on to the name of my ex—who constantly let me know how unhappy he was with me—when I had a man who supported me unconditionally??? You are a miracle to women who have lost direction and need to find themselves again. Biography of Barbara Stanny. Barbara this was a wonderful story that brought happiness to a lot of people who read your posts. Thank you for sharing this inspiring story, Barbara Huson! Barbara is a highly successful female in the finance industry. "I felt terrified and stupid about money," says the mother of three daughters. The statistics say that 2nd and 3rd+ marriages the divorce rate increases – you can not argue the statistic , but we can change the paradigm shift and that maybe that is good thing and that remarriage are happier than 1st marriages, on average. My business identity was wrapped tightly around Stanny. I just discovered your existence yesterday (haha) and I’ve been listening to Secrets of Six-Figure Women for a few hours and it’s rocking my world (in a great way!) As I mentioned in my Part-1 blog  on this difficult topic several days ago; I had heard from a woman whose husband was just diagnosed with terminal cancer. Barbara, the universe sent you that amazing man! I can’t believe I read this today. REALLY???? And I’m sending heartfelt prayers that your time on this earth be comfortable, surrounded by love, and filled with beautiful memories. Meetings included my sisters, spouses, and all the grandchildren (we eventually had great grandkids crawling around too). Monthly Archive. I so appreciate your wonderful support xoxox. In this 2008 episode I interviewed Barbara Huson, then Barbara Stanny. So it was with Sacred Success: A Course in Financial Miracles, by Barbara Stanny. Best to you in the New Year! As for how to proceed: BEGIN with SOCIAL SECURITY, then you can move on to everything else: license, passport, financial accounts…. But I wanted you to be the first to know. And I’m now in the middle of a divorce from a man who never supported my business endeavors :(. I just bought your book and wanted to know your history. Thank you for sharing your heart warming story, and for showing that miracles and transformations do happen every day, regardless of age. Barbara Stanwyck poses in a publicity portrait for NIGHT NURSE (1931) “Career is too pompous a word,” Stanwyck once said. The estimated speaking fee range to book Barbara Stanny for your event is $10,000 - $20,000. There is nothing like tut power of love and emotional empowerment! Like water for a fish, it was always there. I have clients that have known me for 15 years or so and have always worried that they wouldn’t find me again!! I thought of that too…and if I wasn’t married, I would have changed to Barbara Bliss. My father, Richard, is the R in H&R Block, the income tax preparation company he started with his brother, Henry. So I gave him a chance. I was NEVER ever going to get married. By Barbara Stanny Book Description As the daughter of one of the founders of H&R Block, Barbara Stanny grew up depending on her father, and later her husband, to manage her money--until a devastating financial crisis became a dramatic wake-up call. What a wonderful story. Want my posts delivered to your email box? Wishing you so much joy!! Hey Barbara! Practically speaking, his passing was seamless. May I suggest that I would be open to an extra email a week until we get used to Hyou? That’s when I made the decision. I am unfortunately at the start of your story but fortunately never did take his name. I hear YOU, Ali…you’ll change it (or not) when you’re ready. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. I will follow you whatever your name may be…hope to be able to work with you again in the future. You’d also be amazed at how many people do not like their first names and go through life with it. Change it!” Don’t live with something you’re not happy with–when you have a choice. Do I have your permission to share it with some of my friends from When she married, her husband took control of her money. Barbara Stanny. By joining my Inner Circle Club, you get access to our community forum, archives of tips and articles about money and much more! Hi Millie…sorry I’m responding so late, but just saw your post. Barbara’s husband of 15 years (a stockbroker) turned out to be a compulsive gambler who lost most of her inheritance. But because, as I continued gazing, I realized Lee’s unwavering love for me, just as I am, had radically changed me. Sending you so much love and blessings of happiness for the future. But here I am. . Mine was far easier. She married and had her husband take care of things financially for her. (400,000). Not available in stores. Cheers to you on your realization that not only did he say it, he showed it with his actions. In Part-1, I outlined steps 1 through 3. Love and Blessings, and the happiest of holidays to you and Lee and your family! Happy, happy, happy!! I’m now very interested b/c I’m going through a divorce and have a similar situation. This joyous story!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!, Joan…thank you so deeply told, inertia, like you changing everything!. 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