The art of aligning money with mindfulness

“What if money wasn’t the problem, but our relationship with it?” asks Zenny Huong, a life and financial coach who’s reshaping how people view wealth.

In a recent interview with The Crypto Radio, Huong shared how emotional intelligence and mindfulness can change not only how we manage money but how we feel about it. She believes money—fiat or crypto—is a tool to solve problems, not a source of stress, and that anyone can achieve financial peace by transforming their mindset.

Huong’s journey into financial coaching began during the Covid-19 pandemic, after a successful career in business. Initially planning to coach for just a few years, she soon discovered a passion for helping others and decided to pursue it long-term. Since becoming a certified coach in 2019, Huong has combined emotional well-being with financial wisdom, focusing on the emotional relationship people have with money.

Emotional roots of financial stress

Huong’s coaching philosophy is shaped by her own experiences. Growing up, she found her father’s financial teachings stressful. “I felt my father’s expectations were too much and blamed him for a while,” she said.

Over time, Huong came to appreciate the independence and financial responsibility her father instilled in her, which became a powerful tool in her adult life. This shift in perspective is central to her coaching—helping people understand how childhood experiences and family beliefs shape their relationship with money.

A key element of her coaching is addressing the emotional roots of financial stress, often tied to beliefs formed early in life. “My program focuses on helping people with family trauma related to money,” she explained. Huong helps clients reframe limiting beliefs and build healthier relationships with wealth.

Money EQ and mindful investing

Through her coaching, Huong introduces the concept of Money EQ (Emotional Quotient) alongside IQ (Intelligence Quotient), highlighting how emotional awareness impacts financial success. “The universe operates on frequency and emotion, not just IQ,” she said. “By feeling gratitude and raising one’s vibration, we can build a sustainable and positive relationship with money.”

Huong incorporates meditation into her approach to financial wellness. “Meditation helps create energy in the entire body, not just the brain, which is crucial for overall health and financial success,” she said. Through guided meditations, Huong helps individuals shift their energy around money, focusing on positive emotions and feelings of abundance.

When it comes to investing, especially in cryptocurrencies, Huong advises caution and education. Reflecting on her experience, she said, “I decided to stop investing in cryptocurrencies and focus on learning about the market for two years.” This time spent learning helped her develop a more informed, balanced approach to investing, which she encourages clients to follow.

A global coaching approach

Her clients come from various countries across Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. Despite this geographical diversity, many share similar goals: seeking more flexibility, financial freedom, and a better work-life balance.

“Most of my clients are women who have spent years in the corporate world and now want more flexibility,” she said. Some aim to pursue passions, while others want to become full-time parents or explore new career paths.

For those interested in learning more, Huong maintains an active presence on social media. “I’m active on Instagram and YouTube, where I share my thoughts and teachings,” she said. Her Instagram handle, @happy.now, serves as a platform for followers to engage with her content.

Huong’s holistic approach offers a refreshing perspective on financial well-being. By blending emotional intelligence with traditional financial knowledge, she provides a roadmap for those seeking not just wealth, but true financial peace. With the right mindset, anyone can transform their financial future and live a life of abundance—financially and emotionally.

 

Listen to the whole interview on The Crypto Radio's live player or in the Thought Leaders podcast.