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Have you ever considered minimalism? If your first thought was, Nah I can’t live with white walls and futuristic furniture, well, same here! However, I realized I had more in common with minimalists than I thought. While I haven’t completely decluttered and simplified my life, I am well on my way to a slower, moreRead More
When you begin your minimalist journey, the first thing you set out to do is start decluttering your physical items. There are usually two types of declutterers; those who get rid of everything immediately and those who take their time moving slowly and consistently through every item in their house. Then you have theRead More
When the pandemic imploded, many of us sat home and relearned how to rest. We had no choice but to slow down. We got more sleep, learned how to be one with nature, and got a chance to enjoy our hobbies. For me, it was a glorious time. The streets were practically empty. Nowhere forRead More
Have you ever considered a Low Buy or No Buy year to curb your spending habit? In 2022, I went 100 days without buying any material items. Except for a few clothing pieces for my kid’s Easter baskets, I purchased nothing for our home or myself. It took me about six weeks to feel likeRead More
Each year I come up with a game plan. I make lists and dreams sheets and vision boards. It’s like a business meeting with myself. What will I need to help me succeed this year? What will help me meet my goals and keep me organized? Finally, with my highlighters and my Papermate gel pensRead More
I was listening to a podcast where the host shared her 22 in 2022 list with the listeners. She created 22 big and small things that she wanted to conquer over the year. Once she shared her list, and talked about what she accomplished and failed to accomplish, I knew I wanted to createRead More
Earlier this year, I embarked on a 100-day No-Spend Challenge. The No Spend Challenge was something I did alone. I didn’t punish the rest of my family by asking them to join in. However, whenever I embark on a new journey, everyone tends to follow my lead even though they are free to wonder. IRead More
Are you looking for ways to avoid debt this Christmas? You are in the right place. If you are like me, you can get spendy around Christmas. I’m unsure if it’s all of the twinkly lights, the smells of cinnamon, or the Christmas Carols, but I began to justify spending money. You know the storiesRead More
I love this time of the year. Like Love. From September thru December, I can’t resist the crisp cool air, the pumpkin spice everything, the falling leaves, and the coziness of the season. What I get most excited about during this time are the Fall clothing options. From the neutral browns and oranges to theRead More
If I could give everyone one financial tip today, it would be to build an Emergency Fund quickly. Why quickly? Well, 57 percent of Americans can’t cover a $500 expense right now. That is essentially one trip to the mechanic. Without being able to cover this expense, many people resort to using credit cards, increasingRead More
