Money, mindfulness, minimalism and sustainability
I’ll admit something upfront: I’m not a natural planner. Never have been. Spontaneous decisions and inspired last-minute solutions have been my default mode. For years, I viewed planning as something other people did – you know, those incredibly organized folks with their color-coded planners and perfectly arranged pantries. And for a while, chaos worked for…
Are you watching your monthly expenses rise and wondering how to save money without compromising on your values? Here’s a game-changing truth: sustainable living could be your secret weapon for serious savings. I know what you’re thinking – isn’t going green all about expensive organic produce and costly upgrades to your home? There’s no question…
Do you feel trapped in a cycle of endless and mindless spending? Are you ready to reset your relationship with consumption and money and building your savings at the same time? You’re not alone. Doing a low-buy or no-buy challenge has surged in popularity as a powerful tool for financial reset and mindful consumption. My…
I used to feel very conflicted about money. Like many people, I wish I had more of it. Yet I was wasting money in careless ways and not making the most of the money I have. I was enamoured with convenience and intimidated by paperwork and bureaucracy. My procrastinating tendencies were at their absolute worst…
If you want to pay off debt, save (more) money, or build you financial resilience, you have to spend less than you earn. You can do this by cutting your spending, but if the problem lies with the amount of money coming in, you may need to consider ways to bring in more income. A side…
I have a confession to make: I didn’t have a clear idea of how much money was coming in, and how much was going out, what that money was paying for. I had no idea how much we spent on groceries, how much on clothes, insurance, diapers. Just thinking about it gave me anxiety, and…