When I was using “retail therapy” as an excuse to shop—and as a temporary salve—someone once asked me what my hobbies were. My first instinct was to respond, “Shopping.” Embarrassed, I immediately caught myself, realizing how silly I sounded. And there was a reason for this. I was six-figures in student loan debt, and I did not keep that a…
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Are you struggling with shopping or overspending? It may stem from a lack of awareness, organization, or gratitude. Here are 3 surefire ways to love what you already have—so you can stop shopping for more. 1. Declutter. The first way to love what you already have is to actually know what you already have—and to assess each item’s value to you. This means…
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HOW TO AVOID LIFESTYLE INFLATION It happens to the best of us: with a new job, a raise, or a bonus, comes a “reward,” or a celebration, or a new pattern of spending. You may want to move into a larger home, buy a nicer car, or begin eating out more. Because now you can afford it…right? Wrong. These “rewards”…
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Years ago, I went on a cheap trip to Europe. It was a last-minute deal, and I was ecstatic. Everything was included: flights, hotels, and most meals. I was on a tight budget, so the pre-paid itinerary made this an ideal adventure for me. When it came time to pack, I did something I had never done before. I packed…
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When I first started practicing mindfulness, I was shocked at how just a few moments each day of being calmly aware of my feelings, body, and thoughts—and guiding my thoughts back to the present moment—centered me and helped me focus. Click Here to Get Your FREE No Buy Workbook! I quickly realized that, much in the way mindfulness helps one…
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