In today's consumer-driven society, it's no secret that marketing plays a significant role in shaping our spending habits. However, what often goes unnoticed is how these marketing strategies can be particularly influential when it comes to gendered consumption. This phenomenon not only affects our purchasing decisions but can also have a big impact on women's ability to save money. What is Gendered Consumption or Targeted Marketing?Gendered consumption, I prefer targeted … [Read more...]
How to budget when there’s too much month at the end of the money
Full disclosure, this post contains affiliate links, if you buy anything from the link I might earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support.We've all been there! We want to pay our credit card in full but somehow there's never enough money so we end up carrying a balance that just seems to grow and grow. You want to pay off student loans, but somehow, there's never enough money to pay more than the minimum! Yes, we’ve listened to the gurus, we’ve … [Read more...]
Myth: You need high income to become financially successful
What better time to start debunking myths than the Summertime! I love a good financial success myth but what I love even more is debunking it! It became a myth because enough people believed it to swear by it and use it, mainly as an excuse, as to why they would never become financially successful! Like every belief we have, be it financial or other, if we believe it, our brain is going to show us evidence that we are right. That in itself is a whole new blog post! So, for now, let’s … [Read more...]
How to budget for Vacation without getting into debt
Planning a vacation is exciting! However, without having a budget, your dream vacation can quickly become a financial nightmare. From flights and accommodations to dining and activities, every aspect of your trip needs careful financial consideration. This will make sure you don’t reach for that credit card, therefore not paying for the vacation long after it’s nothing but a distant memory!As you know by now, I’m a big believer in creating a plan! It’s ok to deviate from it but … [Read more...]
How to budget with Cash Envelopes without the Cash
Hi there! Thank you for being here! I'm a little late to the game as I just launched my online C(r)ash Course on Personal Finance - 21 Days to Organize Your Money and Your Life! If you are in there, let me congratulate you on taking yet another step towards the life you want to live.I know it can seem like a very small step but believe me, all the steps count. And if you aren't in there yet, don't worry, you were not ready. I truly believe that we are exactly where we need to be. I … [Read more...]
Why You MUST Get Out of Debt Before Perimenopause…
Well, never thought I would be writing a post about this! Yet, here we are! If there ever was a reason to live debt free, this is the one that really counts! at least for me and right now... can you guess why?!Now, if you've been here long enough you know that getting out of debt and living without debt is one of the most important things. I usually talk about the freedom it gives you to spend and to live. But this last couple of weeks I found (the hard way) another very valid reason … [Read more...]
5 Things you Shouldn’t ignore When You start Budgeting
Hey! We've all been there! It's Sunday evening, the kids are in bed, tomorrow is a brand new week and we promised ourselves that THIS IS THE WEEK WE ARE GOING TO - whatever it is you are trying to implement in your life, for you (since you are here!) it might be budgeting, for me is sticking to an exercise plan! Please don't judge me, I'm not judging you ;)! That's why i put together these 5 things we shouldn't ignore when starting a budget, or in my case, an exercising plan! Ready? … [Read more...]
How to Stick to Your Budget and Become Financially Stable
Are you tired of feeling restricted by your budget and sacrificing the things you love? In this post, I’ll show you how to stick to your budget without completely changing your lifestyle. Are you ready to learn how to cut costs, without sacrificing your quality of life and still achieve your financial goals?How to Stick to a Budget Without Sacrificing Your Lifestyle and Become Financially StableDo you ever feel like you're caught in a financial trap, forced to make sacrifices … [Read more...]
Are You Ready to Unlock the Power of Money to Create the Life You Want?
Do you feel like you're stuck in a never-ending cycle of struggling to make ends meet? Are you ready to unlock the power of money to create the life you want? Well my friend, it's time to take control of your money and create a budget that works for you. I don't get tired of saying this because I remember that it took me a long time to get on board with budgeting. That's why, you need to realize that a budget is supposed to work for you, not the other way around. When you realize you … [Read more...]
Meal Planning: how to cut your grocery bill in half
Meal planning is one of the essential steps to saving money and time while making sure your family eats healthy meals everyday. Yet, the task of meal planning can seem overwhelming and tedious, especially when life is already so busy. My hope is that this post will provide an introduction to meal planning, offering creative and easy strategies to make the process simple and achievable.1) Benefits of Meal Planning.The main benefit of meal planning is... how much head space you'll … [Read more...]