In a world where financial freedom is often associated with immense wealth, luxurious lifestyles, and early retirement, a paradigm shift is emerging. What if financial freedom meant something more attainable and practical? What if it was about having a crystal-clear understanding of your financial situation and a well-crafted plan for future independence? The Importance of Knowing Where You Stand True financial freedom starts with knowledge. Understanding your current financial … [Read more...]
How to be prepared for life when it happens
Being prepared for emergencies is a critical aspect of financial planning that often takes a backseat when we think about budgeting. However, having a good plan for unexpected circumstances is key! Let's go deeper into why emergency preparedness matters and how to integrate it effectively into your budget. For the longest time I did not like the word “emergency” in connection to my budget. Why? Well, I thought it was a reminder of a catastrophe waiting to happen and that it would … [Read more...]
How to align your budget with your core values
Identifying core values is a foundational step when it comes to live a life of alignment. Your core values represent the principles and beliefs that guide your decisions and actions. They are the fundamental aspects of life that you hold in high regard and that contribute to your sense of fulfilment and purpose. So, how exactly do you go about identifying those core values so that they are reflected in all areas of your life, be it in a generic or in a more specific way, like in your … [Read more...]
How to save money this Holiday Season
It's that time of the year again... Yes, the most Wonderful time of the Year! We all know how wonderful but financially draining it can be, so I'm here to give you five effective ways to save money during the Holiday season. The Holiday season is a time for joy, gratitude, and togetherness, but it can also be a season of excess when it comes to spending. From gift-giving to holiday parties and decorations, the costs can quickly add up. But I've got your back and today I’m talking … [Read more...]
Who do I need to be to…
If you are on my email list you've already heard about London trip, if you aren't maybe consider subscribing, it's a fun quick read that foes out once a week. So, about that trip, I was there to catch up with my business besties, as we do each year. That was a lot of fun! While there, we went to an event by Suzy Ashworth called Infinite Receiving Live. It was life changing for me to say the least. I stepped fully into my best life. You see, I've been very overwhelmed with all the … [Read more...]
How to get out of debt in 7 steps
“How to get out of debt” You cannot imagine how many times I typed that into the search bar of my browser late Sunday evenings… I didn’t want to go to sleep because then Monday would come quicker and I would have all the creditors calling me. The weekend was my safe haven, come Monday I would just pray for Friday to come around quickly and it would start all over again. This was a burden I was carrying alone, I couldn’t bring myself to tell my husband how bad the situation was, … [Read more...]
Low-Content Publishing: The Highly Lucrative World of Side Hustles
This post contains links and if you purchase anything through the links below I might earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. I'm always thankful to you for supporting my business. In today's digital age, the concept of a side hustle has evolved beyond traditional part-time jobs. Thanks to the internet, there are countless opportunities to generate extra income online, and two prominent avenues for doing so are Low-Content Publishing and Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP). … [Read more...]
How Targeted Marketing impacts Women
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 … [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, … [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...]