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Self-Care

Self-Care during Covid

We're six month into the pandemic. Even though we've been on this path for half of a year, time doesn't make it any easier. Everyday, there are new hurdles and the finnish line moves further into the distance. Self-care during covid is critical to supporting your overall health.

September 22, 2020
Covid

My Money

How to Save Money Grocery Shopping

Savvy shoppers can save $2,400 a year per person by making budget friendly choices. Let me show you how to save money grocery shopping!

September 16, 2020
Fixed Expenses, Save Money, Spending Habits

My Money, Self-Care

Overspending

79% of Americans with a budget say they have difficulty maintaining it. For many, overspending is a result of an unhealthy relationship with money.

September 6, 2020
Budget, Save Money, Spending Habits

My Money

Save Money FAST

You made a budget and realized you need to cut your expenses asap! When you make a modest salary, it can be hard to find places to reduce your spending. Lucky for you, I know the best ways to save money fast. ☺

July 29, 2020
Budget, Save Money

My Money

Budgeting: Discretionary Spending

I used a relaxing picture with palm trees and lounge chairs to illustrate this post intentionally. ☺ In other posts, I discuss how our emotions can influence the way we spend money and relate to money. Calculating your discretionary spending could be another eye opening experience.

July 27, 2020
Budget, Discretionary Spending

My Money

Budgeting: Variable Expenses

Now that you identified your fixed expenses, budgeting for variable expenses is the next step. In this case, "variable" refers to costs that change or differ from month to month. Likewise, these costs could also be quarterly, semiannual or annual expenses.