Prefer to listen? Press play below, or keep reading for hightlights. In this Money Monday episode, I share the 7 simple habits that helped me go from a broke college student with a “shotgun” 401(k) to early retirement. We cover embracing your inner frugalista, keeping housing costs low, the 3 questions to ask before any…
Hello 2021! This is the year to simplify, make beautiful, create your plan for life. I’ve been obsessed with YouTube videos about minimal moms and other people that have taken a penchant for getting rid of stuff and having a home filled with only items they love. It’s very Marie Kondo.
When I was in law school, I used to say, “I want to be the richest woman in my law school graduating class.” I pronounced it so much that the guy I was dating, on the last day of school gave me a little hardbound book about money inscribed with my own quote.
Put on those comfy clothes . . . And start hunkering down for a year-end assessment. The end of the year is a fine time to do the following financial housekeeping tasks that put you in the right frame of mind to tackle a new year. Make this last month of the year count (before…
I have a new YouTube “crush.” And I mean crush like I mean a current Netflix show that I binge watch from Season 1 through Season 18. His name is Graham Stephan (pronounced gram stef-un). You know what they say about dating guys with two first names (yes, I mean you, Brett Brian and Drew…
Ever been in a penny pinching mode? We all have. And it’s usually temporary and fine, until it’s not. Until that day when everyone is staring at you, wondering why you won’t break down and just go to dinner already.
If you want to be the bomb with your money, and have lots of it over time, the key is prioritizing our wants. A Skinny book by Bettheny Frankel said something like, “You can have anything you want, you just can’t have it all at once.” It’s the same with money.
Keep it Super Simple. The number one way to stay in physical shape or money shape is to keep it super simple. Step 1 – Evaluate Your Money Fitness “Consult with a physician before starting any exercise routine.” In this case, you’re the doctor. There are three key numbers you need to know.
Being stressed out about money will affect your teaching, consciously or unconsciously. Money troubles can make you unfocused and stressed, worrying about how many students are in the room instead of the quality of your teaching. Ippoliti, Amy & Smith, Taro, The Art and Business of Teaching Yoga (2016). I love this quote because it…
How Russell Simmons got it so right. If any of you don’t know, Russell Simmons, among many other accomplishments, is a founder of Def Jam records and Phat Farm clothing line. His book, Success Through Stillness: Meditation Made Simple caught my eye on my way out of the library last week. I grabbed it and added it to my…