Do you discuss the highlights on your journey to Financial Independence or FIRE? I’ve been blogging about money for over fourteen years, but I am still hesitant to write and talk about the big, bold moments of my financial quest. Looking back I think I’ve been too modest about my financial success. Leaving Out the […]
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The Value of the Latte Factor – It’s Not What You Think
If I had to sum up the #1 rule for personal finance it would be this: “Think about the stuff you buy.” I mean seriously stop, pause, take a deep breath, count to ten, slow your heart rate down and then think carefully about whatever it is you want to spend your hard earned money […]
Is the Pursuit of Financial Independence Inherently Selfish?
I wish I could say I was one of those philanthropic folks who always used her powers for the betterment of mankind. But nope, in my twenties and thirties that would not have been an accurate assessment. In high school I volunteered for all sorts of community efforts. I cleaned up streams, rallied for causes, […]
Overcoming Financial Fears, Stress and Anxiety
Life experiences can have a profoundly positive or negative impact on the way we think about money. When good things happen we view the world through rose colored glasses. When bad things occur we squint through shards of glass. How does your past impact your feelings about money? Do you face financial matters from a […]
Why Wait for Retirement? Don’t Squander Your Time
There are twenty-four hours available in any given day. Is it just me or do those hours seem to pass in the blink of an eye? One minute you are rising out of bed and the next you are climbing back into it. Math has a funny way of playing tricks on our minds. Twenty-four […]