Tag Archive: money

Women, Money and Mussels Monica

A quiet conversation over good food and good wine sometimes results in surprises. How surprised was I when a good friend told me she had never budgeted?

When is ‘Enough’ Enough?

When women define what financial freedom means to them, one word that pops up often is “enough.” Not “abundance” … not “being a millionaire.” They want to have enough … plus a little bit. Hmmmm…

Breaking the Silence

While discussing personal finances is taboo in the U.S., holding feelings inside and letting bad news fester just makes things worse. Find someone you can talk to comfortably about the situation in order to de-fang it.

Two Scary Words: “Now What?”

How do you react to bad financial news? By sticking your head in the sand? Or by trying to figure out what’s causing the problem in the first place. Let’s look at how you answer the question “Now what?”

Time and the Role It Plays in “Financial Stress”

I’m a huge believer in the Power of Being ‘Time Neutral’. I discovered the concept as I was getting my life back in order after my financial tsunami. And nobody seems to talk about it …

“Oh, No, I Don’t Know Anything About Money”

What’s with that knee-jerk reaction too many women have to the topic of money? What kind of money mindset leads them to say they don’t know anything about money … when clearly they do? Here’s another case.

Looking at Money through the Filter of Failure

As people struggle with the idea of simplifying their lives today, it takes me back to when I learned how money can distort the way we look at things.

So What Role Does Money Play in Your Life?

What role your money plays in your life is entirely up to you. No one else. Probably the greatest investment you could make in yourself is understanding this empowering concept.