Over the last month, I had a number of bills to pay; some were related to my personal life and others were related to The Frugal Feminista. I realized that despite having the money to pay the bills, I felt a sense of tension in my belly when they came. I felt a sense of worry. I even felt a bit upset that I had to pay them. When I caught myself catching an attitude, I … [Read more...]
3 Core Money Mindset Principles that will Keep You Out of Debt and From Living Paycheck to Paycheck
As you embark on any journey of financial self-awareness, I want you to remember three of my core money mindset principles. These principles not only empower me, they also push me to make smart money decisions on a daily basis. Know Your Why One of the ways to improve your relationship with money is to understand why are you spending or saving. Money is a proxy for so many … [Read more...]
Money Monday: How to Make Your Financial Success Effortless, Despite Yourself
We all want to be financially secure. But on the road to financial success, we’ve swerved out of control and smashed headlong into retail temptations that reduce us to mere smoldering scraps of wreckage. Our brains are wired to spend. Willpower is weak. We all fall victim to retail seductions. It’s hard to think about personal finances when you’re in the store … [Read more...]
5 Ways To Put Yourself Financially First
Putting yourself first is probably the best thing that you can do for the longevity of your finances and your peace of mind. All of your dreams, passions, and short-term goals, no matter how big or small have a price tag. But in order to realize any of them, you have to get into the habit of making financial decisions that work to your benefit, not to your … [Read more...]