The more I explore FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early), the more I see that most conversations begin with numbers. Of course, this makes sense. If you’re considering this lifestyle, it’s natural to start with the practical questions. Financial independence is,
Last week’s post on The Edit credit got me thinking about the conversations around planning for a luxury purchase. Some of us may rationalize our decision. Others might act on impulse, YOLO-ing a big want or splurge without much of
Life on autopilot can affect anyone, serving sometimes as a means of survival amid chaos. Other times, it’s a conscious choice that celebrates a quieter life, free from daily noise. However, for those who share my perspective, this can begin
How often do we reflect on the changes we make and how they will impact our lives? I personally have a tendency to overlook changes in my life. I don’t typically dwell on them too much; they inevitably happen, and
Have you ever struggled with the decision to make a big purchase? I certainly have. Not only can it feel daunting, but it can also feel conflicting, especially if it involves taking on debt. Although not all debt is bad,
It’s not often that the word “fun” is associated with prioritizing savings. However, for a frugal gal like me, it can be super entertaining. Honestly, saving is a love language all on its own. Brian might not be as intense
It can be difficult to remain positive in the midst of high inflation and constant news that many Americans are living paycheck to paycheck. That is, if they aren’t deeply in debt. You would assume that this country and its
Sometimes, I joke that I became a minimalist out of necessity. While there is a little truth to that, I have found that I actually prefer a minimalist lifestyle to one that celebrates excess. Minimalism is intentionally choosing to own
Retirement: you hear about it, you might read about it, and perhaps even save a little for it…but it seems so far off in the future, doesn’t it? As nice as it would be, your income stream isn’t endless and
The society we live in today continually demands instant gratification. This trend leads us toward adopting a more poor mindset as individuals and as a society. We need to dilute the influence of social media and advertising to focus on