Hi Reader, Welcome to this month’s Mind Your Money newsletter. April has been a beautiful reminder that you don’t have to spend more to enjoy life - sometimes, the most meaningful moments come from simply being a little more intentional with what you already have. This month, I’ve been leaning into that mindset even more… especially around celebrations. Let’s dive in. 💬 Money Talks This month’s biggest money lesson? You don’t need to overspend to celebrate. It was my birthday this month and...
about 1 month ago • 3 min read
Hi Reader, Welcome to this month’s Mind Your Money newsletter. March has been one of those months that really reminded me that money isn’t just about numbers. It’s about real life, real decisions and real learning moments especially when it comes to our kids. If you’ve ever wondered whether the money lessons you’re teaching are actually sticking… you’re not alone. This month, I’ve been right there with you. Let’s dive in. 💬 Money Talks This month, our biggest money lesson didn’t come from a...
2 months ago • 3 min read
Hi Reader, Can you believe we’re already at the end of February? This month has felt full and busy but also quietly powerful. I made my final student loan payment this month and I’m still thinking “Did that really just happen?” For years that debt sat in the background of my life. Deducted automatically, slowly shrinking. Always present and now? It’s done! If you’re in the middle of paying off debt while raising kids, working full time and juggling everyday life - this newsletter is...
3 months ago • 4 min read
Hi Reader, Happy New Year! January always carries that quiet sense of possibility, not the loud “new year, new you” pressure but the gentle reminder that you get to reset, realign and move forward one small step at a time. This month’s Mind Your Money newsletter is all about setting yourself up for a calmer, more confident financial year without overwhelm. Think steady habits, realistic goals and progress that actually sticks. So grab your coffee (or tea), take a breath and let’s begin. 💬...
4 months ago • 3 min read
Hi Reader, I hope you had a wonderful Christmas and enjoyed time with your loved ones. December has a way of bringing up all the feelings - joy, generosity, exhaustion… and sometimes a little financial regret too. Between Christmas shopping, school holidays, end of year celebrations and “just this once” spending, it’s easy to look at your bank account and wonder how things crept up so fast. If that’s you, please know this: you’re not behind, you haven’t failed and you’re definitely not alone....
5 months ago • 4 min read
Hi Reader, I hope this month finds you with a little more peace, a little more clarity and maybe even a little more hope. November is always a busy time - the start of the holiday season, school winding down and for many of us, juggling home life, work life and money life all at once. But there’s also something beautiful about this season - clarity. It’s often when we look back at the year and realize how far we’ve come even if we didn’t always feel like we were making progress. This month’s...
6 months ago • 5 min read
Hi Reader, Can you believe it’s already the end of October? The year feels like it’s racing by and before we know it, we’ll be heading into the holidays. This month, I’ve been thinking a lot about balance - balancing budgets, time and expectations. Especially as the season of giving (and spending) starts creeping closer. If September was about fresh starts, October is about steady steps. The kind that help you stay grounded when life (and money) start to speed up. So grab your cozy drink of...
7 months ago • 3 min read
Hi Reader, It feels so good to be back in your inbox. The last six months were full of challenges and change. Juggling side hustles, shifting from two incomes down to one, facing health issues and saying heartbreaking goodbyes to loved ones. It was a heavy season but it taught me one powerful lesson. Every hard chapter eventually gives way to a fresh page. And now, here we are turning that page together. This month's Mind Your Money newsletter is about helping you find encouragement,...
8 months ago • 3 min read
Hi Reader, Is it just me or has this month just flown by?! In this month's issue, we’re exploring why having an Emergency Fund is essential. Life is unpredictable and having a financial cushion can bring peace of mind when the unexpected happens - whether it’s a car breakdown, a medical emergency or job loss. Let’s explore how to start, build and maintain an Emergency Fund to help protect your financial future. Money Talks: Why You Need an Emergency Fund When life throws you a curveball, an...
over 1 year ago • 4 min read