Hi Reader, Can you believe we're already at the end of July? This month has been a reminder that life doesn't slow down just because we're working towards financial goals. Between school holidays, family celebrations, sports, work and everyday life, we've been learning that it's often the smallest money habits that make the biggest difference over time. Whether you're paying off debt, building savings or simply trying to make your money stretch a little further, I hope this month's newsletter...
about 1 month ago • 3 min read
Hi Reader, Welcome to this month’s Mind Your Money newsletter. I hope you’ve had a good month and found little moments to celebrate along the way. Life has been full lately with work, family, school commitments and all the usual busyness that comes with everyday life. And that’s exactly why I continue to believe that managing money doesn’t have to mean making huge changes overnight. Sometimes it’s the small decisions we make consistently that create the biggest impact. Whether it’s checking...
2 months ago • 3 min read
Hi Reader, Can you believe we're already at the end of May? This month has been a good reminder that financial progress isn't always about making huge changes. Sometimes it's the small choices we make every day that have the biggest impact over time. Whether it's choosing a home cooked meal instead of takeout, comparing prices before making a purchase. Finding creative ways to save on groceries or simply being patient before buying something we want. These little decisions all add up. As...
3 months ago • 4 min read
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...
4 months 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...
5 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...
7 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. 💬...
8 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....
8 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...
10 months ago • 5 min read