MONEY HARMONY, LIFE HARMONY
MONEY HARMONY, LIFE HARMONY
When you hear the term “financial trauma,” you might immediately think of personal experiences like job loss or bankruptcy. But the roots of financial trauma often run much deeper, embedded in the cultural and societal structures that shape our lives.…
Have you ever felt like money is controlling your life instead of you controlling money? In a world of these distractions and pressures, financial mindfulness offers a transformative approach to reclaiming your power and aligning your resources with your deepest…
Financial stress is more than just a mental burden—it’s a full-body experience, deeply rooted in our biology. In Why Zebras Don’t Get Ulcers, Robert Sapolsky explains that stress responses evolved to help animals survive immediate physical dangers, like escaping predators.…
Last week, I caught myself doing something I knew better than to do. Standing in the electronics store, I was about to buy a new laptop because my current one was “too slow.” But was it really? Or was I…
A research-backed self-assessment to identify and reframe your beliefs about money Did you know that 71% of Americans feel anxious about their finances, but the root cause isn’t always what they think? While many people blame their debts or bank…
Part 3 of the 3-part series, The Ultimate Guide to Financial Needs and Wants. Imagine a world where every financial decision you make brings you closer to your dreams, fuels your passions, and aligns with your values. Sound too good…
Picture this: you and your partner, sitting across from each other, hearts racing, palms sweating—not because of the irresistible chemistry, but because the topic of money has just landed on the table, casting a shadow over the once happy setting.…
Talking about money is one of our most deeply held taboos. Even in close relationships, people avoid this thorny topic. It can be hard to think of a reason to risk spoiling a fine moment with your favorite person by…
When I think about the most stress-ridden times in my life, those caused or worsened by money problems are at or near the top of the list. Stress caused by financial issues is especially toxic. But there are steps you…
If you’re thinking about using the cash advance app EarnIn, you’ve landed in the right place. You’ll find out about the ways EarnIn can help you manage your money. And just as important, you’ll learn how EarnIn can affect your…
As an alternative financial service (AFS), check cashing businesses exist alongside but apart from mainstream banks and credit unions. Check cashing stores’ fees can be quite high, and they lack some of the advantages offered through traditional banking. To people…
Alternative financial services (AFS) such as payday and auto title loans, are a fact of life for over 36 million consumers in the United States alone.. Even so, some people may wonder why anyone would use these kinds of services,…
The alternative financial sector does business outside the scope of traditional banks and credit unions. Alternative financial services (AFS) offer short-term, high interest loans for limited amounts of money. The AFS industry also includes related markets like check cashing, money…