Economy Doom & Gloom…Think Again!

How to be positive with the biggest upheaval in our nation’s economy since the Great Depression?

The stock market downward plunge brings up lots of questions from you and I about our own individual security in a world which seemed so solid not that long ago. If you’re saying, “We’re doomed,” “How can we possibly recover” or “Good times are over,” then you’re setting yourself up for a hopeless situation. Sounds depressing and downright pessimistic. I’m bummed out already and don’t want to go down this downward spiral. Instead, let’s flip our thoughts to the positive. Read more

Where is My Money?

Our weak economy is all the buzz right now. So it may be a good time to take stock of your personal financial picture and start with the basics.

Do you know how much you spend? Is your checkbook balanced? Could you be saving more? How much do you have saved anyway? The list could go on and on about your money, but one thing is for sure. If you don’t know where your money is, then you won’t be able to do anything about it. Read more

Balance Your Checkbook and Balance Your Life

Here’s my theory. If we all became financially self sufficient, there would be a lot less divorces. Why? Think about it. If women knew they could support themselves, provide for retirement, build savings and have financial independence from people in the lives (not only from husbands, ex’s, but parents or anyone else… and you know who they are) a lot of fear would subside. When fear diminishes, especially in the love arena, women would attract and be attracted to healthy relationships no matter what “he” did for a living or what kind of car “he” drives. His bank account would not even have to be the topic of conversation. Instead the concentration could be to find someone with wonderful values like compassion, patience and honesty. Read more

Dealing with the “B” Word … Budget

As the New Year rolls around, I look at my finances and struggle with the “B” word. No, not the one that rhymes with “witch”, but a word that many times is very difficult to say. “Budget.” Read more

How Can I Save More and Spend Less?

Over-Spending is Like Over-Eating
It’s not about the things you buy or the food you eat. Your excessive behavior is all about not getting your needs met. And, only you know what those needs are. Read more