The Value of Motherhood
Every year on Mother’s Day, restaurants are packed as families queue up for brunch and dinner. Giggles and smiles and hugs abound. This year, most restaurants are wistfully quiet, their…
The Dark Side of Black Friday
There’s no doubt that Black Friday has grown to be one of the biggest retail events of the year. But under the surface of all the retail ruckus lies some unsavory truths that better portray the shady reality of Black Friday.
Dining Out: A Blessing Or A Curse?
Eating out has become a mainstay in our modern consumer culture--and our budgets. Here are some of the pros and cons of eating out, and how you can make the best of both worlds.
6 Reasons Why I Oppose the FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) Movement
The FIRE community has grown rapidly in recent years. While FIRE practices some great values, the core philosophy is flawed. If you’re thinking of joining the FIRE movement, read this first.
3 Steps to Overcome FOMO (the Fear of Missing Out)
Most of us deal with some degree of FOMO. It affects our finances, our mental health, and even physical health. What can you do to overcome this perpetual fear of missing out?
The Truth About Debt: 7 Things You Need to Know
Debt overload is a complex problem based on a lot of factors. In dealing with it, we need to consider not just the symptoms on the surface but the underlying causes as well.