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Money, when used effectively as a tool, can help you achieve some pretty phenomenal goals in life. Just to name a few: And the benefits of these actions can measurably improve your life by: All of which can intrinsically lead to a more satisfied, healthy, and happy life. Money can also be used as a …
In belated honor of Earth Day and as a show of appreciation for our one and only planet, I wanted to do a little something special. Reducing my negative impact on this planet and saving money are both things that I care very deeply about. So, I thought it would be worthwhile to create a …
If you’ve spent any amount of time reading personal finance advice, you’ve surely come across gurus or opinionated individuals with an unwavering faith in the power of income to cure all financial ills. “Don’t worry about the little things – just focus on boosting your income and that will cure everything”, they say. They say …
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An interesting discussion ensued last week on my cheap vs. quality vs. luxury post on organic food and whether or not it is a “luxury”. In the post, I had given an example of a cheap vs. a quality good: $3 per pound pink slime vs. a $10 grass-fed organic steak, to which a reader, …
As human beings, we have the intellectual capacity to recognize that having certain things in our lives can add function, safety, entertainment, comfort, and even happiness at times. For example: And that last point is where things get a bit tricky. Our brains are very adept at recognizing when a basic need is met and …
I’m lucky (and very spoiled) to work for an employer that offers a full lunch cafeteria – all expenses paid – as part of my benefits package. As I grab my plate and head through the lines at the various food stations, it rarely fails that my plate ends up being fully covered with delicious, …
