The Illogic of Spending on Stuff

Stuff weighs us down, physically, emotionally, and mentally. You have to move, store, and maintain it. You need to plan organizational strategies, take care of your belongings, and make sure it’s in good condition. Stuff becomes an emotional burden as well, where we’re spending more time cleaning, managing stuff (the buying and selling processes that …

The High Cost of Crap

Crap – the stuff that fills our lives and somehow takes over, overwhelming and eventually burying the owner in a landslide of minutia – takes many forms. Emotional crap, the burdens we absorb from others, or perhaps create in ourselves; obligatory crap, the duties and commitments we must uphold because of some important reason. (I …

5 easy ways to save BIG

home - money - life Got an unexpected expense? Holiday bills coming in? Planning to save for a home or holiday -- whatever the reason, you need extra cash, FAST. Here's my top five ways to save BIG TIME. Number One Don’t spend. Sounds simple, but take on a personal challenge – how long can …