To “live intentionally” means to live according to your values and beliefs. I believe when we commit to being more thoughtful in how we spend our time and our money we can overcome the overwhelm, reduce financial stress, and live a more purposeful life.
Intentional living allows us to take better care of our minds and our bodies, and in turn, better care of those around us.
Here you’ll find content to help you spend less time and money on the things that matter less so you can create margin in your life and your budget to spend more on the things that matter most.
Shopping habits have shifted a lot in recent years. Items that once went into carts without thought now get a second look. Tighter budgets and new priorities drive this change. Here are nine things people used to buy automatically but no longer do. Brand Name Groceries Store brands replaced name brands in most shopping carts….
January starts with big promises that fade fast. Many people commit to change, then slip back into old routines within weeks. Motivation runs high at first, but real life catches up quickly. Time, stress, and old habits take over. Here are ten resolutions many people make every year, even knowing they rarely stick. Cooking at…
Some things were easy yes purchases for years. You did not overthink them. You bought them because they felt affordable and familiar. Once prices jumped, that feeling disappeared. These items still exist, but the value no longer feels the same. Streaming Services Streaming once felt like a smart swap for cable. As prices rose, the…
What people see as essential keeps shifting. Items that once felt necessary now feel easy to skip. As budgets tighten, many are rethinking needs versus wants. The choices people cut show what matters most when money feels tight. Here are seven purchases many Americans now treat as optional. Cable and Satellite Television Cable bills disappeared…
Prices have risen across the board, but some purchases hit differently than others. They trigger sticker shock, hesitation, and a sense that something is off. These are the items people pause on now, not because they want to cut joy, but because the value no longer lines up with the cost. Fast Food Meals Fast…
Buying new used to be the default. Now it’s becoming the exception. Secondhand shopping moved from thrift stores to mainstream acceptance. People check for used versions before buying anything new. The stigma disappeared as prices made new purchases feel wasteful. Here are seven purchases Americans are switching to secondhand alternatives. Clothing and Accessories Thrift stores…
