Intentional Living

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.

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7 Purchases Americans Are Switching to Secondhand Alternatives

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…

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9 Ways Gift-Giving Has Turned Into Financial Pressure

Gift-giving transformed from a thoughtful gesture into a source of serious financial stress. You feel obligated to spend money you don’t have to meet expectations that keep growing. What used to be about showing care now creates anxiety and debt that lasts well beyond the holidays. Gift Registries Setting Minimum Price Expectations You open wedding…

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10 Products People Now Leave on the Shelf

Certain products that used to fly off shelves now sit there gathering dust. You walk right past items you would have bought without thinking a few years ago. Economic pressure and changing priorities transformed what people consider worth buying. Pre-Cut Fruits and Vegetables You’re done paying triple the price for someone else to chop your…