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Eight Steps to Review, Organize, and Tidy Your Accounts for 2026

The turn of the calendar page to a new year often inspires acts of cleaning and organizing. It feels good to declutter, put things in their place, and sweep away the residual dust and debris from the previous year. A literal clean start to the new year feels good!

So why not apply that to your finances, too?

I created a framework that …

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Let Go of Resolutions. Set Intentions Instead.

Every New Year, the conversation about resolutions comes up. And every year, the majority who set them give up within weeks.

Failed resolutions tend to be general, oversized, and unrealistic. All elements that make follow-through and success unlikely.

Rather than chasing New Year’s resolutions in 2026, I encourage you to set intentions instead.

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The Joy-Per-Dollar Filter: A Guide to Happier Saving and Spending in Midlife and Beyond

Do you ever notice how some purchases keep you smiling for years, while others stir up disappointment or regret within weeks?

In midlife and beyond, many of us crave less so we can make room for more. Rarely is that craving satisfied by filling our lives with meaningless clutter or making another thoughtless purchase in the checkout line.

What we want is…

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Gratitude, the Brain, and Your Money Story: How Thankfulness Shifts What You See and Believe

This won’t be the first time you’ve heard this…gratitude changes everything.

Maybe this will be the first time you’ve heard this…science backs it up, my friend.

When you practice gratitude regularly, you’re not just cultivating a positive attitude; you’re actually rewiring your brain. Research has shown that…

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What a Life + Wellness Coach Really Does

Midlife and beyond is full of change - AND possibility. In this post, you’ll learn what a Life and Wellness Coach really does and how coaching can help you navigate transitions, reduce stress, and rediscover your confidence and joy.

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SAVE MONEY AND ENJOY IT!

It’s not uncommon for women in midlife and beyond to own up to feeling shame, overwhelm or stress around money. We’ve carried old stories about what we “should” be doing, compared ourselves to others, and felt like it’s too late to change old habits. 

Saving money doesn’t have to be heavy or guilt-filled, my friend. It can actually be fun, creative, and tailored to what feels good for you!

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Wondering how a wellness coach can help you?

A wellness coach helps you make positive and lasting changes to improve your overall wellness and quality of life. This may include things like stress management, self-care, sleep, nutrition, and fitness. A wellness coach helps you move from where you are to where you want to be. You take the lead and your coach guides and supports you on the journey.

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