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! Can you imagine making this mindset shift?
When you enjoy the act of saving, you shift the energy around money. It feels lighter and brighter to turn saving money into a game, celebrate your wins, and feel the freedom that comes with a growing stash of cash.
From Pressure to Play
Too often, saving money gets buried under self-imposed rules and unrealistic expectations. That pressure can make saving feel like a burden instead of a benefit. But what if you flipped the script and treated saving like a playful experiment? Make saving fun for you and feel the difference!
Play inspires curiosity and creativity, so tap into them! Save in small but consistent ways to root new habits in abundance rather than lack.
Here are a few ideas to kickstart your playful saving:
Round up purchases and save the difference
Choose a no-cost way to celebrate every $20 (or $50 or $10!) added to your account
Swap books, clothes, or handbags with friends instead of buying
Keep in mind - this is YOUR playful way to save. If you love your daily coffee run, choose another place to save (like the streaming subscription you no longer use). Decide what feels best for you and allow your curiosity and creativity to make it fun!
What ideas can you brainstorm that make saving playful?
Feel the Joy!
As you embrace a more playful approach to saving money, notice how the feeling of restrictive sacrifice is replaced with expansive possibilities. Each enjoyable effort you make is proof of your changing money mindset.
Notice the ripple effects and feel the joy that saving brings your way! Feel lighter with a little extra breathing room in your budget or get a boost of excitement as your travel funds grow. Lean into the freedom of saying yes to an unexpected opportunity that comes your way. Savor the peace of mind that comes from knowing you’re better prepared for life’s curveballs.
Experience the pleasure of building your savings and thinking of the possibilities ahead. What helps you feel the joy of saving?
Save for the Next 30 Days
Join me for a 30 Day Savings Challenge! Use the daily tips to save money in a variety of ways. Switch them around or swap one out with your playful idea - whatever helps you get creative, have fun, and feel joy around saving!
By the end of 30 days, you’ll feel proud of the progress you’ve made, have a boost in savings, and prove to yourself that saving can be enjoyable.
While you’re at it, why not boost your financial wellness in other ways, too? Join my free MONEY MATTERS list to receive a monthly email, each with a different money-related challenge, that helps you build your money mindset and grow your personal wealth.
The purpose of this post is to provide information and education (& hopefully some entertainment!). I am not a financial, medical, or mental health professional, so please do not interpret my words as the direction of a financial planner, doctor, or therapist.
I know you're smart and will ALWAYS consult with your physician or another appropriate, accredited professional before implementing any changes to your investments, diet, medication, lifestyle, exercise regimen, supplement regimen, or health practices. After all, you're here to live well, right??
Seriously - consult with your financial or healthcare team and assess your own risk. Verify what you find on the internet. I care about you!
