Ever felt so absorbed in a task that time seems to fly by? That's the "flow" state – a psychological sweet spot where you're fully immersed, losing track of everything else. Now, imagine experiencing this with your finances. Financial flow isn't just about numbers;...
How to make it past Quitter’s DayHello Independent Advisor Online (Brad Cable), As we ease into 2024, early January is an opportune time to consider the larger impact that changes you make now could have by the end of the year. Even minor adjustments to your saving...
Happy New Year! As we embark on this fresh chapter, consider this: in some areas of life, value is unlocked by starting, while in others, it's found in the finish. What's your focus for 2024? Whether you need to kickstart new financial habits or follow through on...
As we celebrate the holidays, I want to wish you and your loved ones a joyous and peaceful time. Now is when we often reflect on what truly matters in our lives, and I hope that your financial wellness and overall happiness are at or very near the top of your list....
We’re in the final stretch of 2023, and if you find yourself absorbed in the holiday hustle and bustle, let’s take a moment to pause and reflect.Reflecting on financial behavior at the end of a year can be especially illuminating. What obstacles did you face this...
'Tis the season! And with it comes the age-old quandary: what do we give our loved ones? While traditional gifts such as toys and games, gift cards, and vacations are popular choices, consider giving a financial-related present. It could be the best gift of all, one...
We all love a good secret. And this time of year is chock full of them. Whether it's wondering who’s on Santa’s nice list, to choosing the perfect gift for a loved one and brimming with anticipation while you wait to see their face light up as they open it, that...
You may wonder, how much money would pave the way to your true happiness? Is there a dollar amount that comes to mind? A recent survey questioned nearly 2,000 individuals on precisely this matter. The results, published in the Wall Street Journal article below, were...
With Thanksgiving approaching, it’s as good a time as any to be thinking about how to show gratitude to the significant people in your life and for what you have managed to achieve. But what is gratitude? The word comes from the Latin gratia, from which we also get...
The final two months. That’s right, holiday shoppers, we’re down to 7 weeks left in 2023. And as we quickly approach the end of the year, it's natural to pause and reflect, taking a moment to recognize what you’ve been able to accomplish so far, and let that then spur...