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8 “Money Scripts” From Your Childhood That Are Messing With Your Finances Today

June 20, 2025
By Travis Campbell
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We all have stories about money—some we tell ourselves, others we inherit from our families. These stories, or “money scripts,” are the beliefs and attitudes about money that we pick up in childhood. They shape how we spend, save, and even think … [Read more...] about 8 “Money Scripts” From Your Childhood That Are Messing With Your Finances Today

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Behavior

What Your Takeout Habits Reveal About Your Spending Psychology

June 20, 2025
By Travis Campbell
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Ordering takeout is more than just a convenient way to satisfy your cravings—it’s a window into your financial mindset. Whether you’re grabbing a quick lunch between meetings or treating yourself to a Friday night feast, your takeout habits can say a … [Read more...] about What Your Takeout Habits Reveal About Your Spending Psychology

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Can You Be Too Frugal for Your Own Good?

June 19, 2025
By Riley Jones
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We live in a culture that glorifies frugality. Clipping coupons, hunting for deals, DIY everything—it’s all held up as a sign of financial wisdom and discipline. And to be fair, spending less than you earn is the foundation of any solid financial … [Read more...] about Can You Be Too Frugal for Your Own Good?

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Are We Gaslighting Ourselves Into Believing We’re Bad With Money?

June 18, 2025
By Riley Jones
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Most of us have whispered it at some point: “I’m just bad with money.” It rolls off the tongue like a confession, coated in guilt and resignation. But what if that statement isn’t entirely true? What if you’ve been conditioned to believe you’re … [Read more...] about Are We Gaslighting Ourselves Into Believing We’re Bad With Money?

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Home

Is DIY Just a Way to Hide That You Can’t Afford the Real Fix?

June 15, 2025
By Riley Jones
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DIY culture has become almost a badge of honor in today’s world. From home improvement influencers on YouTube to Pinterest boards filled with homemade hacks, we’ve been sold the idea that doing it yourself is thrifty, empowering, and even noble. But … [Read more...] about Is DIY Just a Way to Hide That You Can’t Afford the Real Fix?

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Banking

If You Disappeared Tomorrow, What Would Your Bank Account Say About You?

June 12, 2025
By Riley Jones
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Picture this: you’re gone. No explanations. No warnings. Just vanished—off the grid, never to be heard from again. In your absence, your loved ones are left to piece together the story of your life. And among the first things they examine? Your bank … [Read more...] about If You Disappeared Tomorrow, What Would Your Bank Account Say About You?

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Finances & Money

How Many People Would Still Like You If You Had No Money?

June 12, 2025
By Riley Jones
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Here’s a question most people don’t dare ask out loud: If you lost all your money tomorrow, how many people would still answer your texts? It’s not just a hypothetical. For many, financial loss reveals more than just bank balances. It exposes the … [Read more...] about How Many People Would Still Like You If You Had No Money?

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6 Qualities That Say You’re Terrible With Money

June 10, 2025
By Riley Jones
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We all like to believe we’re “pretty good” with money, especially if the bills are paid and the credit card isn’t maxed out. But being financially responsible isn’t just about keeping the lights on. It’s about habits, mindsets, and the quiet, … [Read more...] about 6 Qualities That Say You’re Terrible With Money

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