Start Your Day with Purpose

Start Your Day with Purpose

Do you jump out of bed in the morning, ready to start your day? OR Do you hit the snooze button and hide under the covers dreading a new day? You don’t have to be a morning person to start your day with purpose. I’m not asking you to wake up at 4AM or to have a...
Is it time for a solo trip?

Is it time for a solo trip?

In Stephen R. Covey’s book, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People®, the seventh habit is to sharpen the saw. This phrase means taking time to renew yourself physically, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. When was the last time you sharpened your saw? If...
How to Ask for Help During Tough Times

How to Ask for Help During Tough Times

Some of us have a hard time asking for help even though we’re going through a tough time. I used to be in that category. But when I went through my divorce, I learned it’s okay to ask for help. It helped me keep my sanity during that major life transition. What...
Strive for Happiness

Strive for Happiness

“Happy” – defined by Dictionary.com as: “characterized by or indicative of pleasure, contentment, or joy” Through my financial planning practice, I work with many people going through difficult times. Some are going through a divorce. Others may have...
Don’t Give Up, Re-evaluate and Recommit

Don’t Give Up, Re-evaluate and Recommit

Every January, we hear “new year, new you.” We’re encouraged to improve ourselves. And it’s promoted by making New Year’s resolutions. Did you make any New Year’s resolutions? It’s hard not to become caught up in the hype for change. Retailers and service...
Is the Grass Really Greener on the Other Side?

Is the Grass Really Greener on the Other Side?

In my business, January is known as the “divorce” month. Many people wait until after the holidays before they begin pursuing a divorce. When they contact me, I work with them to assess their finances and develop a solution for splitting their assets (e.g., home,...