What happens when you get everything you want? Well, you want MORE, of course. But more almost always leads to diminishing returns. The fulfillment curve: The point of ENOUGH For any Your Money or Your Life fans out there, the fulfillment curve is a familiar concept. The idea is that when you reach the peak of the fulfillment curve - that point where you’ve got … [Read more...] about What happens when you get everything you want
Personal Stories
Overcoming Adversity: My Story on Money With A Purpose
I'm grateful Fred from Money With A Purpose asked me to write about my health diagnosis as part of his inspirational Overcoming Adversity series. I wasn't at all hesitant to say "yes" to his request, but as I started writing, I realized I'd never shared some of the things I wrote - with anyone. I admit, it feels kinda vulnerable, but it was rather therapeutic! Below is a … [Read more...] about Overcoming Adversity: My Story on Money With A Purpose
Why We Money is on 1500 Days!
Mr. 1500 Days was kind enough to allow me to take part in his famous 10 Questions series! So, please, click on over now and check it out! In my 10 questions, I put it all out there about our biggest splurge (no regrets!) and why our goal of FI has changed. And I answered some of those big questions about life (and money). Oh, and you don’t want to miss my pizza and beer … [Read more...] about Why We Money is on 1500 Days!
Wealth and Health: Reaching for FI is Useful No Matter What Your Plans
The best way to predict the future is to create it.” - Abraham Lincoln Thinking 5, 10, or 20 years into your future is super helpful. Because when you think about what you want your life to look like, you can take steps today to set you on the path to the future you desire. This is a great way to make positive changes in your life right now to create the life you dream … [Read more...] about Wealth and Health: Reaching for FI is Useful No Matter What Your Plans
Looks Easy, but It’s Not. Writing is Hard.
Several months ago Amanda approached me about writing some posts for the blog. She was thinking of having me write about one post a month. I thought it would be a great way for us to collaborate and work on a common goal, so I thought to myself, ‘Great, sign me up! How hard can it be?’. The poetic and timeless words of Clark W. Griswold in National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation … [Read more...] about Looks Easy, but It’s Not. Writing is Hard.