I recently helped organize the University of California, Berkeley (Cal) Summer Welcome Party for new students from Sacramento, California put on by the Sacramento Chapter of the Cal Alumni Association. I remember the exciting and daunting days of going to University and was happy to...
Have you ever done something that you were scared to do but did it anyway? I recently took a big step in my career. I retired as a medical social worker after 20 years. My tenure as a medical social worker spanned several countries and hospitals where I had the privilege to hold space...
With recent bank instability, including the collapse of Crypto Bank, Silvergate, and SVB Financial Group in Santa Clara, it is understandable that this can be a source of financial anxiety. Whether you are an investor, a customer, a business or venture capitalist banking with these...
Illness adds stress to our lives and our bodies in countless ways, from the physical pain and stress that chronic illness causes to the mental turmoil that a diagnosis brings. Stress impacts both our physical and mental health and builds tremendously when a new diagnosis or physical...
Divorce can be stressful and overwhelming. This video reviews the main things to consider to best prepare yourself emotionally and financially.
More support can be found in my blog Finding New Financial Rhythms After Divorce or access my Financially Empowered...
Ending a relationship can signal the start of a huge life transition, and divorce can bring a wave of changes to many rhythms in life. House chores, paying bills, and countless regular life routines are thrown off track. You're not alone if you find yourself overwhelmed as you sort...
How do you deal with stress? Honestly, in your everyday life, when you face financial stress or your partner gets on your nerves, how do you deal with it? Do you take a few deep breaths before responding, or do you blurt whatever comes to mind? Do you spend money to feel better or...
During the month of December we’re bombarded with commercials, emails, and endless posts that advertise the joy of giving to others. The perfect smile on your boyfriend’s face when he opens that new watch or shoebox. The excitement in the eyes of your nephew when he...
As the holiday season quickly approaches, many of us can feel an overwhelming sense of financial stress. While we want to feel gratitude and joy in the giving season, it’s just as likely you’re feeling worry and fear around your finances as the end of year closes in. From...
From scary clowns to haunted houses and things that go bump in the night, Halloween brings to light some of our deepest fears. While you curl up on the couch watching ghosts and ghouls this spooky season, consider facing fears of a different variety. Money can be a scary subject to...
Why does it always feel like money is such a struggle? Whether it’s an unexpected bill that just popped up or an emergency that you never saw coming. Or maybe it’s a more guilty pleasure, like late night online shopping when you know you should be saving. It can feel like...
According to Brad Klontz, a financial psychologist, CPA, researcher, and author, he reports that a person with money vigilance is alert, watching, and concerned about their financial health. In doing my own mindset work in the financial arena, I am a person with fairly high...
