This is part four in my series, Baby Steps to Financial Freedom. So how did you do with your Christmas budget? Confession time for me: As I began shopping, I realized there were a number of things I left out of our 2009 Christmas budget. So we spent more than I hoped—but only with cash [...]

Part 3 in my series, Baby Steps to Financial Freedom  A brief recap: What does money management have to do with your health and well-being? Here’s my reasoning… Stress weakens your immune system, increasing your risk of illness. Money (or a lack thereof, whether real or perceived) is a top stressor. Responsible money management greatly [...]

Part two in my series, Baby Steps to Financial Freedom. A brief recap: What does money management have to do with your overall health and well-being? Here’s my reasoning… Stress is a top contributor to a weakened immune system and resulting illness. Money (or a lack thereof, whether real or perceived) is a top stressor. [...]

This is part one of a series on what I know about money. I’m calling it “Baby Steps to Financial Freedom.” (Just for the record, I make no claims of expertise! Just a bit of personal experience…) You might wonder what a series on financial freedom has to do with wellness. Here’s my train of thought: [...]