A friend passed on an essay called The Station that manages to be both comforting and kick-in-the-rear inspirational at the same time. One sentence in particular from it struck me as especially insightful: “Regret and fear are twin thieves who would rob us of today.” (more…)

Something Buck Inspire said a while back really stuck with me:

Why do anything if you are just going through the motions?

While no one is completely upbeat and enthusiastic 100% of the time, he’s got a good point. Why do something if you’re not going to make it worth your while? (more…)

Keeping up with the Joneses refers to the pretty natural desire to be at least equal in social status to the people around you. In America, that’s usually expressed by the things we have and do. In other words, keeping up with the Joneses often turns into a display of wealth. (more…)

It’s been our goal for a few years now to pay off our mortgage by the end of 2011. Realistically, the chances of us reaching that goal on time are looking mighty slim. There are only a few more months left, but I refuse to give up hope. (more…)

SMART goal examples can show the difference between a goal that’s really just a wish, and a goal that’s going to get you somewhere. SMART goals work because (as the acronym points out) they are: specific, measurable, attainable, realistic, and timely. (more…)

Do you have a 5-year plan? Planning (and then acting to make your plan a reality) is key when it comes to reaching your goals and making your money work for you. (more…)