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Workers over 50 can contribute extra "catch-up" amounts to retirement accounts—$7,500 additional to 401(k)s and $1,000 extra to IRAs in 2024. These catch-up contributions can add $100,000+… Continue Reading
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How Financial Stress is Destroying Your Health (And What to Do About It)
Let's be real for a second—when was the last time you lost sleep over money? Maybe it was staring at your credit card statement, wondering how you'll make rent, or that pit in your stomach when your car breaks down and you know you can't afford the repair.
If this sounds familiar, you're definitely not alone. Financial stress affects 72% of Americans at least some of the time, with 22% reporting extreme financial stress, according to the American Psychological Association.
Additionally, 42% of U.S. adults say that money negatively impacts their mental health, and 17% of Americans are now considered "financially vulnerable." And here's the kicker: it's not just your bank account that's suffering—your body and mind are paying the price too…
Healing from Financial Trauma: Taking the First Steps to Building a Better Relationship With Money
Embarking on a journey to heal from financial trauma can feel like navigating through a dense, uncharted forest.
You know you need to find your way out, but the path isn't always clear.
If you've ever felt a knot in your stomach when opening a bill, or if the thought of checking your bank balance fills you with dread, know that you're not alone. Financial trauma, with its deep roots in our experiences and fears, affects many of us. Yet, discussing it openly remains somewhat taboo.
The purpose of this article isn't just to acknowledge the existence of financial trauma—it's about taking those first, crucial steps toward healing…
Today’s Affirmation
I find joy in living below my means. I distinguish between frugal and cheap. I maximize value in every purchase. I am creative with limited resources… Continue Reading