When a little is too much

When a little is too much

If indulging a little causes you to overindulge, it might be better to skip it altogether. One of the ways Trish and I avoid temptation is thoughtful shopping. We rarely buy the foods that are overly tempting. It’s easier to make a good decision at the store than at...
Pay now or pay later

Pay now or pay later

With big purchases, you can save money now or later. It’s hard to do both. When we moved back from London, we had one car that had been in storage. We thought this would work for a few months to save some money. Then Roli tried to eat a porcupine while Trish was away...
Act now, save later

Act now, save later

I got an email receipt this morning and realized I forgot to downgrade my gym membership. I’ve only been going 2 or 3 times per week, so no need to pay for unlimited. If I’d made this change the first time I thought about it, I could’ve saved some...
Work around your limits

Work around your limits

I recently experienced two unexpected breakthroughs. Both were skills I previously found impossible. I was not directly working on either, which is why my progress was a surprise. The lesson is valuable. If you cannot do something yet, work around it. Practice getting...
New month, new challenge

New month, new challenge

My August marketing challenge had its ups and downs. I have now attacked marketing a few different ways. Still not my favorite activity, but it’s easier than it had been. For September, I am focused on studying. It’s been on my to do list for a while, but I...