Episode 16: Reflection
Taking stock of who you really are and what you really want can have a lasting impact on how you manage a challenging life transition. If you need to jump-start your self-reflection process, I encourage you to try one of the following: mindfulness meditation, yoga, journaling, walking, or talking with a therapist or trusted confidant can help you get clarity on what you really want from the next chapter in your life. And, of course, having greater clarity in your goals is the best way to create a financial plan that doesn’t simply pay the bills, but that helps […]
Financial Tips for Blended Families
Life can be beautifully complicated sometimes. That’s certainly true for people with blended families, like mine. My husband and I adopted two children from Guatemala after we were married, and we also have a daughter from my first marriage. Fifty years ago, a familial structure like ours would have been atypical, but blended families are quite common today. You’ll face a variety of challenges if you’re entering a second marriage with children from a previous relationship. When it comes to the financial implications, you’ll need to plan thoughtfully for this transition. Use the three questions below to help navigate […]
