Dear How To Money Reader,
I’m sitting here compiling this monthly wrap-up after seeing my sister for the first time in three months, where I was reminded again just how important family is. Not just having family per se, but having the time to build meaningful relationships with those closest to us. You only need a few people in your life that truly get you, but they’re worth their weight in gold. See, I talk about money a lot as I believe it’s crucial for everyone to have a base level of financial literacy, but I don’t talk as often about building a meaningful life.
Working towards your financial goals cannot come at the expense of everything else you value, and if your goals are making you miserable then you need to make some changes. That’s not to say that sacrifices aren’t required (because they are), but it’s important to not lose sight of the bigger picture on the way. If you’re interested in reading more about building your ideal life, I’d highly recommend having a look at Ramit Sethi’s content here.
"Knowledge is the compound interest of curiosity."
~James Clear (3-2-1 Newsletter)
I’ve jam-packed this wrap-up with plenty of resources to keep you busy, but if you’re looking for information on a specific money related topic just give me a shout!
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I hope that you had a productive and educational month!
Until next time,
Kate — HTM Founder & Editor
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