Posts tagged expenses
Building Financial Resilience
Building Financial Resilience

Life is unpredictable—one moment, you’re cruising along, and the next, an unexpected expense throws your finances into chaos. Whether it’s a medical bill, job loss, or economic downturn, financial resilience is what keeps you steady. But resilience isn’t just about having savings—it’s about creating a strong financial foundation that gives you options, flexibility, and confidence in the face of uncertainty. This blog explores how to prepare for the unexpected while still enjoying the present.

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Financial WellbeingMelissa Pearcefinancial wellbeing, relationships, money conversations, Budget, spending review, forecasting, relationship, communication, windfall, spending money, bonuses, goals, planning, deliberate, spending, expenses, money story, money behaviour, emergency fund, financial resilience, choice, lifestyle, repayments, pre-approval, Home Loans, first home buyers, refinancing, Savings, deposit, interest rates, financial position, assets, liabilities, optimism, positive mindset
Money and Gaslighting
Money and Gaslighting

Financial gaslighting is a subtle yet impactful dynamic that can affect how we view ourselves, our spending habits, and even our relationships. While it can feel overwhelming, understanding the signs and taking proactive steps can help you break free and reclaim your financial confidence. Let’s explore how to recognize financial gaslighting, how to respond to it, and why the numbers never lie. This blog is based on the discussion in Episode 2, Season 3, of our podcast – ‘Financial Wellbeing with The Money Collective’.

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Financial WellbeingMelissa Pearcefinancial wellbeing, relationships, money conversations, Budget, spending review, relationship, communication, spending money, spending, expenses, gaslighting, equality, gender, money story, money behaviour