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The Quiet Cost of Staying ‘Stuck’ with Money

The Quiet Cost of Staying ‘Stuck’ with Money

Have you ever felt like no matter what you try—another budget, another “get your life together” moment—you somehow end up back in the same stuck place with money? There’s a kind of exhaustion that comes from dancing around the same money patterns over and over again....

How TikTok = Free Therapy

How TikTok = Free Therapy

Twelve months ago, I decided to take the plunge and set up a TikTok account. I knew I was super late to the TikTok game but was drawn by the allure of a platform that was known for its raw, less-curated content. Plus, I knew most of my friends and family favored other...

Two Paths to Healing: Which One Resonates?

Two Paths to Healing: Which One Resonates?

Recently, I've been pondering the different paths we might take to heal. As someone who's passionate about emotional (and spiritual) wellbeing, I've experimented with a lot of healing modalities throughout my life. What I've discovered is that many (most?) approaches...

Is Your Nervous System Running Your Bank Account?

Is Your Nervous System Running Your Bank Account?

Have you ever looked at your bank account and thought, Why do I keep doing this? Maybe you overspent (again), avoided checking your credit card balance (hello late fees), or said yes to something you couldn’t really afford. If so, you’re not alone—this isn’t just a...

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Hi, I'm Melissa

Welcome! My blog is a space for my musings on topics I care about including cultivating an abundant mindset, money, emotional health, self care, faith, and co-creating our future with God.

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