[Some time ago, I came across the recommendation to write thank you letters on a regular basis as part of a gratitude practice. What follows is my first attempt.] Dear E, If you are receiving this, it probably took a few minutes of amateur internet sleuthing to track you down. Let’s get a few things straight out of the gate – this is not supposed to sketch you out or feel stalkerish. I am coming […]

A simple teen money challenge that helps build awareness of one of the most important money habits: noticing how much they actually spend in total over one month. Teens get money. Teens spend money. They generally don’t think too much about the overall picture. They don’t take the time to look at their TOTAL spending, or their TOTAL money that comes in over a period of time. Money in, money out. That’s kind of what […]

Every year on 8 March, my social media feeds fill up with inspiring quotes, beautiful flowers, and messages celebrating women. And while I love seeing… The post Why International Women’s Day Is Important for Women’s Financial Future appeared first on Money Nuggets.

Save, invest, prosper with My Own Advisor. How much do you need to live off dividends? Yes, investing for income has risks but this doesn’t invalidate many who might desire to live off dividends or distributions to some extent as part of their retirement income plan.  How much do you need to live off dividends? This post will share some perspectives. How… Join the million dollar portfolio journey. The article How much do you need […]

What caught my eye this week. One thing crowdfunding investors should be used to is losses. At least 75% of start-ups fail, and I haven’t seen any evidence of those firms that turn to a whip round from ordinary investors bucking the trend. Unfortunately, my sense is that most crowdfunders who chip in to back a company – especially those who put more money in than they should – too often don’t appreciate such statistics. […]

This healthy ice cream recipe uses six whole-food ingredients to create a high-protein dessert with a creamy texture and sweet peanut butter flavor.  What is Cottage Cheese Ice Cream?   A satisfying twist on traditional ice cream, our cottage cheese ice cream captures the sweet flavor and creamy texture of hand-scooped ice cream.  Full-fat cottage cheese forms the base of this dessert (a natural fat source that keeps you feeling full). Then we use dates and non-nutritive (0 calories) sugar substitutes to sweeten. The end result is a balanced frozen treat that is guaranteed to curb your cravings and keep you feeling satisfied and energized throughout your day.  This low-carb dessert uses natural ingredients and 0 added sugar.  Is Cottage Cheese Ice Cream Healthy?  Let’s take a look at the main ingredients: Cottage cheese Pitted dried dates Peanut butter Pitted dried dates and peanuts are natural, nutritious food sources. Each has its own list of health benefits. Combine them together and you’ve got naturally sweet ice cream with a boost of nutty flavor.  But what about cottage cheese? Is dairy healthy?  Here’s what we know. Dairy is full of vitamins, minerals, protein, and natural fat energy. But if everyone consumed dairy all the time, dairy farming would become abusive and unsustainable… Let’s be mindful of our dairy intake. Buy dairy that comes from pasture-raised cows and limit consumption. Sugar is what makes food unhealthy.  Add 75g of sugar (19g/serving) to this recipe and you’re looking at heartburn with an energy crash. (And you’ll be scouring the pantry for your next sugar snack within the hour.)Substitute the sugar for quality sugar alcohol, and this dessert becomes nourishment. The ingredients provide vitamins, minerals, and long-lasting energy.  Enjoy this cottage cheese ice cream knowing it supports your well-being. Learn more about eating less sugar here. Cottage Cheese Ice Cream Tips

My local library rescued my wallet a couple of times in the last two weeks. I’ll get to that in a bit. This made me wonder, “Do people even think about the library nowadays?” At its core, it’s a place to borrow books. Life moves fast, and it’s just getting faster and faster – who has time to read a book? Also, in a world where you can stream almost anything at any time, why […]

Are you searching for cheap meals for family dinners that don’t sacrifice taste or nutrition? If you’re looking for ways to stretch your grocery budget while still feeding your loved ones satisfying, wholesome meals, you’re…