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As an educator, author, and entrepreneur, I teach 650+ dream enthusiasts to live the good life now and in the future with my weekly insights and tips.

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When summer whispers: slow down, but don’t stop 🌞

Hey friend,This morning I noticed something different.The sun peeked through earlier.The birds were louder.Even my to-do list looked less intimidating in the light of May and vacation looming. Summer is slowly arriving, and it’s asking us to shift. Not quit.Not power down.Just lean in a little more gently. This season, I’m working with this rhythm:☀️ Savoring what I already have☀️ Spending 10 minutes a day on my relationships—quick texts, longer hugs☀️ Prioritizing walks and being outside...

Hey friend, This morning, I didn’t wake up grounded. I woke up buzzing, but not the good kind. It was one of those days where my mind raced faster than my feet could catch up.But I caught myself. Instead of rushing into my workday, I walked over to my grounding mat.I closed my eyes.Breathed in. Counted to four.Breathed out. Counted to four. Just 60 seconds. That’s all it took to feel human again. Here’s the thing: 🧠 When your brain is in a stress loop, your nervous system can’t tell the...

Welcome back, We’ve all been there. You swipe the card for something small like a $12 pair of flip-flops and think, “No big deal.” But if it’s sitting on a high-interest credit card and only the minimum is being paid?Those flip-flops are going to end up costing you a whole lot more. In this week’s podcast episode, Jen, Meri-Li, and Sybil discuss something so many women in our community are struggling with right now: debt and how it affects not just our wallets but also our minds, our...

Hi, This week’s Tuesday tip is a little different. Instead of a strategy or checklist, we want to share the “why” behind everything we do here at the Female Finance Collective. Our mission has always been simple:To help women feel confident, capable, and empowered when it comes to their finances. We know how overwhelming money can feel, especially when you're juggling debt, trying to save, and planning for a future that feels just out of reach. We’ve been there too. That’s why we created this...

Welcome back, Financial spring cleaning isn’t just about tidying up numbers, it’s about setting yourself up to make life easier moving forward. This week inside the Female Finance Collective, we’re focusing on refreshing and streamlining your money systems so they work for you, not against you. If you’ve been gathering tips and ideas all month, now’s the perfect time to start putting the ones that fit your life into action. Here are a few ways you can make that happen: Go paperless – Switch...

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Hey there, This morning, I sat down to plan my day—and the noise in my head was louder than the plan. Deadlines. Dinner. A dentist appointment.Even my “quiet” time was crowded with thoughts. So instead of pushing through, I paused.And I tried something that always helps: I stepped outside and looked up. That’s it. That’s the ritual.I let the sky remind me how small my stress really is.And suddenly, I wasn’t stuck in my own head anymore. When life feels tight, stretched, and jammed with tabs...

Welcome back, When’s the last time you checked in on your overall financial health? Just like a regular wellness check-up, doing a quick review of your finances can help you stay on track and catch anything that needs attention before it turns into a bigger issue. Here are 2 simple ways to check in: 1. Review Your Credit – Check your credit score and pull a free credit report to look for errors or areas to improve. There are safe and free ways to do this without impacting your credit—just...

Hey there, Some weeks feel full of momentum.Others feel foggy, like it’s hard to know what to focus on. This week, I’ve been sitting in the fog a bit—and letting that be okay. Instead of pushing through, I’ve been returning to the question that started everything: What does it really mean to Burn Bright, Not Out? For me, it means this: ✨ Showing up with presence, even when I don’t have all the answers ✨ Choosing habits that support my well-being—not just productivity ✨ Giving myself the space...

Hey there, This season is the perfect time to make a few small shifts that can lead to big financial wins. Here are 3 fresh financial habits to try this week—pick one and see how it starts to build your confidence and momentum: 💡 Name Your GoalsA goal without a reason is easy to give up on. Whether you're saving for a summer trip or building an emergency fund, get specific. Write down what you're saving for and why it matters. 🧾 Do a Weekly Money Check-InTake just 15 minutes to glance over...

Welcome back, Feeling the weight of financial stress lately?You’re not alone. In this raw and relevant episode of the Female Finance Collective Podcast, Sybil and Meri-Li talk honestly about how economic uncertainty, job changes, and media overload are impacting our money mindset—and what we can actually do to feel more grounded. From regaining a sense of control to creating financial breathing room, this conversation is here to help you calm the chaos and take meaningful steps forward—even...