*This is a sponsored post.* Etsy is always one of my first stops for the holidays. I love the idea of supporting a small business. I love how they make helpful gift roundups at all sort of budget points. Today I want to focus on the presentation of gifts, which plays a big role in…
Key Takeaways Firewalls are essential for safeguarding network security. Understanding common hacker tactics can help you bolster your defenses. Regular updates and monitoring are critical for adequate firewall protection. To safeguard your firewall, regularly update its software and firmware, configure rules meticulously, and monitor logs for unusual activity. Implement strong passwords and use multi-factor authentication…
Being able to make more money in life is one of the best ways of being able to improve the way you live, as well as enhancing your quality of life. There are many advantages to having more money, and the fact is that it can tend to make life that little bit easier for…
I was thinking one of the most important financial choices you can do is vote, because these are the folks making the big decisions that are going to impact your job opportunities, income, savings rates, retirement options, etc. And since I was a touring a stage manager when this blog began, and so many of…
This is a sponsored post with affiliate links. I spend a little too much time on Etsy. I mean, the things are ridiculously cute and I like feeling like I’m buying from a real human. And they’ve got something for season, like these fall décor essentials. But recently I’ve been doing some Etsy shopping with…
Pexels – CC0 License We tend to worry if a pet is right for our family. What if the breed we choose is not suitable for our children, or what if our lifestyle just isn’t set up to walk a larger dog for ninety minutes each day? But while these questions are of course appropriate,…
Image Source As a healthcare professional, your primary focus is undoubtedly quality patient care. However, ensuring the financial health of your practice is equally crucial for delivering exceptional care. Effective healthcare financial management is the cornerstone of a sustainable healthcare organization. Understanding Your Financial Health To achieve financial sustainability, start by gaining a comprehensive understanding…
Pexels Life can be challenging sometimes and may throw you curveballs. This may cause you to feel down or fall into a slump that’s hard to pull yourself out of. The good news is that there is a lot that is in your control on any given day. It’s important that you practice self-care and…
Image Credit: Todd Trapani from Unsplash. Everyone deserves to have a few hobbies in their lives. They help you relax, make friends, and have some fun all at the same time. As much as you might want it, you mightn’t want to go out and about to do them. You don’t have to settle for…
Today I’m pretty much just going to complain about moving and what an abject mess it always seems to be. So I’ve found a London-based side hustle, if anyone is looking for one – rent out automatic cargo vans. The project this has been to figure out a cost effective way to move two people’s…
I can see a light glowing dimly at the end of the tunnel of this PhD journey, which I say to you from a desk in the bottom floor of the school library on a lovely June morning (it’s lovely June because the undergrads are gone and peace reigns in this library at the moment).…
Oh, the digital age! It’s like we’ve got the world at our fingertips, literally. But as much as we love our endless streams of content and instant connections, there’s a thin line between making the most of it and, well, overdoing it big time. We’ve all been there, caught in the vortex of scrolling, watching,…
I have been trying to think about abundance and gratitude and all the good perspective things that help make life a little easier. Maybe this is influenced by the sun finally reappearing in this cloudy, drizzly country. Maybe it’s influenced by my students’ Theatre Festival and the fact that I have been living in a…
I have struggled a little this winter with what I suspect is some seasonal depression. And I am also a person who struggled with ‘turning off.’ When I’m working on a project, I just do it – borderline obsessively – until it is done. PhDs don’t work like that. And I don’t know if it’s…
On the heels of musing over how to keep warm without breaking the bank in London last week, this week I bring you – should I move out of London? And I am all ears in the comment section. So I have definitely been a little frustrated over the cost of living here in London.…
Learning more about your personality enables you to understand why you think, feel, and behave the way you do. It promotes better self-awareness and inner growth and can lead to stronger personal and professional relationships. Your personality style can transform your life. Understanding your unique personality enables you to tailor your daily activities, career path,…
The last few years I’ve been really lucky to do a guest lecture on financial literacy with a college out in California. I really enjoy it. I get to share some basic financial literacy knowledge and I get to hear from some soon-to-be college grads about what they are worried about when they graduate. We…
Photo by olia danilevich When you are going through a divorce you always want to make sure that you are protecting your greatest asset, which is your kids. Taking the time to make sure that your kids are properly protected is critical. The last thing you want is for them to have emotional damage from…
Impact-Site-Verification: -1177662964 Welcome to the penultimate post of updates on my money manifesto. Shortly after I started this blog 10 years ago, I found J. Money’s millionaire club at Budgets Are Sexy and wrote this manifesto to try to succeed in joining it. It’s been just under 10 years and I’ve spent this last year…
Pexels – CC0 License One of the most important life lessons you could learn is that while age ranges can sometimes serve as a guide, they’re not set in stone, and you’re no less of a person for charting a different path. For example, you might only learn to drive in your 50s, which is…
Your child’s education does not begin and end with what they learn in school. While the subject matter they cover there will undoubtedly be important, it doesn’t teach them about all aspects of life, how they manage their own well-being and future potential. As such, we will look at steps you can take to ensure…
Depression is a very serious and debilitating mental health disorder that affects millions of people around the world. It can cause feelings of sadness, hopelessness, emptiness, and worthlessness which can lead to a loss of interest in activities once enjoyed. It’s important to remember that depression is not something that needs to be suffered through…
Pexels You may for any number of reasons find yourself single and having more alone time on your hands at some point in your life. It doesn’t have to be viewed as a negative situation or turn of events. Instead, consider it a chance to find yourself and do things you enjoy. If you’re looking…
Photo by PhotoMIX Company In the most recent years, e-commerce has taken the world by storm, changing how we shop and purchase goods. Thanks to the internet, we can now shop for anything, from anywhere, at any time. As a result, more and more businesses are turning to online platforms to expand their reach and…
Being arrested isn’t something you can plan for, especially if it’s for something like a road collision. As with many unexpected life events, an arrest could cause a lot of issues for your finances. With all the stress and worry that can come with an arrest, concerns about your finances can make the situation worse.…