by pfote | Dec 16, 2025 | Finance
Budgeting with Joy: Holiday Spending Without the Financial Hangover Mindful Spending, Meaningful Giving, and Protecting Your Financial Peace Why This Matters The holidays are meant to be a season of joy, generosity, and connection. Yet for millions of Americans, they...
by pfote | Dec 6, 2025 | Finance
New Year, New Financial Blueprint: Resetting Goals with Purpose Goal Setting, Budget Rebalancing, and Financial Mindset Renewal Why This Matters The start of a new year offers both a symbolic and practical opportunity to reset—not just habits, but financial...
by pfote | Nov 5, 2025 | Finance
Theme for November: Security, Winter Readiness, and Family Protection Why This Matters As we enter the season of gratitude and gathering, November reminds us not only of what we have—but of what we must protect. Financial emergencies rarely come with warning signs: a...
by pfote | Oct 14, 2025 | Finance, Health
Budgeting for What Matters: Navigating Healthcare Costs and Insurance Choices Theme for October: Wellness, Preparedness, and Financial Protection Why This Matters Healthcare is not optional but it can feel unaffordable. From doctor visits and prescriptions to hospital...
by pfote | Sep 14, 2025 | Finance
Smart Giving: Financial Literacy Through the Lens of Philanthropy and Service Aligning Your Finances With Your Values Why This Matters September invites reflection.As the seasons shift and the year begins its final quarter, many of us turn our thoughts toward...
by pfote | Aug 20, 2025 | Finance
August Theme: How Money Stress Impacts Mental Health—and What You Can Do About It Why This Matters Money isn’t just about dollars and cents—it’s deeply emotional.It shapes where we live, how we eat, whether we can access healthcare, and even whether we can afford...