🌿 The Weekly Money Check-In
The Simple Habit That Stops Your 💸Money From “Disappearing”
Have you ever looked at your bank account and wondered,
“Where did all my money go?”
Freelancing 101: How to Start with No Website or Experience
The Practical, Proven Path to Getting Paid for Your Skills — Starting From Zero
When people hear “freelancing,” they often imagine portfolios, websites, branding, and polished marketing. But that’s not where freelancing begins.
Side Hustles That Work for Rural or Small-Town Moms
Because Opportunity Doesn’t Only Live in the City — It Lives in You.
Not everyone has access to big cities, corporate offices, or dozens of job openings.
Some of us live where the nearest grocery store is 25 minutes away…
Where the neighbor you help might be three dirt roads over…
Where people grow gardens, trade eggs, share tools, and look out for each other.
How I’m Building Arctic Rose While Working 2 Jobs
Most dreams are built in the middle of real life.
Not after things get easier — but while things are still hard.
What It’s Really Like to Start a Business with No Money
The Courage, The Mess, The Breakthroughs — and the Truth Nobody Talks About
People love to romanticize “starting a business with nothing.”
They talk about the success story after it worked.
They talk about the freedom, the income, the flexible schedule, the huge transformation.
How to Turn Your Talents into Extra Income
You Already Have Something Valuable — Let’s Use It
Most people think they need a new job, a certificate, or some perfect plan before they can start earning more money.
But the truth is:
You already have something people will happily pay for.
A skill. A strength. A natural talent. A gift that comes easily to you — but feels overwhelming, confusing, or “too hard” for someone else.
Let’s find it and turn it into income.
10 Ways to Make $200 This Weekend
Real, Simple, Doable Ideas You Can Start Today
Sometimes the budget is tight. Sometimes bills hit all at once. And sometimes life just doesn’t wait until payday.
If you need $200 fast, you don’t need shame — you need options that actually work in real life.
Here are 10 practical ways to earn $200 this weekend, even if you’re starting with no money, no fancy tools, and no complicated setup.
Why Most People Fail at Budgeting (and How to Win)
The Truth No One Talks About — and the Simple Fix That Changes Everything
If you’ve ever started a budget with good intentions… only to abandon it two weeks later… you’re not alone.
Most people don’t fail at budgeting because they’re irresponsible.
They fail because their budget was never designed to work with real life.
Let’s break down why budgets fall apart — and how to build one that finally sticks.
The $100 Budget Challenge
Can You Live on Just $100 This Week?
If you’ve ever looked at your bank account and thought, “How did my money disappear so fast?” — you’re not alone.
Sometimes our spending habits happen so quietly that we don’t even notice where our money is going until it’s gone.
The $100 Budget Challenge is a simple, short-term reset to help you reconnect with your money and get back in control — without shame, guilt, or overwhelm.
This challenge isn’t about restriction.
It’s about awareness, intention, and empowerment.
Let’s break it down step-by-step.
Should You Use Cash Envelopes This Year?
A Real, Practical Look at Whether the Envelope System Is Right for You
You’ve probably heard people say, “Just use the cash envelope system — it will fix your spending!”
And for some people… it does work really well.
But for others, it can feel inconvenient, overwhelming, or even stressful.
So how do you know if cash envelopes are something you should try this year?
Let’s talk through it in a real, honest, and simple way.
How To Do a No-Spend Week That Doesn’t Feel Miserable
Let’s be honest—when you hear “no-spend week,” it probably sounds like torture. No coffee runs. No takeout. No fun, right?
But a no-spend week isn’t about depriving yourself—it’s about pressing pause, getting intentional, and finding freedom from impulse spending. Done right, it can actually feel refreshing
3 Tools I Recommend (and Which One I Use)
When it comes to managing your money, the right tools can make all the difference. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to level up your financial organization, using simple, effective systems can help you stay consistent and confident.
What to Budget First When You’re Behind on Bills
Falling behind on bills can feel overwhelming, but you’re not alone—and you’re not powerless. The key to getting back on track is knowing what to budget first and creating a plan that keeps you steady while you catch up.
Budget for Single Parents: A Survival Guide
Being a single parent means juggling a lot—your time, your responsibilities, and of course, your finances. With so many demands, creating (and sticking to) a budget can feel impossible. But the truth is, a smart, flexible budget can give you peace of mind and control, even when money is tight.