Legislative Progress and Regression of Women’s Financial Rights
Historical legislation has allowed for women’s financial progress. This is a wonderful achievement. But recently this progress is at risk.
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Anti-Capitalism And Financial Planning: Can We Practice Both?
We must operate under the existing Capitalist economic structure. We can strive for change while still safeguarding our own personal futures.
Embracing Slowness to Further Intentionality
Society encourages speed. We may equate slow with sloth or incompetence. But slowness allows us to be purposeful, paced and spacious.
Feminist Financial Planning: What Does That Mean For Clients?
As a feminist financial planner I work with clients to achieve their financial goals while respecting their humanity and uniqueness.
Women’s Rights & The Power of Money
Women’s rights continue to backslide. The fight for women’s rights, must include an increase in women’s wealth and, thereby, power.
Moral Neutrality in Money and Life
Money is morally neutral. It is neither inherently good nor bad. Yet, many judge themselves on money, equating moral worth with net worth.
The False Binary of Financial Success
Numerous personal and financial factors contribute to our finances. It is not a binary in which we either succeed or fail.
Practice Makes (Financial) Progress
Perfectionism often extends to our finances. The fear of not being perfect holds us back. Strive for financial progress not perfection.
Breaking Free from Perfectionism
Perfectionism is a harmful tendency rooted in patriarchy and white supremacy. Like all aspects of life, our finances will never be perfect.
Gender and The Job Search
There are societal reasons women may be less aggressive in their job search and the encouraging statistics showing we are very hirable.
Quiet Quitting Has Been Decades in the Making
The term may be new, but the trend towards quiet quitting has been building for decades. Economic and workplace deterioration has lead to burned out, frustrated workers.
Is Your Advisor a Good Fit? Considerations Beyond the Resume
The relationship with your financial professionals is key. What are some indications that a provider may not be a good fit?
Steps for Overcoming Financial Anxiety
Financial Anxiety is very real. Some simple steps can help people make progress without triggering feelings of overwhelm or inadequacy.
Financial Anxiety And Why It Impacts So Many Women
The financial industry was designed to appeal to those who were socialized as male, This leaves women experiencing financial anxiety.
Rainbow Washing: Don’t Be Fooled
Many of the same corporations that sell rainbow merchandise donate to anti-LGBTQ causes. Beware rainbow washing when making a purchase.
Societal Messaging Results In Financial Contradictions
Contradictory societal messages can cause us to feel financially irresponsible. We are often being held to multiple incompatible standards.
The Power of Acknowledging Our Financial Accomplishments
We all have unique skills and acomplishments. This includes our financial achievements. There is power in acknowleding these skills.
It’s Not About the Money
Money is important. But, we must explore beyond the desire for money to discover our true wishes. What is the why behind our desire for money?
My 2022 Theme Word: Boundaries
My theme word for 2022 is boundaries. Boundaries help us and others to set expectations and recognize limitations. I plan to establish and reinforce boundries in my personal and professional lives.
Financial Implications of the Mental Load
Women frequently suffer from the mental load. Explore ways to keep this cognative labor from negatively impacting your personal finances.