“We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act but a habit.”
Aristotle
You probably have a routine that you’re fairly comfortable with at this point in your life, right? Think about it: you might have a “typical” way of preparing your coffee, getting in that daily workout, folding your laundry, stacking the dishwasher, or even applying your makeup (sunscreen in that moisturizer, always!).
Routines and habits are what keep us on track, helping us to feel safe, organized, prepared, and, let’s be honest…sane! However, when it comes to those finances, most of us tend to fall in the “it can’t stress me out if I don’t think about it” camp and just hope for the best.
Does that sound like you?
Unfortunately, when it comes to your money, ignorance is anything but bliss! Do yourself a favor and gradually introduce these ten habits into your routine this month. Add them in one by one and see how they feel. Sure, these new additions may cause you to feel a bit out of sorts this month, but over time, we’re willing to bet they’ll make a huge long-term difference in your financial confidence.
Our ten tips to add to your routine this month:
- Create and stick to a budget
- Track your expenses
- Comparison shop before splurging
- Meal plan for your week
- Automate your savings
- Invest early and often
- Regularly review your finances
- Use coupons or cashback apps
- Prioritize your retirement
- Practice gratitude
…go ahead now, you’ve got this! Which tip will you add to your routine first??
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