Lifestyle

Creating a life map involves a close review of personal finances and an assessment of other building blocks. Lifestyle matters look at how to balance work and leisure, how to make smart choices for the future, and many other items in an effort to help an individual “enjoy the journey.”

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  With the current landscape creating changes—and challenges—for everything from our day-to-day routines like the way we shop for necessities to employment risks and realities, the need for self-care has never been more important.

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  Losing a job is never easy, even under normal circumstances. Losing a job or needing to take extended time off of work due to mental illness, however, comes with its own unique set of pressures to navigate

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  To Buy or Not to Buy

  The decision whether to buy or rent a home may have long-term implications.

  Video: The Independence of Financial and Emotional

  Greater financial and emotional confidence brings greater independence. Isn’t that what it’s all about?

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  Greater financial and emotional confidence brings greater independence. Isn’t that what it’s all about?

  A New Way to Look at Your Bucket List

  Bucket lists don’t have to be for tomorrow.

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