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Wellness

Planning for pet costs

Caring for pets goes beyond the initial purchase price. When making a spending plan, prioritizing needs first is a common practice. When a pet becomes part of your family, their needs can include pet food, vet bills, grooming services, and other additional costs depending on the pet. According to...
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Practicing basic financial self-care

When it comes to self-care, what comes to mind? Taking time to focus on your own personal needs can be challenging to prioritize. Busy schedules and taking care of the needs of others can be consuming. The idea of self-care is to be intentional about focusing on your own needs. Personal finances...
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Do you find debt distressing?

Does the thought of debt make you feel stressed or anxious? You are not alone if that is the case. Debt is linked to financial worry and lower life satisfaction (Tay et al., 2016). Research suggests that a lack of financial literacy is linked to higher levels of stress and anxiety (Pierce &...
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