It’s that time of the year again. January 1st has rolled around and as the clock struck midnight, after you finished singing Auld Lang Syne (do the kids still do this?), it’s time to set the New Year’s Resolutions. We…
Happy New Year! Welcome to 2026! I love January (not just because it’s my birthday), it’s summertime, and the start of a New Year. It’s that magical time when we all get to hit refresh, dream big, and think about…
You have survived Christmas Day and boxing day. Now it’s those odd days in the middle while we wait for New Year. They feel weird don’t they, what do you do with them? If you like the English comedian Michael…
Money and relationships, they’re closely linked, but let’s face it, money stress can really test even the strongest partnerships. Particularly at this time of the year. Not surprisingly the couple of weeks prior to Christmas is one of the most…
Christmas is a season of joy, generosity, and often, a little financial stress. For many families, it’s the first time children really notice the value of money, how much gifts cost, why some presents are possible and others aren’t, and…
I don’t know about you, but I’m not quite sure where 2025 has gone. The year has raced by, and I’m running out of steam, and really looking forward to a break. But despite being on the edge of exhaustion,…
We all hear it, don’t we? “Be grateful. Count your blessings. Say thank you.” Gratitude is everywhere—on mugs, in newsletters, even plastered on motivational posters at work. And yes, practicing gratitude can make you feel lighter, happier, and more connected…
Running a small business today is exciting and scary all at the same time. Let’s be honest it feels like a rollercoaster at times. There’s enough going on in the economy without all the technology changes as well. As an…
Black Friday is coming, and it’s everywhere. Your inbox is full of “deals of the day,” your social media feeds are swarming with “limited time offers,” and even that quiet corner of the internet where you thought you were safe…
With the summer holidays approaching, I’m starting to get my summer reading list ready. I’ve got the latest Richard Osman offering and a couple that Amazon describes as ‘light summer reading’ (in other words great to send you into snoozing…