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Coaching and financial planning

Coaching and financial planning

Financial well-being is not just about accumulating wealth; it's about how we approach our finances, understanding our behaviours, and align our actions with our deepest values. This nuanced journey benefits immensely from a coaching mindset that integrates the...

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Two lessons for investors

Two lessons for investors

In the journey of personal finance, where the currents of market trends and economic forecasts constantly shift beneath our feet, two principles stand as beacons to guide us through. These aren't just strategies but rather philosophies that are time-tested and...

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When pausing becomes productive

When pausing becomes productive

Crafting a life that balances action with introspection, peace with productivity, is an art form in itself. In moments of stress or uncertainty, turning to specific practices can provide solace, clarity, and rejuvenation. It’s a tough challenge when we simply think...

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Safeguarding your family wealth with a trust

Safeguarding your family wealth with a trust

In the intricate realm of financial planning, trusts emerge as a beacon of strategic estate management, offering a tailored approach to safeguarding family wealth and assets. Far from being a mere financial instrument, trusts embody the art of foreseeing and shaping...

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Embracing emotional honesty

Embracing emotional honesty

In a world that often glorifies the "stay positive" mantra, it's easy to fall into the trap of toxic positivity — the belief that no matter how dire or difficult a situation, people should maintain a positive mindset. But is there such a thing as too much positivity?...

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Balancing our need for control

Balancing our need for control

At the heart of financial planning lies a universal truth: we plan to gain control over the unforeseen and to navigate life's uncertainties with confidence. As Lyall Watson, the renowned biologist and writer, insightfully observed, "We survive by controlling our...

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Smaller, manageable chunks, today

Smaller, manageable chunks, today

In the hustle and bustle of daily life, it's easy to push aside the administrative tasks that seem daunting or time-consuming. Yet, when tax season rolls around, many find themselves overwhelmed by the mountain of financial paperwork that has piled up. The principle...

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Get stuck, get strong!

Get stuck, get strong!

In every life, there will inevitably come times when we find ourselves at a standstill, facing challenges that seem insurmountable. It's during these moments, when we're stuck and the path forward is unclear, that our true strength is forged. The adage "Sometimes we...

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Don’t count the days; make them count!

Don’t count the days; make them count!

In the hustle and bustle of daily life, it's easy to fall into the routine of counting days, waiting for the weekend, holidays or the next big event. But there's a much more fulfilling approach to life, one that doesn't just passively count the days but actively makes...

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