What does it take to be a financial smarty-pants?

Mimi busts some common assumptions about what it takes to be "good with money", and what she focuses on instead. Later in the episode, she gives some words of encouragement as we navigate through these challenging times.

Mentioned in this episode:

• "Reimagine Your Holiday Season" Workshop (October 24 at 6:30 pm ET)
• How iOS in-app purchases work for new Patreon supporters

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Mimi shares tips for saving money on one of our biggest monthly expenses: cars. She also dives into the various types of car insurance, and gives practical advice for deciding what you need and how to keep those costs as low as you can. Mentioned in this episode:

• Compare fuel costs at FuelEconomy.gov
• Compare total cost of ownership for vehicles on Edmunds.com
• Learn basic car maintenance for free from Mechanic Shop Femme
• "Rewriting Your Money Mindsets" Workshop (November 10, 2024)
• Get Mimi's twice monthly newsletters on Substack
• Join the Instagram Live with Hannah on September 24 at 6:00pm EST.

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Mimi chats with artist, writer, and de-influencer, Rosie Albrecht (@CircesPorkRoast on TikTok) to talk about finding meaning beyond the material. They share tips for de-influencing yourself, why influencer culture is so pervasive, and how to make choices that benefit ourselves, our communities, and the planet.

Mentioned in this episode:

• Follow Rosie on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@circesporkroast
• Get Rosie’s Deinfluencing Worksheet: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1749291638/deinfluencing-worksheet-printable-pdfs

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Mimi shares ways to dive into your real numbers (income, expenses, debt, and savings/investments) in order to make sense of what actions to take. Later, she answers a Patron question about rolling over an old 401k, and why making changes to your spending habits can bring some unexpected surprises.

Mentioned in this episode:

• What happens to your 401(k) when you quit a job? (Investopedia)

• Vote411.org (League of Women Voters)

• Fiscally Creative (August 22)

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What does it take to be financially brave? Mimi shares ideas to move out of fight or flight and into aligned action. And later in the episode, get the step-by-step details on how to set up a credit freeze to protect yourself from identity theft.

Mentioned in this episode:

• Workshop: Fiscally Creative (Patreon-Only, August 22)
• Follow Mimi on Substack
• Become a Patreon Supporter for only $3 a month
• Schedule a free consultation with Mimi
• How to set up a credit freeze

How can we set financial boundaries when talking about money already freaks us out? Mimi shares ideas to identify and set your boundaries about money. Later in the episode, she answers a Patron question about launching a business without going into debt, and meditates on why starting on a goal is the hardest step.

Mentioned in this episode:

What is financial abuse? (by FinAbility)

SCORE Business Resources and Mentoring

U.S. Small Business Administration Women's Business Centers

Investing for Financial Scaredy Cats (available for Patrons at the $5 level and above)

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🔗Links to resources, mutual aid, and community initiatives: https://www.meadowsweetmoney.com/resources/

✨ Mimi’s Instagram: @ meadowsweetmoney

Mimi chats with career strategist, Grisel Scarantino, about navigating career transitions and evolutions from a heart-centered place. They also discuss how to get through periods of career confusion and break through the overwhelm. Plus, Mimi and Grisel share ideas on how to get started when launching a business feels right for you.

Mentioned in this episode:

• Connect with Grisel on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/griselscarantino/

• Find Grisel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/careercoachgriz/

• Check out Grisel’s website: https://www.griselscarantino.com/

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🔗Links to resources, mutual aid, and community initiatives: https://www.meadowsweetmoney.com/resources/

✨ Mimi’s Instagram: @ meadowsweetmoney

Mimi talks about how we can plan ahead for the unexpectedly joyful expenses. And later, she shares the role fear plays in our decisions around money.

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• Get the twice monthly email newsletter on Substack: https://meadowsweetmoney.substack.com/
• Work with Mimi this summer: https://www.meadowsweetmoney.com/work-with-me/

Links and Resources:

• 🔗 Links to resources, mutual aid, and community initiatives: ⁠⁠https://www.meadowsweetmoney.com/resources/⁠
• ✨ Mimi's Instagram: @⁠⁠meadowsweetmoney