2022 Reset Challenge: Financial Wellness Part 1: Money Mindset
Hello friends,
Welcome back to week 5 of 2022 Lifestyle Wellness Challenge.
FINANCIAL RESET PART 1: HOW TO MANAGE MONEY, BUDGET & SAVE FOR THE FUTURE!
This week, we are resetting and focusing on our finances for the new year.
In case you missed the last few weeks of the challenge you can check them out below.
Week 1 Home Organization Part 1:
Week 2 Home Organization Part 2
Week 3: Goals & Healthy Habits
Week 3: Bonus Blog: 21 Healthy Habits To Try
Week 4: Time Management & Productivity
As we begin talking about our finances, let’s talk about money mind, financial anxiety and fears.
Have you ever felt anxious, overwhelmed and even fearful regarding your finances?
For most of us the answer is yes. Today, I want to bring you words of encouragement on renewing the mind when it comes to money.
If you have had a difficult few years I too can relate. Over the last year, I have had two hand surgeries, expensive car work, and moved. Wow what an expensive year!
Thankfully, each time something came up, I rested in the peace knowing that God knows my needs. He has been trustworthy every time to provide. I turned my worries into prayers and His truths. “Cast all our anxieties on Him because He cares for us.” 1 Peter 5:7.
GOD WHO COMFORTS DURING FINANCIAL LOSS AND DIFFICULT TIMES
If you have recently lost your job, reduction income, had to sell a home or even have lost a loved one, know that I am lifting you up in prayer. I too have experienced financial hardship and loss. I went from 6-figure income to flat broke after the company I was with shut down. Now I am sharing my story how I overcame that season and now helping others gain financial security and a sense of peace. READ MY STORY HERE!
If you have gone through hardships, loss and financial difficulties, I encourage you to seek support and counseling. Grief can bring on stages of anger, depression and wanting to numb. Working with a counselor can help you process your emotions. Plus, most will share with you healthy ways to manage the grief. If you would like prayer: please send me a message.
While I was going through hard times, I clung to this bible verse.
Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God. Tell God what you need and thank Him for all He has done. 2 Corinthians 1:3-4
Suicide Hotline: 1-800-273-8255 https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/
HOW DO YOU TURN FINANCIAL WORRIES INTO A PLACE OF TRUST AND FAITH?
As the Lord says, Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your
hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:6-7.
Will God provide? Is he trustworthy? Can God really help me?
LEARNING TO TRUST GOD IS A GROWING PLACE FOR US ALL. YOU ARE NOT ALONE!
MEDITATE ON THESE BIBLE VERSES: 1 Peter 5:7, Psalms 55:22 Hebrews, 11:1, Psalms 62:8, Romans, 8:28, Proverbs 3:5-7 Philippians 4:4-9, 2 Corinthians 1:3-4
Practical Steps to take:
Review your budget.
If you would like me to review your budget send me a message below for us to connect.
Analyze where is your money going?
Are there opportunities of cutting back on expenses and spending? (meals out, subscriptions, entertainment etc.
Meet with a financial coach or advisor.
Take time to pray, journal and and turn your worries over to God.
Seek resources available in your community. (Food bank, government assistance etc.)
Find a side hustle job or a new job if you need more income. It is a great time to seek work right now as employers are in dire needs.
Read and meditate on scripture from the Bible regarding money.
Read financial wellness books (see below for some great suggestions)
Reflect how God has been faithful in the past as this helps to trust God in the present time.
BOOK SUGGESTIONS:
The Power of Praying Through Fear by Stormie Omartian
Financial Peace by Dave Ramsey
Randy Alcorn Managing God’s Money
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2022 8 Week Reset Challenge Schedule!
o Week 1 (1/2/22) Home Organization Part 1
o Week 2 (1/9/22) Home Organization Part 2
o Week 3 (1/16/22) Creating Your 2022 Goals & Healthy Habits
o Week 4 (1/23/22) Time Management
o Week 5 (1/30/22) Your Finances Part 1
o Week 6 (2/6/22) Your Finances Part 2
o Week 7 (2/13/22) Mindset & Truths
o Week 8 (2/20/22) Self Care & Rest
Here’s what to do to join and get prepared for the 2022 Reset Challenge!
1. Join the Frugal Living Network Facebook group for Women.
**I will be sharing encouraging, videos and may even go live.
2. Each week I will send out the new blog with the new focus. I may also send out a video, fun tips, book suggestions, freebies and more. Be sure to check your promotions and spam folder! Add as a safe email. Email will be from Lisa Hice~Frugal Living Network frugallivingnetwork@gmail.com
3. Follow along on social media & YouTube: Frugal Living Network
4. I invite you to share this 2022 Reset Challenge on your social media, so your friends can join you and cheer each other.
5. Share your progress, goals, and habits you create with me on Instagram. Tag me @frugallivingnetwork
6. Get excited, let go of the need to be perfect in different spaces of your life and be ready to have fun.
I can’t wait to get started with all of you!
Lisa Hice
Frugal Living Network
Financial & Lifestyle Wellness Coach
