This is such a clear and empowering breakdown. I love how you frame awareness as ownership rather than restriction; it makes reviewing spending feel grounding instead of stressful.
Thank you, I hear this on TV, I know this is happening to me, But reading the analysis here, it finally sticks to in my brain now, and I will forever be diligent ! I’m retired and work too hard for my money
Sometimes I wonder where all the money goes, and the truth is—it disappears in ways we barely notice. It’s not always about spending; it’s about life happening around us. Bills, little habits, moments of convenience, or unexpected needs—they quietly take their share. By the time we notice, it’s gone, and it feels like no matter how careful we are, money has its own way of slipping away.
This captures something I see constantly, how these small leaks don't feel urgent until you add them all up. The autopay trust issue especially resonates. We've been conditioned to see "set it and forget it" as convenience, but it's often just permission to stop paying attention.
What strikes me is that people almost never miss what they cut, because half the time, they'd forgotten it existed. The real shift happens when you realize questioning charges isn't being "cheap." It's being intentional. And that's a completely different energy around money.
Thanks! Really enjoyed the post - it's a great reminder that most financial "leaks" aren't about lack of discipline, they're about lack of awareness. Appreciate you putting it together.
This is such a clear and empowering breakdown. I love how you frame awareness as ownership rather than restriction; it makes reviewing spending feel grounding instead of stressful.
Sure does—thanks for being here Destiny.
Thank you, I hear this on TV, I know this is happening to me, But reading the analysis here, it finally sticks to in my brain now, and I will forever be diligent ! I’m retired and work too hard for my money
So glad it resonates Sandy—thank you for being here.
Sometimes I wonder where all the money goes, and the truth is—it disappears in ways we barely notice. It’s not always about spending; it’s about life happening around us. Bills, little habits, moments of convenience, or unexpected needs—they quietly take their share. By the time we notice, it’s gone, and it feels like no matter how careful we are, money has its own way of slipping away.
This captures something I see constantly, how these small leaks don't feel urgent until you add them all up. The autopay trust issue especially resonates. We've been conditioned to see "set it and forget it" as convenience, but it's often just permission to stop paying attention.
What strikes me is that people almost never miss what they cut, because half the time, they'd forgotten it existed. The real shift happens when you realize questioning charges isn't being "cheap." It's being intentional. And that's a completely different energy around money.
Well said Frank! Thanks for sharing.
Thanks! Really enjoyed the post - it's a great reminder that most financial "leaks" aren't about lack of discipline, they're about lack of awareness. Appreciate you putting it together.
Very useful! I have been working on these hidden costs but you brought up a number of new ideas that I intend to examine.
So glad to hear Dianne!
Read this more than once. Should be read a lot
Thank you for being here Lucia!
Truly believe everyone should read this and then read it again👏
Thanks for being here Celiena!
Thank you for the wisdom
needed this
Thank you for being here!
A depreciating car makes money disappear whether you have a payment or not.
Over the past few years I have been able to make thousands per month just from buying the right car.
Where poor people lose, the wealthy gain.
Wouldnt it be amazing if your money could grow whilst you sleep and have a system that can build wealth passivley. Curious hit me up😉
Who said it’s not already
Oh there is and i am a part of it!!!
Good notes. Thanks for sharing. I need to get more paid subscribers to get more McDonalds. The prices have gone up for Big Mac meals.
It’s definitely an eye opener. So glad you’re aware of it Christina. Thank you for sharing!