The Wellthy Girl Blog

Helping you live healthier, wealthier and happier!

The Nine Habits of a Wellthy Girl

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How to be happier

A few years ago, on a really, really bad day, I Googled “how to be happier” in a desperate attempt to find answers to the difficult questions I was asking myself about my life. I lost a few hours in that proverbial internet rabbit hole, overwhelmed by all the positive...

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Being Smart About … Debt & Saving

Your Question: I have a full-time job, and I also do some freelance work in my spare time for additional income. Should I use the "bonus" money from my side-gig to pay down my mortgage faster, or should I put it into a savings account? Have 5 seconds? Here’s the short...

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How to Un-Slump Yourself

In my last blog, we talked about the inevitable wall you will hit when you’re working towards a goal - a.k.a., the slump. While we all know that the path to success is not without obstacles, it can be hard to admit that things aren't going as planned. You might even...

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Are You In A Summer Slump?

The summer might be heating up but I’ve been slowing down – literally and figuratively! I was sick for almost two weeks this month and spent a few days in bed catching up on sleep. When my body shuts down like that I know it’s trying to tell me something. The message...

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How to negotiate a contract or salary

Are you earning enough money? If you can’t say yes to all three questions… Am I able to meet my basic needs? Am I enjoying the quality of life I currently have? Am I feeling grateful for my clients or job? ... then it might be time to ask for more. Whether you’re a...

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Being Smart About… Incorporating Your Business

Your Question:   Have 5 seconds? Here’s the short answer. As a sole-proprietor, you are your business; when you incorporate, it’s you and your business. To determine which is right for you, consider how much income you’re earning and the risk of being sued by a...

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How to plan for financial success (Part 2)

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a single young professional or a parent in a dual income family, people often have one thing in common: anxiety about how to create a financial plan to reach their goals. Last week, I shared the first two steps of planning for financial...

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How to plan for financial success (Part 1)

Financial success doesn’t happen by accident; it’s the result of intentional, persistent action towards a specific goal. Sometimes our goals are so big that it can be difficult to figure out where to start. That’s why I love planning so much, it provides a framework...

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Are you carrying your stress in your purse?

I have a confession to make: I’m a bit of a hoarder. I must have been a squirrel in a past life with all the stuff that I pack away around the house. For a while I even had the habit of carrying around at least two or three bags whenever I went out – my purse, a lunch...

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