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Articles on money, behaviour, saving, retirement and well-being, from the experts behind the academy.
Financial self-care as a daily routine for peace of mind
Peace of mind about money rarely comes from one big clear-out. Read how short, fixed moments each day, week and month help you build a routine that …
Financial well-beingRunning a business with passion, and with a buffer
Passion is a powerful engine for running a business, but without a buffer every setback becomes a crisis. Here is how, as a self-employed person, yo…
CoachingSmall wins: how mini-goals feed your willpower
Big financial goals often feel out of reach. Read why small, visible wins feed your motivation and self-confidence, and how to break a big goal down…
CoachingFrom worst-case scenario to plan: resilient thinking about money
Your mind can quickly turn a single unexpected cost into a disaster. Learn how to turn worrying about money into a concrete plan that gives you peac…
Well-beingResilient against temptation: advertising, social media and impulse buys
Your feed, your favourite web shop and clever offers are designed to make you buy. Read how that temptation works and how to shape your surroundings…
Well-beingNot alone: why connection makes you financially stronger
People with money worries often withdraw, while connection is exactly what protects them. Read what research says about social support and how to st…
CoachingDrive or perfectionism? When wanting more turns into stress
High standards can move you forward, but perfectionism turns every slip into a drama, in your budget too. Read how to recognise the difference and h…
Financial well-beingSpending on what really matters: budgeting from your values
A budget often feels like a list of things you can’t do. Starting from your values helps you make choices that feel right and spend more calmly on w…
Financial well-beingWhy we don’t open that envelope: procrastination with money matters
Leaving a letter from the bank or the tax office unopened is human, but the worry grows with it. Read why we put off money matters and how a fixed r…
Financial well-beingStarting again after debt: resilience in small steps
Debt weighs on your money and on your mind. Discover why small, visible wins help you keep going and where to find help to make a fresh start.
Well-beingAn unexpected invoice without the panic: responding resiliently to setbacks
An unexpected invoice often puts your mind on high alert. Read what happens in your brain, why hiding it doesn’t help and how to respond in five cal…
Well-beingExercise against stress: a free buffer for body and wallet
Exercise is one of the best-supported ways to reduce stress, and the simplest form costs nothing. Read how you can use exercise as a buffer for your…