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How to Live a Truly Rich Life: A Letter to My Kids
Dear Helena and Lucas, When I was growing up, my family and I spent a lot of time shopping. Some of those weekend afternoons were spent looking for deals at malls – to which we had to drive for an hour because we lived in a small town – but... ➡
The Life Lesson My Mom Left Behind
Photo courtesy of Ellen Forbus My mom and I talked frequently, but we didn't get to visit often, with my crazy work schedule and other activities. Whenever I talked to her, it seemed like she complained. And whenever she came over, it seemed she... ➡
Life Lessons From Mom
In honor of Mother’s Day, we asked you to share the most important life lessons you learned from your Mom. Here are some of our favorites. ➡
Get Help With Your Goals
Welcome to our new “Coach Me” series. Each week, our resident life and career coaches will answer questions from readers. To submit yours, send an email to coachme@dailyworth.com. I'm 49 and I didn’t grow up learning how to be motivated to do... ➡
‘I No Longer Spend Mindlessly’
I grew up in a very frugal household, wearing my older sister's hand-me-downs for most of my childhood. So, when I got my first real job with a decent salary, I splurged. A career meant an ever-changing wardrobe. And, since I made pretty good... ➡
From Cleaner to Company Owner
When Cheryl Schantz realized her company was making four times what she did for each house she cleaned, and decided to strike out on her own, it was a major Financial Turning Point for her.—and for her three kids. I started having children when I... ➡
A Sister’s Death Inspires the Birth of a Nonprofit Group
My sister Ella Moore always wanted to make a difference. When she died of cancer at the age of 42, I decided to help her fulfill her wish. I could have started a cancer-related organization, but that didn’t say “Ella” to me. Her life was about,... ➡
