Lynn Telford-Sahl, Certified Money Coach

Money is such an important tool in our life. I was in my 40s before I began to understand how important managing my money was. If you are or have been in the "loose with your money" stage or perhaps there really isn't enough to go around - I've been there also - do all you can to look for local resources and to educate yourself about money. Some of my favorite $$ books: "Rich Dad Poor Dad "- Robert Kiyosaki, Suse Orman's books for women, and if you want to dig deep "The S...ecret Language of Money" by Dr. David Krueger - I also use affirmations like: "People like to give me money," or "I am a money magnet." Say these with enthusiasm and visualize people giving you money randomly or money coming to. The power of the mind is underutilized. Blessings - Lynn (lots of free $$ info at website lynntelfordsahl.com)

Is it true that Covid has financially affected working mothers more than dads? Yes. It's hard to run a small business with your children home from school. Covid has caused women to step back on work to supervise and care for their children or sometimes sick family members. My heart and hat is off to all in these positions. I especially admire single working women and love sharing financial information that may help women better understand their relationship with money. This blog is a repost.

Is it true "All You Need is Love" (Beatles song)? Not quite... But, aren't we ready to move more and more away from fear, anxiety, stress? Susie & I loved off...ering the first Oneness Blessing last month and will offer another on Sat. Feb. 13th. from 11:00 - 11:45. The subject? LOVE... Valentine's Day is about romantic love, but love has so much more to offer and it all starts with your self-love and care. This time it will be a ZOOM call so we can have some interaction. If you're interested please email me at [email protected] to register and I'll send a Zoom invite just before 11:00 on the 13th.

Do you know if your relationship with money is on a good foundation or are there some cracks that need attending to? The Money Quiz validates your financial strengths and points to areas of challenge. There are 8 Money Types - it's fun to take the quiz and see where you sit and then decide if you're ready to put on your big girl money pants and make small changes that produce big results. Blessings & Prosperity - Lynn Here's a link to take the Quiz - we will both get the re...sults and I'll contact you for a 15 minute complimentary review. http://www.lynntelfordsahl.com/moneyquiz

We are in different financial times than we were when I first posted this blog. It's very hard to create what we want more of - money, love, health - from a place of fear. Stress and anxiety lower our ability to focus and attract more of the good in our lives. Tho there are many things we cannot control - we always have choice about our attitude. How to stay more optimistic, despite the drama or chaos of the current political times? One of the best ways is to have a list o...f affirmations that are related to the goals you want to bring into your life - Some of my favorite money related affirmations are: "People love to give me money., I create money quickly & easily, All my debts are paid and I still have all this money." To keep your energy at a higher and more positive level, I recommend going over 10-15 + affirmations in the morning after meditation and/or just before bed. You will notice a lift in attitude, and opportunities often just "come" to you. If you'd like a list of my affirmations - many of which come from Chellie Campbell, The Wealthy Spirit author, please email [email protected] Blessings & Love, Lynn

6 Financial Decisions that Could Haunt you in Retirement - Learn from others and pay attention to what the experts say are the best and worst things to do to prepare for retirement. Saving all you can once you hit 50 is REALLY important. Here's to your health, wealth & happiness!! L

Money is often harder for couples to talk about than sex. The Gottman's have been working with couples for 40 years. Here are a few points they cover about MONEY: It's important to look (safely) at each of your money scripts together. No judging, but we all have been imprinted by how our parents or caretakers were with their money. My parents fought a lot about money - therefore it was scary for me when my husband Dave would try to talk to me. Avoid, avoid, avoid...... Money just seems like an inanaminate object, but it's not. So many beliefs, feelings, expectations and misperceptions are tied up in money. Good article - See if it speaks to you. If you have questions about your relationship with money, feel free to message me. Blessings, Lynn

Love this quote: "A habit is acting as usual, again." Anon How do act as usual with our money? Let me count the ways... If we tend to wait to pay our bills until the last minute (I knew this one) they will often be late. If we automatically save 10-20% of all income that comes in - soon we have a pretty darn good savings account. If we shop till we drop every week (online or in person) we have a closet full of clothes that may still have the price tags on.... I've done it all - in the past - but doing better with our money FEELS better. So, no shame or blame - just decide on one financial piece you'd like to improve. One step...leads to the next... Blessings & JOY - Lynn And, please join our FB group Money Mentoring for Women https://www.facebook.com/groups/1591073674458473/ See more

One of my favorite money quotes: We might get 10 years out of a car, perhaps 50 with a spouse, - but money you can’t break up with, divorce, run away from, or coax into loving you more. That means we better get it right. If you can change your money story, then you will have created powerful changes in your life story. David Krueger Secret Language of Money

Love this quote: "A habit is acting as usual, again." Anon How do act as usual with our money? Let me count the ways... If we tend to wait to pay our bills until the last minute (I knew this one) they will often be late. If we automatically save 10-20% of all income that comes in - soon we have a pretty darn good savings account. If we shop till we drop every week (online or in person) we have a closet full of clothes that may still have the price tags on.... I've done it all - in the past - but doing better with our money FEELS better. So, no shame or blame - just decide on one financial piece you'd like to improve. One step...leads to the next... Blessings & JOY - Lynn And, please join our FB group Money Mentoring for Women https://www.facebook.com/groups/1591073674458473/ See more

Hey - I have a new Money Mentoring Group for Women. If you're stressed or anxious about $$ or just want to know how to be more financially fit, please join us. We learn from each other!! https://www.facebook.com/groups/1591073674458473/

One of my favorite money quotes: We might get 10 years out of a car, perhaps 50 with a spouse, - but money you can’t break up with, divorce, run away from, or coax into loving you more. That means we better get it right. If you can change your money story, then you will have created powerful changes in your life story. David Krueger Secret Language of Money

Does talking about money cause stress or fights with your partner? Does money wash thru your hands like water because you must have the next new thing? Or, paying bills makes you so anxious...well, they don't get paid. You are not alone!! As a counselor and Money Coach I have a unique way of helping my clients understand what's driving their money bus and get to the place of feeling better while making better financial decisions. www.lynntelfordsahl.com

Who wants to earn $1,000 by giving up Starbucks for a month? You don't have to give up coffee, only buy from local businesses. Business.org will pay you $250 upfront and the rest when you complete the 8 local coffee houses, share your experience on social media and write a short summary of the month. Business. org is all about supporting local businesses. Deadline Sept 30 to pply - for details go to www.business.org/finance/accounting/drink-local-coffee/ A pretty sweet deal!! lynntelfordsahl.com - Certified Money Coach

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As a recovering financially challenged blonde, money Coaching gently, but powerfully freed up the way I think, believe and act with money, as it does with the many clients I've been privileged to work with. Take the Money Quiz to get a glimpse into your relationship with money - Are you a warrior or a fool with money? http://www.lynntelfordsahl.com/moneyquiz

Is it true that more income will make us happier, more financially secure? Or, is it how we spend the money we have. The American illusion is more will be better - the reality's a little different. www.lynntelfordsahl.com https://www.theatlantic.com//2019/07/who-feels-rich/594439/

Here's to your next vacation and a recommendation for a new financial book that has quick, easy to learn budget & building wealth info! I'm on vacation in North Carolina enjoying the savings I've learned to build - 10-20% of net income is a good goal. https://www.amazon.com/Clever-Girl-Finan//ref=as_li_ss_tl

Vacation is one of the reasons we work hard & save our money! I’m in Chicago visiting a friend I met in the pool in Mexico! A good goal is 20% of our net income!! Here’s to your next Vaca!!

Money, Money, Money - Money is so important, but it's not everything, but learning how to manage it is. I have a special place in my heart for women in business and so am sharing this blog I wrote http://www.lynntelfordsahl.com//women-in-business-the-2nd-