A blog about college, investing, cooking, psychology, saving money and general life concepts.
How our environment, and whether our basic needs are met, shapes the way we show up for others. This was for an assignment I had to do for my adolescent psychology class, and I wanted to share my contribution to the discussion here. The Myth of Owing Your Parents After watching the Crash Course: Family... Continue Reading →
Being broke in college isn’t just about having no money, it’s about navigating a system that often feels designed to keep you struggling. But what if I told you that economic theories, yes, the same ones that explain how nations grow, can also explain how an individual climbs out of poverty? The truth is, escaping... Continue Reading →
Introduction: The Importance of Estate Planning Ever wondered what happens when a millionaire dies without an estate plan? Well, Lewis Zagor, a Wall Street investor who amassed an $18 million fortune, became a real-life example of what can go wrong when you don’t plan for the future. Despite his enormous wealth, Zagor's life and finances... Continue Reading →
Have you ever faced challenges where it seemed like the deck was stacked against you, whether due to financial hardships, difficult family situations, or feeling underestimated by those around you? Meet Matilda, a young girl with extraordinary intelligence, but raised in a neglectful and financially struggling family. Despite the odds, Matilda uses her education, resourcefulness,... Continue Reading →
Ever wondered how to navigate financial responsibilities when life throws unexpected challenges, like raising children in a blended family or planning for the future? Meet Jackie Harrison and Isabel Kelly from Stepmom, two women from very different backgrounds who must learn to balance their financial and personal responsibilities while navigating a complex family dynamic. Jackie... Continue Reading →
Ever wondered what life after retirement should really look like? Meet Ben Whittaker, a 70-year-old widower who, instead of settling into a quiet retirement, takes on an internship at a fast-growing e-commerce startup. While many view retirement as the finish line, Ben’s story in The Intern challenges that idea, proving that financial longevity, adaptability, and... Continue Reading →
Ever wondered how financial security impacts major life changes like divorce and career transitions? Meet Daniel Hillard from Mrs. Doubtfire, a struggling actor who, after a messy divorce, finds himself without a job, stable income, or a place to live. His story is a powerful lesson in financial responsibility, career adaptability, and the importance of... Continue Reading →
Ever wondered how being successful in your career can sometimes lead to unexpected life changes? Meet Scott Calvin, a successful but overworked toy company executive who unexpectedly becomes Santa Claus. His transformation from a corporate executive to someone who embraces the values of generosity, responsibility, and work-life balance teaches us valuable lessons about financial responsibility... Continue Reading →
Ever wonder how much pressure the holidays can put on your wallet? Meet Howard Langston, the well-meaning but overworked dad from Jingle All the Way, who spends the whole Christmas Eve running around town trying to find the one toy his son desperately wants: the Turbo-Man action figure. In his frantic pursuit, Howard becomes a... Continue Reading →
Ever had a dream of the perfect life, wealth, status, the perfect job, but then realized that once you achieved it, something was missing? Meet Jenna Rink from 13 Going on 30, a character who, at the age of 13, dreams of becoming an adult with a successful career, a fabulous lifestyle, and all the... Continue Reading →
The Broke College Student 