Show 111 - Financial Stress Free Vacation
In this episode, I discuss how I went on a vacation without worrying about money (and how liberating it was!), by using a zero based budget.
1/28/20261 min read
We stress about spending money because we don’t know if we have enough, or we’re guilty about spending too much. But if you meant to spend that money then you won’t be guilty about spending it. That’s the power of intentionality with a zero based budget. In this episode I share how I went from a nervous, stressed, guilt ridden mess after vacations to enjoying my vacation completely stress and guilt free. You won’t want to miss this one!
Show Notes
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Key Ideas
A zero-based budget works for discretionary spending like travel
Create and fund a vacation category months in advance to meet your goal
Pre-planning eliminates guilt during the trip
You can use this same system for other joy-bringing expenses
Money is a tool for fulfillment—not something to hoard or fear
Bonus Tip
Here is a bonus tip I didn't get to in the episode.
Saving for a big expense requires patience. Instead of impulse buying or just swiping a credit card and hoping to pay for it later, prepare for big expenses well in advance. Saving $100 here or $50 there will allow you to get to your goal to buy a vacation or a new gizmo without the debt or the guilt. And even though it requires patience, you’ll get there before you know it.