7 Ways to Celebrate Your Money Wins
Tulix Team
At Tulix, we talk a lot about cultivating healthy money relationships and part of any healthy relationship is reflecting on the wins along the way, however big or small. More so looking back at the steps that led you there because a lot of times, it feels like we’re not making progress yet we really are.
For instance, Wairimu needed to spend money on little treats after sorting all her bills so she could get comfortable spending on a big move that she’d been planning for years. On the other hand, Brian wasn’t clearly tracking his expenses but using his wife’s envelope system inspired him to build Jars to make budgeting easier for everyone.
We’re all on a money journey and there will be highs and lows along the way but how can we honour our wins?
Take Your Pick
Here are some ideas to get you started:
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Treat yourself to something special - Pick something from your list of wants that you’re now in a position to spend on. It could be skincare, a weekend getaway or even take-out over a movie indoors. Whatever you choose, ensure it’s something you’ll truly enjoy.
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Invest in continuous learning - Have you been eyeing an online course? It may be time to spend money to make more money. Find affordable reputable courses on sites like Udemy to upskill yourself and when ready promote your services online. More income means more financial milestones.
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Share your accomplishment - Money is very personal so it’s okay to celebrate on your own but if you decide to share, ensure it’s with people who will encourage and challenge you to keep progressing.
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Schedule a ‘nothing day’ to reflect on your journey - The long hours, sacrifices, studying, incremental progress - pause and take it all in. Walk backwards from the wins identifying the challenges and lessons learned to gain insight into your next steps.
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Give back - You may decide to share some of your spoils with a friend who’s supported you through the ups and downs or donate to a charity linked to a social mission you’re passionate about.
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Pay it forward - Has someone asked you how you manage your money? Schedule a call with them to listen to their money journey and help out where you can. You don’t need to share any figures to be effective - just highlight what you’re currently reframing in your own money relationship. For instance, Wairimu is using a Food Jar to continue managing her fear of spending on wants even when she has the money.
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Go bigger - Keep the momentum going with a new goal. It doesn’t have to be financial but contributing to more money wins. For example, getting even better at managing your time can open doors for a hobby that earns you extra income. The key is to choose a challenging but achievable goal that aligns with your priorities.
Keeping It Healthy
Celebrating your financial wins is a great way to honour your hard work and pump you up for the next leg of your money journey. It’s not about spending the most cash on yourself but finding ways to acknowledge your success in meaningful ways.
Remember, the way you celebrate yourself shouldn’t undo your progress—the idea is to enjoy the fruits of your labour, not deplete them.