Top 10 Spills Spot Posts of 2019
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Another year in the books! It’s been a crazy year filled with many ups and downs. We’ve had new experiences, gone through challenges, and learned along the way.
In total, I published 37 posts in 2019 including this one. The blog continues to grow steadily with each year that passes. To celebrate 2019 coming to a close and a new year beginning I thought it was only fitting to recap my top posts from the year. As always thank you for following along and I hope you enjoy catching up on any of these posts you may have missed!
#1 – Why Financial Independence is Our Biggest Long-term Goal
This was my favorite post of the year as it talks about why our pursuit of financial independence is such a big focus for us. While in previous years our focus was on paying off our debt and reaching debt freedom, this year we set our sights on the next big long-term goal.
#2 – When Life Throws You Challenges
This was the hardest post I’ve ever had to write, as this year we had to say goodbye to our beloved 14-year old dog who passed away. We had a special bond that I’ll always treasure. I never understood how pets could become such an important part of a family, but this little pup showed me how. This post is a tribute to her and discusses how to push through the challenges that life throws at us.
#3 – How We Manage Our Finances as a Couple
Money is often the biggest source of stress and conflict in a relationship. I couldn’t pursue this path towards financial independence as effectively alone. My wife and I are a strong team, who help make each other better. This post discusses how me manage our finances as a couple.
#4 – My Journey with Money & Learning About Investing
This post was exciting for me, as it marked the first time my wife has guest posted on the blog! She talks about her background, her money journey, and her thoughts about investing after reading her first investment book.
#5 – 16 Lessons Everyone Should Learn About Personal Finance
Earlier this year I had the privilege to talk to 6 high school students, ages 14-18, about personal finance for a couple hours. We covered everything from the basics, all the way to financial independence! This post highlights the main lessons I shared with them, lessons that I wish everyone knew.
#6 – Finding Your Level of Enough
The more simple we keep our lives and the less material possessions we find ourselves wanting, the less money we need to live a happy life. The more you want to spend, the more you’ll need to save. The more you need to save, the longer you’ll need to work.
#7 – How Awareness Leads to Making Better Choices
Gaining awareness of the situation you’re in is the first step to making positive progress. Once you know what to do, it will help lead to better choices.
#8 –Why You Need to Learn the Rules of Personal Finance
The “game” of personal finance is much easier when you put some time into learning and practicing. By knowing the rules, you increase your chances of excelling.
#9 – Why You Should Start Small When Forming Habits
Many times people try to do too much too soon with trying to build new habits. Instead, focus on taking one small step today, and each day after that. After some time passes you’ll look back and be amazed at how far you’ve come.
#10 – How Much Should You Spend on Monthly Housing Costs
Spending too much on housing costs, while taking on huge levels of mortgage debt is a recipe for potential financial disaster.
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