Archives for September 2019

Three Tips for Getting the Most out of a Conference: A Review of FinCon19

September 16, 2019 By Deanna 5 Comments

I was fortunate to go to my second FinCon this September. Last year I went to my first FinCon in Florida on a scholarship as a new blogger. I went this year as a speaker. It’s amazing what a difference one year can make!

Anyway, this post is designed to give tips to anyone attending any type of conference and, in my opinion, how to get the most out of it. Secondly, you’ll be able to read about some of my adventures at FinCon19. Additionally, I’m including some fun photos (permission asked first).

50% Savings, 40% Spending, 10% Giving

September 9, 2019 By Deanna 4 Comments

Three is wonderful number. I do three basic things with my money – save, spend, give. I automatically save about 50% of my money that comes in. Additionally, I spend about 40% of my money on good ole living. Furthermore, I donate 10% of my money.

If this seems impossible to you, stay with me because it seemed impossible to me several years ago. I want to give you hope to know that with some focus and a plan, you can get to a better place with your money.

I’m Speaking at FinCon Today!

September 5, 2019 By Deanna 12 Comments

I decided to release a special little post today since I will be speaking at FinCon on a panel. It’s rather exciting and quite an honor. I apologize I didn’t announce it sooner. However, I do have one small request from my readers. If you are a praying person will you pray for me today?

Back in the winter, I collaborated with another blogger, Refined By FIRE, about applying to speak on a panel this year at FinCon. Fairly quickly we came up with the topic of, Overcoming Adversity on the Path Towards Financial Independence as we both have had some serious adversity in our lives.

Also fairly quickly I knew who should moderate this panel, Fred from Money With a Purpose, as he has an awesome series on his site titled, Overcoming Adversity. I was interviewed in his series a year ago and then I interviewed Fred & his wife Cathy on my blog as parents of a son with an Addiction.

Inspiring Women in Recovery Interview Series

September 2, 2019 By Deanna Leave a Comment

I am starting a new series titled, Inspiring Women in Recovery, where I interview rockstar women who are in recovery from all sorts of things. Humbling oneself and surrendering to a program of recovery takes courage and a certain Je ne sais quois.

Recently a friend sent me this article by Brené Brown about celebrating 23 years of sobriety. I’ve heard her talk before but I had no idea she was also living sober.

“For the first time in my life, I realized that my sobriety isn’t a limitation. Sobriety isn’t even a “have to” – it’s a superpower.” – Brené Brown

Yep, it sure is a superpower. Without the old familiar crutch of alcohol or drugs, I’m forced to face every situation with clarity and growth. It’s a blessing.

As a woman in recovery for over 9 years, I can easily say I’ve met some amazingly beautiful women on this journey who’ve also discovered their superpowers. It’s like I a get a front-row seat to watch God’s handiwork in transforming ladies every day. Now that I have this platform, I’d love to feature some of these women in hopes of sharing stories of inspiration.