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“There’s an interconnection between mental health and financial health.” —  Joyce Marter At first glance, it may appear that there is no correlation between mental health and financial health, but the truth is that they affect one another. Read the full article by clicking below.

“Did you use the coupon?” I asked my husband this question when he returned from the store. I had a good idea his answer would be some variation of no. Usually he says “I forgot.” But that hasn’t stopped me from trying for the past 20 years. Read the full article where Joyce Marter is … Read more

Talking about money is stressful. Not only do more than half of the Americans surveyed by OnePoll and Questis think money discussions are taboo, but three in five fake their financial situation on social media to appear more stable, and 30% would also rather watch a horror film than talk about money—two of the other … Read more

In this issue of CPAacademy.org Check-In, Joyce Marter tackles the topic of mental health awareness and its ability to improve our mental health, financial health, work-life balance, and relationships.

Among advanced economies around the world, the US stands out in one troubling way, according to The Center for Economic and Policy Research. The center refers to America as the “No Vacation Nation” with a workaholic culture that contributes to increased stress levels, lower well-being, and physical health problems like heart disease, says Joyce Marter, … Read more

Financial compatibility occurs when two people share financial values and goals and can communicate and collaborate well with one another to manage their money successfully. In romantic relationships, when two people are likely spending time and money together, there needs to be agreement on who is paying for what. Discussions about finances become especially critical … Read more

People often view weddings as occasions of joy and happiness. In addition, they can require adjustment, acceptance, and mixed emotions, especially if you hate being single. Attending a wedding ceremony solo can sometimes be agonizing if you are jealous of the bride and are all too familiar with the “always the bridesmaid, never the bride” … Read more

You feel like your career is going great. You’re moving up the ladder, have an impressive job title and all the responsibilities you’ve ever wanted. But then the unthinkable happens: you’re demoted. You may be thinking “What did I do wrong?” or “What do I do now?”, and that’s completely understandable. You’re going to want … Read more

Emotional spending is about spending money in response to emotional triggers instead of rational needs. While most people are guilty of emotional spending at some point in their lives, it can significantly impact their finances in the long term. Emotional spending differs from regular spending because it occurs when we allow our feelings (such as … Read more

Vipassana meditation is the practice of being in the present moment while being mindful of thoughts and feelings without attaching to them. The benefits of the Vipassana meditation technique, often referred to as insight meditation, include better concentration, calmness and clarity, and overall well-being. Additionally, no expensive equipment is required, and you can get started … Read more