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Are you already feeling the pressure to make this holiday season extra special while worrying about how much it's all going to cost?

Between holiday shopping, family expectations, social media trends, and all the things you're trying to do for everyone else, it's easy to overspend without ever really deciding where your money should go.

But what if you could create a meaningful, memorable holiday without buying everything you're told you need?

In this episode, Michelle sits down with Jen Smith of the Frugal Friends Podcast to talk about how to be more intentional with your holiday spending, let go of the pressure to create the perfect Christmas, and make financial decisions based on what actually matters to you and your family.

When you listen, you'll learn:

• How to let go of the pressure to create the perfect holiday and give yourself permission to embrace good enough.
• How to identify what matters most to you and your family so you can spend money intentionally instead of wasting it on things that don't bring you joy.
• How to stick to your spending decisions when tempting holiday trends, social media pressure, and last-minute deals make you want to spend more.

Press play to discover how to spend less, feel less overwhelmed, and create a holiday season filled with meaningful memories instead of unnecessary expenses.

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Buy What You Love Without Going Broke by Jen Smith and Jill Sirianni
The Frugal Friends podcast
The Frugal Friends coaching app
Pink Streets Financial Planning

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