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It covers everything from intentional saving and multiple income streams, to investing, property, debt and retirement. But it also really opened my eyes to the importance of making your money work for you - especially when it comes to investing, compound interest and maximising your retirement savings. It’s practical, current and definitely one I’d recommend if you’re trying to build a healthier relationship with your money!

@exclusivebooks sent me a copy as part of their Women’s Month celebrations featuring Women Authors like Sylvia Walker 💖 @penguinbookssouthafrica also gifted me a copy at their Media event this month!

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🍎 Buy
📱 Scan
🎮 Play
🌱 Learn

I love that it makes learning about where our food comes from feel fun and relevant, because sometimes the best lessons are hiding in the things we already do every day! Look out Look out for the specially marked bags of Dutoit Apples with the QR code, at participating Checkers stores between now and 30 September!

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Happy Spring ✨ My favourite peach tree 🍑🌸

Happy Spring ✨ My favourite peach tree 🍑🌸 From bare branches in Winter to a burst of spring blooms, it’s a beautiful little reminder that everything has its season, and everything can begin again 🌸

#spring #blossom #peachblossom

GIVEAWAY 📚 ✨ Win a copy of Home Truths Abou

GIVEAWAY 📚 ✨

Win a copy of Home Truths About Money, along with some treats to enjoy while reading 📚 🍫 🍬 🍭 ✨💖

Home Truths About Money by @sylvia.b.walker.9 really made me think about why I have certain money behaviours, rather than just focusing on what I should or shouldn’t be doing with my money.

It covers everything from intentional saving and multiple income streams, to investing, property, debt and retirement. But it also really opened my eyes to the importance of making your money work for you - especially when it comes to investing, compound interest and maximising your retirement savings. It’s practical, current and definitely one I’d recommend if you’re trying to build a healthier relationship with your money!

@exclusivebooks sent me a copy as part of their Women’s Month celebrations featuring Women Authors like Sylvia Walker 💖 @penguinbookssouthafrica also gifted me a copy at their Media event this month!

So I’m gifting one of the copies to one lucky lady, along with some treats to enjoy while reading ! To enter:

1. Make sure you’re following me
2. Like and save/repost this reel
3. Comment below, tagging 2 friends who’d love to win too, and let me know why you’d love to win

4. Engage with a few other posts on my feed (optional)
5. Share this post to your stories (optional)

Giveaway closes Sunday 6 September and is open to SA residents only. Competition is not affiliated with Facebook or Instagram. T&Cs apply. Decision is final and I reserve the right to disqualify winners should entry mechanisms not be followed. Products are not redeemable for cash

#giveaway #mindfulspending #moneymatters

Celebrating Women’s month and honouring my late

Celebrating Women’s month and honouring my late Gran by wearing her words 💖

These words have stuck with me and it’s something I practice everyday, as there’s always something to be thankful and grateful for - no matter what you’re going through ✨ I just love how easily my @cricut_sa Maker 4 and heat press makes it to create something special and meaningful 💖

Tell me one thing you’re thankful for today ✨

#womensmonth #gratitude

When we discovered Dutoit Juicy Gems, it was the p

When we discovered Dutoit Juicy Gems, it was the perfect opportunity to turn something as ordinary as buying a bag of apples into a little family learning experience! The specially marked Dutoit Juicy Gem Apples, at selected Checkers, have a QR code that unlocks an interactive gamified experience where kids can play, collect and learn more about from how Dutoit apples are grown, to the people, agricultural knowledge, technology and innovation that go into getting fresh produce from the orchard to our homes!

🍎 Buy
📱 Scan
🎮 Play
🌱 Learn

I love that it makes learning about where our food comes from feel fun and relevant, because sometimes the best lessons are hiding in the things we already do every day! Look out Look out for the specially marked bags of Dutoit Apples with the QR code, at participating Checkers stores between now and 30 September!

I’m still me. I still love beautiful things. I s

I’m still me. I still love beautiful things. I still enjoy shopping. I just don’t feel like I need to own everything I love anymore 👏

If you’ve also been trying to spend more intentionally, what’s one small win you’re proud of?

#mindfulspending #nobuy #intentionalliving

About today ✨ Harmony in motion with @blackrosec

About today ✨ Harmony in motion with @blackroseconcepts 💃 🧘‍♀️ 🔉
Who wants to join me at the next one?

#zumba #pilates #soundbathmeditation

Love Scrapbooking? Then this is for you … 🌸💖🌼📔

Gluru - The Genius Glue Stamp is the perfect way to elevate your crafts!

Compact and easy to use, it’s an essential tool for every creative project.

The Genius Glue Stamp is not just functional; it is also crafted from high-quality materials!

It offers durability and reliability, allowing you to create stunning designs time after time!

Perfect for creative minds of all ages!

Available from takealot.com

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