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There are almost 100 people signed up for Fluent in Finances (an email challenge making it easier to talk money). I’m so excited that there are some many people eager to improve their financial literacy!

Understanding money made it simpler for me to manage and grow my money. And I want that for you too!

Also, I celebrated my 12-year wedding anniversary! My husband and I had a beautiful celebratory dinner yesterday and you can check out the deets here!

Also, in a moment of vulnerability, I had a panic attack this past week so bad I had to call my mom to calm me down. I share this because as a reader of this email, you might think I have it all together. It’s important to me that you know that I’m just as beautifully imperfect as you.

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🧠 Mindset Shift of the Week

Are you a natural saver, an impulse spender, or somewhere in between? Understanding your money personality can help you recognize habits, play to your strengths, and adjust where needed. The more you know about how you handle money, the easier it is to create a financial plan that actually works for you.

🔍 Check out this article on different money personality types!


💡 Smart Saving Tip

Saving money isn’t about cutting everything. In fact, it’s more about spending on what truly adds value to your life and letting go of what doesn’t. When your spending aligns with your priorities, saving feels easier (and guilt-free!). Need help figuring out where to adjust?

📅 Click here to book a Smart Money Strategy Session


📉 Debt-Free Game Plan

Debt isn’t just about numbers. It’s also about habits. If you don’t identify the patterns that keep you stuck, you’ll keep repeating them. The key? Small, consistent changes that lead to breaking the cycle of debt and to lasting debt freedom.

For a deeper dive into building better habits (this includes money habits), click here to check out Atomic Habits by James Clear. One my of favorite lessons: how to make the habits we want to establish easier while making the habits we want to get rid of harder.


📈 Investing Made Simple

The difference between saving and investing?

You save for short-term goals (less than 5 years) like emergencies or vacations. Your money stays safe but grows slowly. You invest for long-term goals like retirement or kids' college savings. Your money grows faster over time, even with market ups and downs.

In short, if you’ll need it soon, save it. If you want it to grow for the future, invest it.

If you’re hesitant or nervous to invest, you should read this blog post.


Thanks for letting me be part of your financial journey. Which section was your favorite this week? Hit reply and let me know—I love hearing from you!

Eager to see you thrive,

Prisca

P.S. I help women like you create a customized plan for your money that allows you to enjoy life now while saving for your future. Schedule a free call to learn how my coaching can help you.

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Upcoming Events

Ever open the fridge at 5pm with zero idea what's for dinner... again? That mental load of feeding your family night after night is real, and it doesn't get lighter just because everything else on your plate is busy too.

That's why my Biz Bud Brett DuPree is hosting the free 3-day "What's for Dinner?" Summit, August 17–19, 2026. 25 foodie experts are sharing their best tricks for quick recipes, smart grocery budgeting, and meal plans that actually hold up on a busy week. There's also a BINGO game running all three days, with chances to win daily prizes like a Plan to Eat 1-year subscription, a Souper Cubes freezer set, and a ThermoWorks Thermapen ONE.

Grab your free ticket here →​​​​​


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Read / Listen / Watch

If you find yourself ordering takeout or making mindless convenience purchases at the end of a grueling work week, it is not because you lack discipline, it is just your exhausted brain trying to buy back some energy. The problem is that ignoring these tiny leaks leaves you feeling strangely broke between paydays, even though you make excellent money.

In this 7-minute video, I am sharing a stress-free paycheck routine designed for demanding schedules. You'll learn how to map your money to your actual paydays, how to split large bills so they stop wiping out a single check, and how to turn three-paycheck months into automated wealth boosters. 👇🏽

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Hi! I'm Prisca, money coach for professional Millenial women

I help professional women balance their desire to enjoy life now with the need to save for the future without stressing over every dollar.

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