Blog - The Five Journeys

How to Become a Financial Coach (Part 3)

The third step in becoming a financial coach is learning techniques and developing programs. Skill-building for both coaches and clients takes center place.

The Next Phase (Part 2): Time to Hit the Road

October 19, 2019
/ Financial Independence Freedom in 50s Happiness
/ By Brenda
/ 4 COMMENTS

I’ve moved into a new phase of my life. I’m ready to give up the house and create a different life for myself. The RV lifestyle may be just the ticket!

Fired! 18-month Net Worth Report

Here’s my net worth report, 18 months after losing my job and becoming an entrepreneur. Despite zero income, I’m doing okay and optimistic about the future.

How to Become a Financial Coach (Part 2)

September 26, 2019
/ Financial Independence Freedom in 50s
/ By Brenda

The second part of becoming a financial coach is setting up the back office. Main activities include using scheduling software and establishing processes.

How to Become a Financial Coach (Part 1)

September 9, 2019
/ Financial Independence
/ By Brenda
/ 1 COMMENT

How do you become a financial coach? Here’s part 1 of a series discussing Dr. Brenda’s journey to becoming a certified professional financial coach.

The Next Phase (Part 1): More Questions than Answers

August 28, 2019
/ Community Financial Independence Freedom in 50s Happiness
/ By Brenda
/ 7 COMMENTS

I’ve reached a new phase of my life. I’m ready to make a big move but I’m not sure where I’ll go. I have more questions than answers at this point.

Escape to Africa

August 23, 2019
/ Financial Independence
/ By Brenda
/ 3 COMMENTS

Reflections on my trip to South Africa and Zimbabwe

My Five Journeys Have Become One Journey

The quest for financial independence has extinguished other aspects of my life. Now I’m ready for a change, but I’m not sure what that looks like.

Fired…15 Month Net Worth Report

Fifteen months after being fired, and still having no income, my net worth chalked in at its highest peak. I’m still in good financial shape.

Want to read about the $10,000 Candlestick?

June 29, 2019
/ Coaching Financial Independence Freedom in 50s
/ By Brenda

What three things do you need before you leave the workforce? Read my guest post to find out … and learn about my $10,000 candlestick!

Personal Finance Blogger Friends: Privilege is not about YOU

June 17, 2019
/ Financial Independence
/ By Brenda
/ 2 COMMENTS

Privilege is just part of the social order. So why do personal finance bloggers spend so much time denouncing privilege, claiming it’s all about choices?

Book Review: Work Optional

June 15, 2019
/ Coaching Financial Independence
/ By Brenda

Work Optional is not your typical personal finance book. The author – Tanja Hester – does a fabulous job guiding readers on creating the life they want.