Research shows collecting Experiences provides more lasting happiness than collecting material things.
We adapt to new things quickly and the excitement fades.
But Experiences become apart of who we are and give us stories to share for years to come. With pictures and memories that can last a lifetime!
Why experiences win:
Anticipation is free happiness – Planning a trip gives you weeks of excitement before you even go
Memories appreciate – That date gets better every time you retell it
Social connection – Experiences with others strengthen relationships
No buyer’s remorse – Even “bad” experiences become funny stories
Shifting your budget from things to experiences isn’t about deprivation. It’s about investing in what actually matters.
That $300 could be another piece of clothing you’ll forget about, or it could be a weekend adventure you’ll talk about for decades.
Try this today: Look at your last 3 purchases over $100. Would you trade any of them for a memorable experience instead? Plan one experience for next month.
Want to grow closer with your partner?! Stop talking about “someday” adventures and schedule them in!
The gap between wanting and doing can definitely dull the excitement if you don’t have a proper system in place.
Below is a little checklist to make sure you’re getting in your dates and adventures:
Couple’s Experience System:
Monthly planning date – Sit down with calendars and coffee once a month and plan out details
The 2-6-12 rule – Plan 2 big experiences per year, 6 medium ones, 12 small monthly adventures
Alternate who chooses – You pick January’s adventure, they pick February’s (keeps things fair and exciting)
Budget together – Set aside experience money monthly so finances don’t become an excuse
Big experiences = weekend trips or concerts. Medium = day trips to new places. Small = trying a new restaurant or hiking trail. A lil variety keeps life interesting without overwhelming your schedule or budget.
When you schedule experiences together, you’re prioritizing your relationship. You’re saying “our connection matters more than screens and routine.”
Try this today:
Text your partner right now: “Want to plan out our next 3 adventures this weekend?!” Schedule in that planning session and think about some ideas!
Your best insights are worthless if you forget them by Tuesday.
Keep a paper AND digital notebook, and watch how quickly your life improves.
As a student of life, I’ve learned that brilliant ideas and necessary fixes hit at random moments. The dual notebook system ensures nothing gets lost.
Your Simple Setup:
Paper notebook: Keep one everywhere—bedside, gym bag, kitchen counter. Perfect for quick captures when inspiration strikes. Even a scrape of paper counts
Digital notes app: Use your phone’s notes app or Google Keep to get more organized, with searchable pinning options it’s easy to review ideas
Weekly reflection sheet: Every Sunday, review both notebooks and transfer action items to your written plans and calendar
Why This Works: Paper captures the raw moment without tech friction. Digital organizes and makes it searchable. The weekly review transforms scattered thoughts into actual change.
You’ll stop repeating the same mistakes. You’ll actually implement that workout tweak or nutrition adjustment you thought of mid-run. You become someone who learns and evolves, quickly.
Try this today: Buy a small notebook you love and write down one thing you’ve been meaning to fix about your routine.
March was so eye opening! We touched on mindfulness, and how we can apply it in our daily life: fitness, nutrition, hydration, daily habits, and productivity. It’s true that when we ask the right questions and commit to intentional living, it improves our quality of life.
This month, I’m excited to share some simple ways we can be more mindful throughout our day to live a happy and healthy lifestyle. These tips are perfect for busy people looking to get the most out of their day without overwhelming things.
4 Steps to Build Wealth: There are four steps to building wealth: working income, savings, investments, and simple living. Together, they support goals like:
Financial independence (more money coming in than going out) and
Retirement (no longer having to work for money).
✨ WHAT I’M LOVING THIS MONTH ✨
Herbal tea (lavender, nettle life, dandelion), baking oatmeal cookies, sunbathing with the pup, grinding coffee beans for a fresh batch, dusting and cleaning, plant clippings, planning for Q2
✨ QUICK FIT TIP ✨
Did a 40 hour water fast for the first time this month… Overall, I loved it! The end result was no bloating, feeling super hydrated, laser focused activity, and a good reset for my internal clock.
I found that my digestive system was able to relax, like really relax. Specifically while I was sleeping (I got a great night’s sleep too!) Other than water, I had a single LMNT pack, some herbal tea, black coffee, and hot water with spices (herbal broth).
I’m thinking of doing a water fast every 3 months. Full cleanse mind, body, and soul. A great way to prepare for the new season. Big thanks to Jesse Itzler for the inspiration!
✨ KEEP ON STEPPING ✨
Another month in the books, super grateful for that! Wishing you an April full of renewal, love, and joy. You got this. Whatever the goal, take it one day at a time.
If you have any questions, comments, found value – please let me know!
Remember, take it easy and breathe deeply.
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