Planning for the future is one of the most impactful things you can do for financial security. But only focusing on the future can create its own problems. 

I try to remember that it's easier to be 100% when starting something new. It may seem counterintuitive but it’s true.

The push to buy a shiny new toy can be overwhelming. Waiting for a short period will save you a lot of money.

For most of my life I have had two conflicting goals. I yearn to travel the world with a backpack and faint plan. I also feel the need to build a career, lay down some roots and save money for the future. I had to figure out how to do both.

I underestimate how long something takes to get done. Nothing happens fast.