by Manisha Thakor | Nov 5, 2012 | All Posts, Reflect
To me, money represents freedom, choices and security. So the thought of having insufficient money is terrifying. Not because of the money per se, but rather the potential loss of those three attributes. Even when, as a financial advisor, I objectively know I have...
by Manisha Thakor | Oct 29, 2012 | All Posts, Save, Spend
I hate shopping. With so many choices, I’m hesitant to make a selection without reviewing every last option – lest I make a subpar decision. When I do purchase something, it often leads me to feel I need to buy something else. Shopping to me is a constant battle...
by Manisha Thakor | Oct 22, 2012 | All Posts, Earn
Self-worth and net worth have a very complicated relationship in modern America. Think about the last time you were out with a group of people. How long did it take for someone to ask: “So, what do you do?” Chances are, not very long! What we do for a living – and...
by Manisha Thakor | Oct 15, 2012 | All Posts, Reflect, Save, Spend
“When we are mindful, deeply in touch with the present moment, our understanding of what is going on deepens, and we begin to be filled with acceptance, joy, peace and love.” – Thich Nhat Hahn Money makes many of us miserable. Study after study shows how...
by Manisha Thakor | Oct 18, 2010 | All Posts, Book Review, Reflect
Do You Want To Change The World? My friend Courtney Martin has just written a wonderful book, DO IT ANYWAY, profiling 8 activists who are striving to do just that. I must confess… as someone who is in that awkward career stage – having left the financial...
