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Finding Hope in Weird Times

These are some weird times in the financial industry.

It usually trends more toward “weird bad,” but if you squint, some of it is … simply “weird.” Fake job interviews to hit diversity numbers. Responsible investing heads basically saying climate change is no big deal. And of course, then there’s the markets.

But you know what gives me hope? You.

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•	Oh hey, this year’s Fortune 500 was released, and a record number of companies are helmed by women! There are … 44 of them. Out of 500. 🙃
•	It’s no surprise that the formula shortage is hitting low-income families the hardest. Last week, the House passed a bill that would help those who use the WIC program to access formula more easily. (Note: This is different from the other baby formula aid bill — that was passed, too, despite a partisan split.)
•	“We are falling for traps that the data says are unlikely to make us happy.” A thought-provoking NYT Op-Ed on what big data tells us about who the rich really are, and what really leads to happiness.
•	Yes, last week’s news about equal pay in US Soccer was great, but we still have so, so far to go. This year’s list of the highest-paid athletes only includes two women: Naomi Osaka and Serena Williams.
•	(This fall is) about damn time. 🍑

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Finding Hope in Weird Times

Does dealing with your finances often affect your mood?

Happening TONIGHT ✨

Reminder: Burnout affects your $, too

Investing for retirement is self-care

Last chance!

Links to love (or hate-read)

Make progress toward your money goals.

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