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The science behind small wins

It turns out that we aren’t as productive when we see our goals as too big. It overstimulates our brains, and we can’t deal with them as rationally. However, when we focus on the specific things we can do to solve smaller problems (aka small wins), we’re not only able to achieve them, but also better able to build on their success.

Get inspired by the small wins (and, tbh, some big ones) that women+ in the Ellevest community are making below. Later, grumpy boyfriends!

Celebrating you,

Alexandra Ramirez, she/her

Brand Marketing Director

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A graphic that says, “I bumped up my retirement contributions to 15%, because future me deserves nice things.” — Cortney from Lake Geneva, WI

Small win: Bump things up

Building your dream retirement doesn’t just happen. And the earlier you get started with the small steps today, the better. Sign up for an email course to know exactly how much those nice things might cost.

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Small win: Advocate for yourself

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Coming up this month

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A graphic that says, “Used my f**k it fund to (finally) break up with my grumpy boyfriend. I was able to let him keep all of our things, leave him with rent money since we had 7 months left on our lease, move away, and buy a condo near the mountains I love.” — Sara from Salt Lake, UT

Small win: Name your money goals

Giving your goals (like an emergency fund) a descriptive name (like “dump grumpy boyfriend fund”) can give you a solid boost and make them feel more real. We love to see it, Sara!

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A graphic that says, “Finally paid off all my credit card debt, right before my birthday! Starting a new year out fresh.” — Monica from Atlanta, GA

Small win: Make a debt plan

Paying off debt is one of the most exciting wins we see here at Ellevest. Sign up for a debt workshop or book a session with an Ellevest money coach who’ll help you get there.

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This year, we’re thinking about how to practice wellness in all its forms — physically, mentally, and of course, financially. With 22 live classes daily and more than 5,000 on-demand workouts — like HIIT, yoga, pilates, barre, and so much more — obé offers endless ways to take care right now. Get started with a FREE one-month trial ($27 value)!** #EllevestPartner

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The science behind small wins

Small win: Bump things up

Small win: Advocate for yourself

Coming up this month

Small win: Name your money goals

Small win: Make a debt plan

Make wellness a habit with obé

Raising Elle online and off

Your first small win: Ellevest

Your first small win of 2021: Ellevest.

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