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Travis Shelton 9/17/25 Travis Shelton 9/17/25

Where Does It Go?

An interesting question was recently brought up in a group conversation. "Where do you want your money to go when you die?

Travis Shelton 9/16/25 Travis Shelton 9/16/25

Easier to Just Stay At Home

Can I just be frank and tell you I'm terrified? Yeah, it would definitely be easier just to stay at home. If I were to stay home today, there's zero chance I could fall flat on my face and face a giant embarrassment.

Travis Shelton 9/15/25 Travis Shelton 9/15/25

Permission Granted

My inbox and phone have been flooded with messages over the past few days. People are struggling with all sorts of emotions right now. One particular message hit especially hard.

Travis Shelton 9/14/25 Travis Shelton 9/14/25

Noisy But Quiet

Hundreds of people flowed in and out of the shop, but at the same time, it felt empty. As one of our baristas put it, "noisy but quiet."

Travis Shelton 9/13/25 Travis Shelton 9/13/25

If My Life Ended Today….

"If my life ended today, what would I have to show for it?" That's an intense question! How would you answer?

Travis Shelton 9/12/25 Travis Shelton 9/12/25

Not Throwing It Away…..Today

Every ounce of me wants to lash out. However, doing so will require me to throw away any and all influence on many people's lives.

Travis Shelton 9/11/25 Travis Shelton 9/11/25

Few Words

Travis Shelton 9/10/25 Travis Shelton 9/10/25

My 8, Her 1

When we're having an 8, 9, or 10-type day, there are countless people around us who are having a 1, 2, or 3-type day. Do we deserve to be treated like dirt? Of course not!

Travis Shelton 9/9/25 Travis Shelton 9/9/25

Leaving a Gift For Future You

This is the mind-bending part about our financial lives. Every decision we make impacts two people: Current us and future us.

Travis Shelton 9/8/25 Travis Shelton 9/8/25

Ugly Scoreboards

On the very first play of the game, he threw an interception that was returned for a touchdown. In a matter of five seconds, they were losing 0-7. Ouch!

Travis Shelton 9/7/25 Travis Shelton 9/7/25

Make It Hurt a Little

His face immediately formed a look of disgust. "Why would you just give them away?!?! You could have gotten at least $600 for them!!!"

Travis Shelton 9/6/25 Travis Shelton 9/6/25

Happy Curation

Travis Shelton 9/5/25 Travis Shelton 9/5/25

From the Ashes

One of my friends experienced something beyond horrifying. They've been through it all, and somehow stand upright on the other side of it. I can't even imagine the amount of pain they've endured.

Travis Shelton 9/4/25 Travis Shelton 9/4/25

Carving a Path

According to society, our younger generation is screwed.

Travis Shelton 9/3/25 Travis Shelton 9/3/25

Say No to Guilt

Do you ever make financial decisions out of guilt or societal pressure? If yes, that means you're human. If no, that means you're lying......or a robot.

Travis Shelton 9/2/25 Travis Shelton 9/2/25

Subtraction By Addition

Clients often look at me cross-eyed when, after ranting for 15 minutes about the importance of simplifying our finances, I introduce the idea of setting up a bunch of savings accounts.

Travis Shelton 9/1/25 Travis Shelton 9/1/25

Being Stupid

I gotta admit, having some of your closest friends and family call you "stupid" is a hard pill to swallow.

Travis Shelton 8/31/25 Travis Shelton 8/31/25

Exceptions

It's so easy to look at certain expenses and roll our eyes. On paper, it doesn't make sense.

Travis Shelton 8/30/25 Travis Shelton 8/30/25

Deeper Than We Think

However, those who suffer on the other side of this coin typically suffer in silence. They often feel guilty, sometimes embarrassed, about not being able to spend money on wants.

Travis Shelton 8/29/25 Travis Shelton 8/29/25

Book It

Bill is terrified to spend money on things that matter to him. If he needs it (truly needs it), it's no big deal, done. However, whenever something veers into the want camp, especially if the price tag exceeds $100, he cowers.

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