My Smart Retirement

Are you spending your money in a way that makes you happy? We all know the saying, "money can't buy happiness". However, studies have shown that the way we spend our money really does impact our overall happiness. On today's show, we will be going over some spending principles and their impact on our life. A lot of people win the lottery only to find out they are still unhappy once they are rich. So, what is the secret balance? You can't just throw your money against a wall.  Buy more experiences and fewer things.  Buying that new pair of shoes or the latest TV model may make us happy for a little bit, but that feeling is usually fleeting. Spending money on experiences, whether you are traveling or trying a new restaurant with a loved one can be much more valuable to our hearts. Studies have shown we reminisce on experiences rather than things. This is a great way to build our relationships with one another as well.  Enjoy the small things.  Sometimes we need to find joy in the small things rather than the bi