The Money Whisperer®: Marielle Higler, Marielle Higler

Archive for November, 2010

Love and money, divided you fail

My daughter in law enrolled this fall in the masters program at Bainbridge Graduate Institute, taught online except for three days per month when the students come together at Islandwood on Bainbridge Island as well, for intensive, interactive courses. Last week we attended BGI’s open house there. What a beautiful combination: BGI with its thoughtful, [...]

He who turns his back to the crowd stands at the head of it

He who turns his back to the crowd often stands at the head of it  (old Chinese proverb) What is the point of all the Holiday shopping and sharing? Why do we bother? What do we want to accomplish with all those gifts and stocking stuffers? When did the Holidays spirit turn into a dangerous [...]

I can resist anything but temptation

I can resist anything but temptation Oscar Wilde Aahh, temptation and the many ways we will justify it in the coming weeks: I love being part of that holiday crowd I love the rush of holiday shopping My loved ones deserve it It feels good to be generous ‘t Is the season I love and [...]

Make this a priceless Holiday Season

Many people feel exhausted, physically and financially spent and overdrawn after the Holidays. The stress is relentless, the schedules have been on overload for weeks. Why do we do that? Who tells us to celebrate by spending money like mad? What is in it for us? Wouldn’t you rather live the Holidays in good spirit, [...]

Free software to visualize your money strategies

The Holiday season is approaching. “Black Friday” is on your radar. The perfect excuse to shop till you drop without remorse or feelings of selfishness. This is for the loved ones after all. They deserve it. You are ready to find the best deals, the lowest prices, the most original presents. The guest list and menu [...]