Where Did My Money Go? 5 Mindful Ways to Regain Control of Your Finances

You don’t have to be bad with money to feel lost in it. Most of us were never really taught how to manage finances in a way that fits real life. That’s where mindful money practices come in — and no, they don’t require giving up coffee or creating a 19-tab spreadsheet.

Try these 5 reset strategies:

1. Review the last 30 days. Look at what you actually spent — not to judge, but to understand. Clarity first.

2. Name your 3 “non-negotiables.” These are the expenses that bring you joy or peace — keep them. Cut from the rest, not from your life-giving things.

3. Give every dollar a job. Use a zero-based budget, even loosely. Every dollar should know where it’s going.

4. Automate something. A savings transfer, a bill, a donation — start small. Automation builds momentum.

5. Check in weekly. 10 minutes every Sunday. Light a candle, grab a notebook, and reconnect with your numbers in a judgment-free way.

Financial confidence isn’t about restriction — it’s about clarity and consistency. You’re allowed to start now, exactly where you are.