Alina Burlacu

12 Days of Money, Mind and Meaning Debt is one of the most misunderstood parts of personal finance. Not because it is complex. But because it is emotional. For many people, debt does not just sit on a balance sheet. It sits in their core. It affects confidence, self-worth and identity. It whispers stories about failure, irresponsibility or being “behind”, even when those stories are not true. This is why debt needs both a practical plan and a mindset reset. Debt is not a verdict on who you...

12 Days of Money, Mind and Meaning Money conversations rarely fall apart because of numbers. They fall apart because money touches something far more personal. Power. Access. Confidence. Vulnerability. In relationships, money often becomes a tale of two halves. One person may feel confident speaking about money. They learned the language early. They are comfortable making decisions, comparing options, and holding responsibility. The other may feel unsure, excluded, or hesitant. They may never...

12 Days of Money, Mind and Meaning There is a quiet tension many of us carry when it comes to money. We are good at planning for growth. We think about goals, improvements, and what we want more of. We focus on moving forward. But we often avoid planning for loss. Not because we are irresponsible or careless. But because it asks us to sit with vulnerability. Taking deliberate action to put protection in place brings us face to face with questions we would rather keep at a distance. What would...