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StitcherA present for you—from our hearts: a frugal holiday season! There’s no better way to celebrate than by enjoying the season without guilt. Plus, it’s much more meaningful to give something heartfelt rather than something you regret because it was pricey. In this episode, Jen and Jill will unwrap meaningful ways to celebrate frugally and offer mindset shifts to help you embrace the holiday season!
The best alternative to a stressful, expensive, environmentally-destructive holiday season is a simple one where you buy a whole lot less but actually give a lot more.
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This article by Simple Home Simple Life gives us a warm comfort of tips on how to have a holiday that’s simple, anti-consumerist, anti-stress, and more sustainable.
What Jen + Jill have to say:
With the holiday season approaching, it’s easy to worry about expenses overshadowing our celebrations. Jen and Jill remind us that the true magic of the holidays lies in the connections we make and the experiences we share, rather than in expensive gifts and decorations.
Therefore, Jen and Jill share tips for enjoying the holidays more frugally. Like, using natural decorations and sending personalized heartfelt letters instead of a bunch of store-bought ones. Jill adds that you can even create a cozy vibe with games and music, rather than focusing on expensive decor. They also suggest prioritizing what really matters by saying no to less meaningful commitments. And when it comes to gifts, consider thoughtful options like repurposed items or memorable experiences that will stick with people long after the holidays are over.
Gifts Wrapped from the Heart
More than just the usual gifts, Jen and Jill offer a different perspective on meaningful giving. Like considering giving the gift of learning through classes in hobbies like cooking or pottery, or opt for consumables like homemade cookies or soup that won’t clutter anyone’s space. And if you want a gift that never fails, your time is everything.
When it comes to physical gifts, you can accomplish two goals by supporting local artisans and choosing handmade items. Lastly, Jen advocates for eco-friendly wrapping, recommending recycled paper or fabric over commercial materials to reduce waste.
What’s something you’re doing differently this year from previous years?
Jen will be hosting this year and may invest a little in food, while Jill has decided not to do gifts at all and will instead focus on enjoying experiences and food.
Bill of The Week
Thank you Kathryn for sharing your bill about the buffalo bills stadium across the street from your chemotherapy bill!
Thanks so Much for Listening!
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I love listening to Jen, and Jill. Been listening to them since 2018ish time frame when I was going through financial shifts in my life with my family. Jen and Jill have really helped in giving me ideas what I can change, and improve on with my financial life goals that are now life long habits. Thank you ladies.
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