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How to Save Money with Buy Nothing Facebook Groups

Couponing 101

The Buy Nothing Project started as a form of hyper-local gift economy in which people give and exchange freely without the expectation of receiving anything in return. Joining a Buy Nothing Facebook group can be an easy way to save money while stoking your own giving spirit. For Buy Nothing groups to survive, giving is essential.

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Parenting Pointers: Parenting with Confidence

Motherhood Moments

You'll also be better equipped to teach your children essential social-emotional skills like empathy, self-regulation, and gratitude while making parenting more enjoyable for both you and your child. Her book, "Shut Up & Parent" gives parents the tools for managing their kids' daily behaviors.

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8 Ways to Inspire Children to Help Others

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Here are 8 strategies that will help you to inspire the children in your care, so that they feel motivated to help other people. A smile makes two people happy and it is such a simple thing to give away. Gratitude: being grateful for what we have makes us appreciate our lives and helps us to see ways in which we can help others.

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7 Simple Tips for Encouraging Your Kids

Couponing 101

Studies suggest that setting goals may help increase motivation, but it is also good preparation for life. When your child does something well, give sincere praise. We’ve all probably received insincere praise and gratitude, and it doesn’t feel great. You know how good it feels to check items off your to-do list.

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Meet a Reader | Midwest Andrea

The Frugal Girl

Easiest: Giving up things that don’t align with my personal values. Similarly, I really appreciate the posts on contentment and gratitude, and often re-read those for motivation. __ Andrea, it was lovely to meet you. If $1000 was dropped into your lap today, what would you do with it? Put it towards mortgage overpayments.