Hi Friends!

Thank you for stopping by my page for mpowered’s Move for Change fundraiser.

Those of you who know me know that I often stress about my personal finances. Student loans. Car loan. Bills. Dental shenanigans. Student loans. Did I mention student loans?

You probably also know how much I value exercise and fitness. I’m often out running, swimming, hiking, yoga-ing, or enjoying a sweet rollerblade sesh. Those activities allow me to relieve stress and stay healthy – physically, mentally, and emotionally.

I don’t take opportunities to be physically active for granted. It’s not accessible to everyone. If being active is accessible to you and you want to do more, I cheer you on! You can do it.

Here are some stats:

• Financial stress can cause increased workplace absenteeism and diminished workplace performance, causing potential job loss - thus continuing a cycle of financial stress.
• Financial stress causes physical and mental health problems like depression, anxiety, ulcers, digestive problems, high blood pressure, insomnia, cardiovascular issues, and more.
• Mental health illnesses and struggles are three times more likely to occur when an individual is in debt.
• 62% of Americans report being stressed about money.

I’m encouraging you to join mpowered’s call to Be Active. Be Generous. Be Well. We’ve got a great set of local activities lined up next month for those of you in the Denver Metro. I’ll be at some of them!

Your financial support helps us at mpowered continue to provide financial coaching services to folks to help them sort through the personal finance issues that are causing them to feel stressed and strained.

Thanks so much for your time!

Rachel