Money Moves, Quiet Power

She reviewed her budget in silence, numbers lined up with intention instead of fear. Financial planning has been shown to reduce stress and increase feelings of control over one’s life, especially when goals are written and tracked regularly (Netemeyer et al. 70).

Each decision reflected acceptance of her present situation and commitment to her future freedom. Research also shows that financial stability is strongly linked to improved mental well-being and long-term life satisfaction (Diener and Biswas-Diener 120). This was not about wealth alone. It was about power, clarity, and choosing herself with every thoughtful step.

Works Cited (MLA)

Diener, Ed, and Robert Biswas-Diener. Happiness: Unlocking the Mysteries of Psychological Wealth. Blackwell Publishing, 2008.
Netemeyer, Richard G., et al. “How Am I Doing? Perceived Financial Well-Being, Its Potential Antecedents, and Its Relation to Overall Well-Being.” Journal of Consumer Research, vol. 45, no. 1, 2018, pp. 68–89.