Net worth is supposed to be the gold standard of financial progress. Add up everything you own, subtract everything you owe, and voilà—you get a number that supposedly reflects your financial health.
Grocery shopping feels like a rollercoaster lately. One week, you’re treating yourself to that fancy cheese you’ve been eyeing, and the next, you’re doing mental math over whether pre-cut veggies are worth the splurge. With grocery prices soaring in 2025, staying under budget is no small feat—but it’s not impossible.
There’s something deeply satisfying about pulling together a dinner that’s both easy and indulgent—the kind that doesn’t leave you frazzled, but still makes you feel like you pulled off something pretty impressive. Especially on a weeknight when your ambition level is hovering somewhere between leftovers again? and maybe I’ll just eat chips in bed.
