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Why Financial Wellness Deserves a Spot on Your New Year's Resolution List

A recent reports that millennials consider money to be their top stressor. Managing money can be overwhelming, but you have the power to take control of your money and flip the script on your finances, and you can do it this year.Here are a few reasons to embrace financial wellness in the new year and beyond.

1. It Reduces Your Financial Stress

Stress about your financial situation can lead to poor sleep, loss of focus, and decreased productivity. That’s why financial wellness is such a powerful mantra to consider as we head into the new year. Through financial wellness, you can take a holistic view of your finances and come up with a plan to reduce your debt, increase your savings and enjoy time spent doing more of the things you love. Seems legit, right? 

2. It Makes You More Confident About Your Money

Financial wellness can empower you to feel good about the financial steps you’re taking and the life you’re creating for yourself. Pro Tip: Take advantage of Summit’s by browsing the Money Smarts Blog posts to pick up useful tips for managing your money, or even talking to a Summit financial expert to kick up that confidence even more. Whether it’s creating an emergency or trying your hand at (yes, really!), they can help you come up with a plan that’s realistic for your lifestyle and budget. This year, it is more possible than ever to equip yourself with the knowledge you need to make smart money moves with ease.

3. It Allows You To Live Your Best Life

Want to launch a business? Get married? Start a family? Go back to school? Financial wellness can fuel you in your journey to live your best life. These milestones won’t happen overnight, but financial wellness will help you develop the right money habits to get you there. Every day you’ll get a few steps closer to your goals, and it’ll feel AMAZING. Give it a try and share your experience on Instagram using #summitcreditunion or @summitcreditunion.Start your financial wellness journey today with our , and talk to your employer about bringing an to your workplace. You might also be interested in Each Holiday season brings a chance to give back to our communities and those in need. While we all want to give back, we at Summit also get that you may... Aren’t we lucky to live in a state with four seasons? (Yeah, yeah, we know, ask us again in mid-February). And autumn is so pretty with the beautiful leaves... Women worry about money. According to a recent study, 79% of women feel weighed down by money and job stress1 and another study found women are more likely... Are you struggling to come up with the perfect New Year’s resolution? Here are three great reasons why focusing on your finances should be a priority this... Simple, everyday choices can reduce consumption and our impact on the environment. Learn ways to be more eco-friendly…and your spending at the same time... The holidays can be stressful & that’s why it’s important to prioritize your self-care. Use these tips to reduce stress without draining your bank account... Caring for your furry friends can add up! Learn how to manage the costs of owning a pet & unwanted expenses without compromising on quality for your animal... As you prepare for this new chapter of your life as a parent, make sure you are saving to cover the costs of having a baby with our financial planning... You know regular exercise and smarter eating will make you look better, feel better, and get you in shape for your high school reunion (ok, not the best...