Tag Archives: emergency

401(k) contributions

Posted on June 7, 2025 by msw blog

Should I pause my 401(k) contributions and divert the money to an emergency fund? If you don’t save for emergencies and a major financial shock occurs — and it will — you’ll probably rely on debt to bail yourself out. … Continue reading →

Posted in Reflections | Tagged 401(k), budget, contributions, credit cards, debt, emergency, financial emergency, money, retirement | Leave a comment

School Safety: Declare a Lock Emergency

Posted on June 20, 2023 by msw blog

I love the op-ed section of the paper. I believe we all need to write at least one letter on something we’re passionate about in our lifetime. In saying that, I applaud this reader. Re: “Seattle Schools upgrades locks, posts … Continue reading →

Posted in Reading | Tagged children, death, emergency, gun-safety laws, lock down, lock replacement, locks, outdated, Public Schools, school shootings, time managment, unlocked classroom, upgrades, vulnerability | Leave a comment

Tiny Homes: Dignity for Unhoused

Posted on June 18, 2023 by msw blog

I love the op-ed section of the paper. I believe we all need to write at least one letter on something we’re passionate about in our lifetime. In saying that, I applaud this reader Re: “The story of Seattle’s homeless … Continue reading →

Posted in Charity, Reading | Tagged advocacy, community, dignified, emergency, family, food pantry, homeless, homeless shelters, housing, op-ed, opinion, political, problem solving, social services, subsidized apartment, tiny homes, unhoused | 3 Comments

Get Your Emergency Fund Together

Posted on April 8, 2023 by msw blog

Bad things happen. These bad things are a matter of “when,” not “if.” If you own a car, it will need repairs. If you have a pet, it will get sick. If you have a corporeal form, you will need … Continue reading →

Posted in Reflections | Tagged budget, emergency, emergency fund, expense, finances, financial situation, financial values, finical advisor, goals, income, inflation, money, priorities, repairs, resolutions, savings, savings account, unexpected | 5 Comments

Stress

Posted on February 13, 2023 by msw blog

Stress is basically a disconnection from the earth, a forgetting of the breath. Stress is an ignorant state. It believes that everything is an emergency. Nothing is that important. Just lie down. Natalie Goldberg

Posted in Reflections | Tagged breathe, copying skills, disconnect, disconnection, emergency, emotions, exercise, kindness, life, mental health and wellness, mindfulness, nature, nervousness, parenting, relaxation, self-awareness, stress, thoughts, worry | 3 Comments

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