Going green. That has the perfect money sound to it, doesn’t it? And while there are definitely financial tips that can help you save money and the earth, I’d prefer we focus on the resourceful nature of going green. Being sensitive to our natural resources is about understanding the finite nature of…well, nature. You need to view your financial life the exact same way.

There are several ways in which you can be more financially resourceful, and in turn, improve your life. Think of all the different ways in which we are not resourceful. Our garages and basements are filled with things we don’t need, use, or want. If this storage hassle gets too out of hand, we turn to renting storage units. We pay other people to store things we don’t need, use, or want! In many instances, it’s important to take a step back from our lives, and try to evaluate our habits and consumption decisions. Do you have a closet full of clothes that you aren’t using? Get rid of them. While you may or may not make any money in the process, you will de-clutter your life. There’s something to be said about this. The less stuff you have, the less stuff you will feel like you need. You will start requiring all of your possessions to have a purpose. This means that every future purchase will be measured by this same metric. How will this item impact my life? Will it just end up in the closet and sit there for a decade? Let’s hope not.

The more resourceful you are, the less you will waste money. The less money you waste, the more money you will have for your real financial priorities.

For more information and tips from Pete the Planner, please visit his website, check out his radio show, watch him on TV, or take a look at his new column in the IndyStar.

And, don’t forget, as faculty or staff of Butler University, you have FREE access to all of Pete the Planner’s financial resources from GreenCandy.com!

This site is the comprehensive home to all of Pete the Planner’s financial wellness guides, videos, worksheets, calculators, and all other resources needed to make significant financial change.

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