inspiration Archives

Smart Money Management Part 5: Pay Off Debt Without Panic

Why Debt Feels Different When You're Solo Carrying debt on a single income is a different kind of pressure. There’s no backup paycheck, no financial partner to lean on—just you, trying…

Kari Lee - PIM Founder March 23, 2025inspiration, money-tips, Rebuild

Life After 45

12 Inspirational Quotes About Independence, Empty Nesting, and Life After 45

When I became a mother at 17, I made a choice—one that shaped my life in ways I never imagined. Instead of following the traditional path of marriage, I prioritized raising…

Kari Lee - PIM Founder March 18, 2025inspiration, Reflect

Legacy & Storytelling

How I Bought My First Home as a Single Mom—Even with a Lower Offer

In 2016, I was finally ready to buy a house. After years of hard work, juggling two full-time roles at my job while also going to school full-time online, I had…

Kari Lee - PIM Founder March 14, 2025inspiration, money-tips, Reflect

Life After 45

Living with Purpose: How to Align Your Actions with Your Core Values

Are You Living on Autopilot? You wake up, grab your coffee, scroll through your phone, work, run errands, maybe watch a show, and then—poof—the day is gone. Rinse and repeat. Sound…

Kari Lee - PIM Founder February 11, 2025inspiration, Reset

Empty nest survival tips – how to rediscover yourself after kids move out.

Life After 45

How to Stop Feeling Lost in the Empty Nest: 5 Ways to Rediscover Yourself

The last box was packed, the hugs were given, and suddenly, the house is quieter than it’s ever been. If you’re anything like me, you thought you’d be fine—after all, we…

Kari Lee - PIM Founder February 4, 2025family story, inspiration, Reflect, Reset

How personality tests can help you discover your true self and gain insights you’ll love.

Life After 45

Discover Yourself Through the Lens of Personality Tests

The post explores various personality tests, their significance in self-understanding, personal growth, and enhancing relationships. It presents experiences with different assessments like the 16 Personalities test and CliftonStrengths. Practical tips on leveraging results for personal and professional development are also shared, encouraging readers to select tests that align with their goals.

Kari Lee - PIM Founder January 18, 2025inspiration, Reset

Starting a YouTube channel at almost 50 – overcoming fears and embracing a new challenge.

Life After 45

Starting YouTube After 40? I Did It – But It Wasn’t Easy!

The writer shares their journey from introversion to pursuing a YouTube channel in their late-40s. Despite struggles with perfectionism and low self-esteem, they aim to preserve personal stories for their grandkids and foster connections online. The piece is motivational, encouraging others to embrace imperfection and take actionable steps toward their dreams.

Kari Lee - PIM Founder January 12, 2025earn income, inspiration, Reflect

Why Pilates is a great workout and how it benefits your body and mind.

Life After 45

I Fell Down the Pilates Rabbit Hole!

The author explores the appeal of Pilates, highlighting its benefits such as improved strength, flexibility, mental health, and community support. Diverse success stories challenge stereotypes about practitioners. Compared to traditional gyms, Pilates offers a low-impact, high-reward fitness alternative, making it ideal for individuals seeking a manageable yet effective exercise routine.

Kari Lee - PIM Founder January 9, 2025habits, inspiration, Reset

Life After 45

Habits to Start to Live Your Best Life In 2025

This guide offers practical strategies for making 2025 a transformative year, emphasizing mindset, goal-setting, reflection, self-care, and community building. It encourages daily affirmations, organizing spaces, and embracing challenges. By aligning habits with core values and prioritizing health, readers can foster personal growth and fulfillment throughout the year.

Kari Lee - PIM Founder December 31, 2024habits, inspiration, Reset

Life After 45

New Year, New Goals

It’s the last day of 2024. Have you been thinking about your resolutions aka goals? I have and am setting my sights super high. I created a worksheet to help me…

Kari Lee - PIM Founder December 31, 2024inspiration, Reset