How did you celebrate when you hit certain financial goals? I will most likely close the year with over a million in savings and I’d like to celebrate this in some small way.

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It depends on what you enjoy and what you value.

When I hit a new milestone, I buy myself a new FUNKO Pop! figure. When I hit 3 months for my emergency fund, I bought a Joan Jett figure to go along with the Freddie Mercury figure I already have. I keep them in my work area to remind me to remain authentic, fight for what I think is right, and use my voice for good.

It doesn’t need to be a big thing, but it has to have meaning for you.

Congratulations on your milestone!

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That is so cute!!! I love it!

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We went to get a nice dinner when we reached that milestone! Congrats - the first one is the hardest one

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