Saving for a rainy day doesn’t always spark motivation. That’s why in this episode, I introduce the concept of the Side Eye Fund—a money stash that empowers you to say “no thanks” to toxic jobs, burnout, and financial fear.

If traditional emergency funds haven’t inspired you to save, this episode will reframe what savings can mean for your life. It’s not about disaster prep, it’s about options.

I'll share how my clients use the Side Eye Fund to build financial peace on their own terms. Whether you want to walk away from a draining job, take an unpaid break, or support a loved one without stress, this episode will help you start saving for the life you actually want.

You’ll also hear a real-life example from a client working toward her $24,000 fund goal and why slow, intentional saving beats hustle and sacrifice.

Listen to learn how to build a savings system that puts you in control of your choices…

[00:36] Why I want you to have options, not just budgets

[02:04] What a Side Eye Fund is and why you need one

[06:14] Rethinking the traditional “emergency fund”

[08:45] What the Side Eye Fund allows you to do in real life

[10:30] A client story: growing a $24,000 Side Eye Fund

[13:35] How to start your own Side Eye Fund today

[15:22] Why you don’t need a crisis to start saving

Tune into this episode of Money Files to discover how a Side Eye Fund can give you the freedom to walk away, say yes to yourself, and save without fear.

Get full show notes and the episode transcript: https://wealthovernow.com/emergency-funds-are-out-side-eye-funds-are-in/

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