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Money is Time
Plus, practical tips for when it all gets a bit much
Emily Sheen
May 27, 2026
Hi everyone,
Here are some tips to help us make the most of the little things and manage overwhelm. Oh, and to lighten the mood, I’m also sharing a ‘hot’ new food trend: flammable cakes 🔥
If it’s been a tough week, I hope this gives you a boost.
Emily
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Money is Time
We all know time is money, but we somehow forget that money is also time.
“That $200 dinner? Five hours of your working life. That car upgrade? Four months. You stop asking “can I afford this?” and start asking “is this worth the hours I traded for it?”
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The Overwhelm Protocol
Feel like it’s all getting too much this week? My sister sent me this beautiful read and it’s packed full of practical tips for getting through tough times. I highly recommend.
Savour
A little something to feed one of the 5 senses. This week: taste.
Bored of Chaos Cakes? Try Burn-Away cakes. This latest trend asks you to set fire to a wafer layer at the top of the cake the reveal a hidden message below.
Thanks for reading!
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