I was historically turned off by the idea of “net worth“ since as you mentioned, it felt like ego or something that I didn’t really value or want to value. But in the context of financial health for purpose, it makes a lot of sense. I started tracking mine in order to have a scoreboard of paying off debt several years ago. I then continued tracking whilst building into the positive and seeing and “feeling” the wins that you mentioned. At some point, I stopped tracking it. I wonder if that’s partially the reason for financial backsliding that has happened. I know it has to play into it somewhat because I remember the direct impact of “what gets measured, improves…” and the positive energy I got from seeing progress at times, or facing reality at other times.
I love this post, and that photo of you and Jana! You make a great team.
Appreciate that! That condo project brings back great memories. We’ve been learning, building, and growing together ever since.
I was historically turned off by the idea of “net worth“ since as you mentioned, it felt like ego or something that I didn’t really value or want to value. But in the context of financial health for purpose, it makes a lot of sense. I started tracking mine in order to have a scoreboard of paying off debt several years ago. I then continued tracking whilst building into the positive and seeing and “feeling” the wins that you mentioned. At some point, I stopped tracking it. I wonder if that’s partially the reason for financial backsliding that has happened. I know it has to play into it somewhat because I remember the direct impact of “what gets measured, improves…” and the positive energy I got from seeing progress at times, or facing reality at other times.
So well said. Net worth is just awareness in numbers. And awareness always drives progress. Appreciate you sharing this.