Mimi Cirbusova
@meadowsweetmoney.bsky.social
Certified Financial Education Instructor® 💰| Host: Meadowsweet Money Podcast 🎙️| Published Illustrator 🎨 | Tarot Enthusiast 🃏 | Student of Astrology ♐️
“Too often, we can jump to “fix it” mode, or trying to brainstorm solutions without really understanding the challenge we’re facing; which leads us to implementing solutions that don’t actually solve anything or only put a temporary band-aid on the issue.”
Permission to clarify
When getting to the heart of the problem is the problem.
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October 5, 2025 at 8:23 AM
“Too often, we can jump to “fix it” mode, or trying to brainstorm solutions without really understanding the challenge we’re facing; which leads us to implementing solutions that don’t actually solve anything or only put a temporary band-aid on the issue.”
The noise of the world has become so deafeningly loud that I found myself in the dreaded doom scroll loop — bopping between apps on my phone throughout the day to simultaneously “avoid the news” and get micro-doses of the latest dystopian nightmare headlines in a flimsy guise of “staying informed”.
Permission to get cozy
Taking back my attention from the algorithms.
open.substack.com
September 23, 2025 at 1:47 AM
The noise of the world has become so deafeningly loud that I found myself in the dreaded doom scroll loop — bopping between apps on my phone throughout the day to simultaneously “avoid the news” and get micro-doses of the latest dystopian nightmare headlines in a flimsy guise of “staying informed”.
There is a power in recognizing that buying ≠ taking action.
New sneakers won’t make you go to the gym more often. A new outfit won’t make you apply for that higher paying job. New face serum won’t make you set boundaries with your mom.
New sneakers won’t make you go to the gym more often. A new outfit won’t make you apply for that higher paying job. New face serum won’t make you set boundaries with your mom.
July 30, 2025 at 10:25 AM
There is a power in recognizing that buying ≠ taking action.
New sneakers won’t make you go to the gym more often. A new outfit won’t make you apply for that higher paying job. New face serum won’t make you set boundaries with your mom.
New sneakers won’t make you go to the gym more often. A new outfit won’t make you apply for that higher paying job. New face serum won’t make you set boundaries with your mom.
A word that helps is “wanty”. As in, I’m not feeling “needy”, but rather that I just WANT things.
It identifies spending triggers early on. My “wanty” feelings today were stemming from agitation and frustration, and I was at least able to prevent any regrettable or forgettable $$$ decisions.
It identifies spending triggers early on. My “wanty” feelings today were stemming from agitation and frustration, and I was at least able to prevent any regrettable or forgettable $$$ decisions.
July 29, 2025 at 9:21 PM
A word that helps is “wanty”. As in, I’m not feeling “needy”, but rather that I just WANT things.
It identifies spending triggers early on. My “wanty” feelings today were stemming from agitation and frustration, and I was at least able to prevent any regrettable or forgettable $$$ decisions.
It identifies spending triggers early on. My “wanty” feelings today were stemming from agitation and frustration, and I was at least able to prevent any regrettable or forgettable $$$ decisions.
In the latest podcast episode, you’ll get to hear a money mentoring conversation with one of my Patreon supporters that is experiencing a recent job loss, and dreaming of a future where they can finally start saving.
Unemployed and struggling to save with Casey (Real Money Chat)
Meadowsweet Money Podcast · Episode
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July 23, 2025 at 9:58 PM
In the latest podcast episode, you’ll get to hear a money mentoring conversation with one of my Patreon supporters that is experiencing a recent job loss, and dreaming of a future where they can finally start saving.
New podcast episode inspired by all the ways we lie to ourselves in order to feel safe:
Money lies
Meadowsweet Money Podcast · Episode
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June 24, 2025 at 12:18 PM
New podcast episode inspired by all the ways we lie to ourselves in order to feel safe:
In my last pottery class, I made this tarot card holder. Really hoping it turns out so I can glaze it. Kinda thinking a rainbow of underglazes for the lettering, with a white glaze over top?
June 22, 2025 at 4:07 PM
In my last pottery class, I made this tarot card holder. Really hoping it turns out so I can glaze it. Kinda thinking a rainbow of underglazes for the lettering, with a white glaze over top?
If you’re tired of hearing the same regurgitated quotes about money mindsets, this episode is for you:
What nobody says about money mindsets
Podcast Episode · Meadowsweet Money Podcast · 06/10/2025 · 28m
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June 11, 2025 at 1:06 PM
If you’re tired of hearing the same regurgitated quotes about money mindsets, this episode is for you:
The annual hurricane cake had been made. I have no real decorating talent, but I do enjoy this tradition.
June 1, 2025 at 6:42 PM
The annual hurricane cake had been made. I have no real decorating talent, but I do enjoy this tradition.
My current embroidery project is a kiddo sized denim jacket. I’m going for a jungle theme with a Lisa Frank color palette.
May 23, 2025 at 12:15 PM
My current embroidery project is a kiddo sized denim jacket. I’m going for a jungle theme with a Lisa Frank color palette.
Really lucking out lately in my thrifting search for natural fiber clothing. Manifesting all the cute second hand linen and cotton clothing!
May 16, 2025 at 5:14 PM
Really lucking out lately in my thrifting search for natural fiber clothing. Manifesting all the cute second hand linen and cotton clothing!
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Happy 🦂 full moon 🌝
Transformative & Healing Scorpio Full Moon
YouTube video by astrologer mackenzie
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May 12, 2025 at 3:31 PM
Happy 🦂 full moon 🌝
Thrifted this cotton caftan today, and it’s just so perfect!
May 6, 2025 at 6:36 PM
Thrifted this cotton caftan today, and it’s just so perfect!
I get at least a dozen emails a month that are clearly written by AI to try to entice me to invite some random person on my podcast.
How is this effective? I really don’t get it. I always reply with a straightforward “No”.
How is this effective? I really don’t get it. I always reply with a straightforward “No”.
May 3, 2025 at 12:51 PM
I get at least a dozen emails a month that are clearly written by AI to try to entice me to invite some random person on my podcast.
How is this effective? I really don’t get it. I always reply with a straightforward “No”.
How is this effective? I really don’t get it. I always reply with a straightforward “No”.
“In a society that continuously devalues and downplays artists, it’s a rebellious act to slap that name badge on yourself and walk around proudly with it.”
Permission to be an artist
Honoring the truth of who I am.
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April 30, 2025 at 9:16 PM
“In a society that continuously devalues and downplays artists, it’s a rebellious act to slap that name badge on yourself and walk around proudly with it.”
Taking a ceramics class this summer and I could not be more excited!
a woman in a blue floral dress is saying " potters get potting "
ALT: a woman in a blue floral dress is saying " potters get potting "
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April 17, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Taking a ceramics class this summer and I could not be more excited!
More photos of the embroidered denim jacket project are in this post:
Permission to prioritize pleasure
In my feel-good era.
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April 16, 2025 at 3:29 PM
More photos of the embroidered denim jacket project are in this post:
The final result! My hand-embroidered jacket (thrifted for $5) is ready for wear into the world.
April 13, 2025 at 1:14 AM
The final result! My hand-embroidered jacket (thrifted for $5) is ready for wear into the world.
The stitching part of the process is done, which means it’s time for some handwashing. I can’t wait to see it all dry and ready to wear.
April 11, 2025 at 12:17 PM
The stitching part of the process is done, which means it’s time for some handwashing. I can’t wait to see it all dry and ready to wear.
I can’t stop myself from stitching! I’m so close to the finish line too. Only have the sandhill crane to complete.
April 10, 2025 at 2:49 AM
I can’t stop myself from stitching! I’m so close to the finish line too. Only have the sandhill crane to complete.
Life lessons from watching senior citizens play high schoolers in local community theatre.
Permission to subvert expectations.
If you wanna be cool, follow one simple rule...
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April 9, 2025 at 1:31 PM
Life lessons from watching senior citizens play high schoolers in local community theatre.
Not very many orchids survived this last summer and hurricane season. But this one did, and bloomed full out this morning.
March 31, 2025 at 5:38 PM
Not very many orchids survived this last summer and hurricane season. But this one did, and bloomed full out this morning.
One more Opera to go. I’m ready to get back to deep work on projects that have been on the back burner.
a black and white photo of a kitten hanging from a bed .
ALT: a black and white photo of a kitten hanging from a bed .
media.tenor.com
March 30, 2025 at 3:25 AM
One more Opera to go. I’m ready to get back to deep work on projects that have been on the back burner.
My first ever attempt at sourdough discard crackers. Extremely simple recipe that makes me feel better about being too busy to make a loaf of bread.
March 20, 2025 at 6:32 PM
My first ever attempt at sourdough discard crackers. Extremely simple recipe that makes me feel better about being too busy to make a loaf of bread.