Is celebrating holidays worth it?

Lizzy and Lissa break down the hidden costs – financial and otherwise – of celebrating holidays. From traveling to visit family, to decking out your home with festive decorations, holidays can cost money. But the costs are not just financial—there are emotional and time costs too. Find out how you can celebrate meaningfully without breaking the bank or losing sight of what really matters during the holiday season! Main Topics 00:00 Introduction 00:59 Running the Numbers Segment 06:28 Personal Experiences 18:50 The Costs of Holidays 22:18 Managing Family Expectations 26:42 Stresses of the Holidays 31:06 Handmade Gifts 32:49 The Commercialization of Christmas 39:10 Decorations and Traditions 41:14 Our Favorite Holiday Traditions 44:03 20 Cents Segment References for Statistics https://finmasters.com/holiday-spending-statistics/ Co-Hosts Lizzy Marie, CAIA, is a strategist, alternative investments expert, and a founding partner of Pursuit Funds. Follow Lizzy: Instagram | TikTok Lissa Lumutenga, CFP®, AFC®, is a personal finance expert and content creator. Follow Lissa: YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | LinkedIn Credits ► Produced by Lizzy Marie and Lissa Lumutenga ► Artwork by Lizzy Marie ► Music by Lissa Lumutenga, Net Net Podcast “Theme Song” Talk to us Hit us up, let us know what you think: IS IT WORTH IT? 💸 DM us on Instagram: @netnetpodcast Email us at [email protected] Disclaimer This podcast is for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only, and should not be constituted as financial advice or any other kind of professional advice. Views and opinions are our own, and Net Net Podcast does not serve as a substitute for personalized financial guidance tailored to your specific situation. Remember to always do YOUR own research, consult a professional as needed, and feel empowered to make your own decisions!