It may be the Season To Be Jolly, however; it may take more effort than one can muster when considering the state of our world.

The combination of stress and less daylight makes it easier to slip into a hibernation mode. Therefore, it is the perfect time to dust off the sneakers, dig out a cozy sweat suit and head out for a brisk walk, easy run or over to your local gym. In order to make the experience more like fun than work, invite a friend or two to join you.

As a Financial Advisor with a background in playing and coaching sports, I see the fundamental principles of physical fitness as a perfect fit with those of financial fitness. I speak to many women who now live alone, are unfamiliar with investing for various reasons, and are insecure about becoming actively involved in their finances despite knowing they should.

A great way to ease into the investment world is to join an “Investment Club”. In the same way that asking friends to join you for a physical activity adds that little bit of motivation, joining an Investment Club helps you become accountable and makes learning about the financial markets more fun.

I have experienced this with the Canadian Federation of University Women here in the Parksville/Qualicum Beach area. We are in the process of finalizing our Investment Club and our 14 members have learned a great deal whilst enjoying the camaraderie of others.

With December 22 just around the corner, we can look forward to more light of day.

My wishes for a wonderful holiday season and an inspiring 2013.

Louisa Zerbe
Financial Advisor
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