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Introducing the Imagine Money Map
Hi Friends,
Have you ever opened your banking app and wondered…
“Where did all my money go?”
You’re not alone.
Most people think they need a bigger paycheck.
More often, they simply need a better map.
For the past few months, I’ve been thinking about one question:
Why is saving money so hard?
I don’t believe it’s because people are lazy or bad with money.
I think it’s because no one ever taught us how to see where our money is actually going.
So over the next few weeks, I want to introduce you to something I’ve been developing…
The Imagine Money Map
The Imagine Money Map isn’t a budget.
It isn’t another complicated spreadsheet.
And it isn’t about making you feel guilty every time you buy a cup of coffee.
Instead…
It’s a simple way to understand where every dollar is taking you—so you can decide if it’s leading you where you really want to go.
Because here’s something I’ve learned:
Every dollar has a destination.
If you don’t choose it, your habits will.
This Week’s Challenge
We’re not starting the Money Map just yet.
First, I want you to prepare.
Here are three simple things you can do this week.
1️⃣ Find Your Tracking Tool
Choose something you’ll actually use.
It could be:
• The Notes app on your phone
• A small notebook
• A spreadsheet
• A budgeting app
Don’t overthink it.
The best tracking system is the one you’ll stick with.
2️⃣ Start Paying Attention
This week, don’t change anything.
Don’t judge your spending.
Just begin noticing it.
Awareness is always the first step toward change.
3️⃣ Think About Your Destination
If your money had a purpose…
What would it be?
Graduating debt-free?
Studying abroad?
Buying your first car?
Building an emergency fund?
Helping your family?
Write it down.
Your destination matters because every map needs one.
Next Monday…
I’ll show you the four destinations every dollar travels and how The Imagine Money Map can help you save more, spend with confidence, and build the future you imagine.
I have a feeling this may become one of the most valuable financial habits you’ll ever learn.
Until then…
Pay attention.
Notice your spending.
Dream a little about your future.
We’ll build your map together next week.
Have a wonderful week!
Warmly,
Sherri Ross
Founder, Imagine Scholarships
P.S. Big things are happening at Imagine Scholarships! In the coming weeks, I’ll also be sharing exciting news about our partnership with Red Kite and some incredible new tools that will make finding scholarships—and planning how to pay for education—even easier. Stay tuned!