Author: Rosie Mowat
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Would you rather….?
Photo credit : Pixel photos Whilst waiting for the anaesthetic to kick in at a recent appointment my dentist was interested to learn about my work as a financial coach and financial wellbeing champion. This then reminded her about her ongoing slow-burning task to find an IFA to discuss investing. She confided that by the…
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Sustainable habits
Q : How does a financial coach have a spending spree? A: With great difficulty, especially when they have set themselves a sustainability challenge! Back in 2019 when I was living on an island in the north of Scotland, having easy access to lots of shops and whilst working full time (for the first time…
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Your past mistakes nourish your future

Image: Temple Woods, Midlothian on a sunny crisp late March day. I’m writing this following a really cool morning I spent yesterday, deep in the woods of all places. Now, I should say this is not typically my go-to place. I was there as I was supporting a friend and fellow business owner who was…
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Get out of your own way!
Image credit : Pixabay. I’ve been working with a brilliant client who was grappling with a dilemma recently but struggling to take any meaningful steps forwards. My observation was that this was largely due to being caught up in a spiral of negative thoughts, completely stuck and unable to move beyond them. This reminded me just…
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Back to blogging

If you find yourself dreading firsts and feeling pulled to staying within your comfort zone (hello procrastination!) then this one’s for you. Join Rosebud in this blog written a few years back now but that still holds true.
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Ostriches and elephants

Are you avoiding your finances or facing them with confidence? In this Rosebud Financial Wellbeing post, explore how awareness and compassion can help you stop burying your head in the sand and build a healthier money mindset.
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Emotional money

Explore the emotions behind your relationship with money. This Rosebud Financial Wellbeing post looks at why feelings play such a big role in financial decisions and how awareness builds confidence.
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Under the spotlight

Feeling exposed when it comes to money? Discover how to move from self-criticism to self-compassion and learn to see your financial story in a kinder, more confident light.
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Priceless thoughts

How much space do money thoughts take up in your mind? This gentle reflection explores mindset, self-worth and the value of noticing how your thoughts shape your financial wellbeing.
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And so I wrote this blog…

An honest reflection on why talking about money matters. Rosie shares what inspired The Rosebud Blog and how open conversations can help women feel more confident with their finances.