For those of us learning the way to financial serenity and solvency, the envelope system teaches prudence, patience, and perseverance. You can only spend what you have.

Always protect yourself. Every woman, no matter what her age, romantic or marital status, should have a bank account in her own name.

I learned a priceless lesson and one that everyone can use today - it's never the amount of money we have or haven't; it's always the amount of fear we have to wrestle with to make it through the day.

Sarah Ban Breathnach Quotes