Lessons from the Oregon Trail: Personal Finance Principles

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Episode 3283:

Jana draws parallels between The Oregon Trail and real-life money management, showing how every choice with our finances impacts long-term outcomes. By blending nostalgia with practical advice, she highlights the importance of preparation, balance, and smart decision-making to successfully reach financial goals.

Read along with the original article(s) here: http://www.budgetsaresexy.com/oregon-trail-guide-to-personal-finance-what-happens-next/

Quotes to ponder:

"You could spend $200 for 200 pounds of food at Matt’s General Store, or you could buy fewer pounds and stretch your resources further."

"One wrong move could mean death, or at least a very unpleasant journey."

"In the end, the goal was to survive long enough to make it to Oregon, hopefully with your whole family intact."

Episode references:

The Oregon Trail Game Online: https://classicreload.com/oregon-trail.html

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