We’ve all heard the phrase, “Money can’t buy happiness,” but we’re not completely convinced. I’m Mike Proctor, and today we’re talking about how you can actually buy a little extra joy.

One easy way to get more satisfaction from your life is by outsourcing one or two things that you really don’t enjoy. Whether that’s laundry, mowing the lawn, or general household cleaning—you can pay a little money for someone else to take it off your plate.

No matter where you fall on the financial spectrum, doing these chores probably takes away time that you could be spending with your family or on doing things you love. In an article Jeff Haden wrote for Inc. Magazine, he referenced science that shows how spending just a little bit of money on outsourcing can generate a lot more life satisfaction.

A financial planner can help assure you that spending money on outsourcing tedious tasks is possible and a good thing. With a financial planner, it’s easy to take a look at your financial trajectory and how well you’re balancing your present with your future. It’s important to remember that any money you have left when you die is money you could have used to get more satisfaction from your life on earth.

One way I outsource is by having my done laundry done through Eastridge Cleaners in here in Wichita, KS. They pick up my clothes, wash them, dry them, fold them, and drop them back off at my house. Laundry has never been something I enjoy, so I’m glad I no longer have to worry about taking care of it myself—plus, now I have more free time to spend with my kids.

Our team of life-centered financial planners really cares about what you get out of life, and we’d like to meet and discuss your current situation. Click below to schedule a meeting, and we’ll see you soon!