The Financial Diet: A Total Beginner's Guide to Getting Good with Money

The Financial Diet is a personal finance guide for beginners who want to improve their relationship with money. It covers practical tools for budgeting, understanding investments, and managing credit, drawing on advice from various experts. The book addresses common financial challenges including overspending, student debt, and living on an entry-level salary. Beyond banking basics, it explores how financial wellness connects to everyday choices—from clothing purchases to dining habits to relationship dynamics around money. Topics covered include negotiating a raise, building a budget-friendly kitchen, discussing money with friends, creating and maintaining a budget, home maintenance, and understanding how to invest. The guide aims to help readers develop better financial habits over the course of a year.