Money Mentalist

05/06/2026

11 years ago, I made this video, SoulPod Movie, with the help of Tanya McQueen, and never shared it.

Fear, probably. Of being too much, or not enough.

Watching it back now, I'm really proud of it.

Yes, our logo has changed. Relationships and homes have changed. I even have a new labrador, Jett.

But what hasn't changed is the message.

I still believe every word I said. And 11 years on, I know with certainty what wealth means to me, and I've had the privilege of helping many clients work that out for themselves too.

So why share it now? Because something new is coming.

New videos. New conversations. Same belief at the core.

And keep an eye on our website, there's a new addition coming very soon.

28/05/2026

This is a lovely opportunity to take a bit of time for yourself and your finances.

On 18 June, I’ll be joining Dawn Toughey and Sarah Frost for a relaxed, practical session at the Rutherford Hotel in Nelson, sharing simple ways to feel more confident and in control of your money decisions.

If it feels like something you’d benefit from, you can register here:

https://ow.ly/shR650Z43lI

It would be lovely to see some familiar faces. See you there!

NELSON SEMINAR

On Thursday, 18 June Forsyth Barr Nelson is hosting a practical seminar designed to help women feel more confident, in control, and clear about their financial future.

During this complimentary seminar, our three speakers Lynda Moore, Dawn Toughey and Sarah Frost, will provide practical insights and actionable steps you can take straight away.

Please register to attend at the Forsyth Barr Website: https://ow.ly/shR650Z43lI

Date: Thursday, 18 June 2026
Time: 10:00am - 11:00am
Venue: Rutherford Hotel (Heaphy Room) 27 Nile Street West, Nelson

21/05/2026

I’m pleased to be speaking at an upcoming seminar designed to help women feel more confident and in control of their financial future.

Money conversations can often feel overwhelming, but this session is all about keeping things practical, clear, and easy to apply in everyday life.

Financial Literacy for Smart Women
18 Jun 2026
NELSON: Thursday, 18 June 2026 at 10:00am

Join us for a complimentary seminar where I’ll be speaking alongside Dawn Toughey and Sarah Frost, sharing practical insights and simple steps you can take straight away.

📍 Rutherford Hotel (Heaphy Room), Nelson
🕙 10:00am – 11:00am

Register via the link below.

During this complimentary seminar, our three speakers Lynda Moore, Dawn Toughey and Sarah Frost, will provide practical insights and actionable steps you can take straight away.

21/05/2026

🎶❄️ Celebrate the season with an evening of music and community! ❄️🎶

Join us for Sounds of Solstice — a magical winter concert featuring the talented Māpua Community Choir, Māpua School Choir, and special guest soloists.

📍 Māpua Community Hall
📅 25 June 2026
🕡 6:30 PM

Enjoy an uplifting night filled with beautiful harmonies, winter spirit, and local talent.

💛 Suggested Koha: $5
⚠️ Limited seating available — come early to secure your spot!

Bring your friends, family, and festive spirit — we’d love to see you there. ✨🎵

18/05/2026

Friday afternoon looked a little different for me 😊

Instead of client meetings and spreadsheets, I spent some time filming new promo content for Money Mentalist, and it was such a good reminder that business growth often happens outside your comfort zone.

A big thank you to Snap Marketing & Grow Your Biz and Starr for making the whole process feel easy, relaxed, and genuinely enjoyable.

I’m really looking forward to sharing more of what we’ve been working on soon 💛

06/05/2026

Real talk from your Mot Girl 👋

I've been going back and forth on a big business decision lately. Some days I'm all in. Other days? Not so much.

And if you've ever updated a spreadsheet 50 times trying to feel more certain—you'll totally get it.

But here's what I've realised: these moments aren't just about money. They're about which version of you is making the call.

I wrote about the whole thing on the blog, and honestly, it felt good to put it into words.

Struggling with a big business decision? Lynda, your trusted accountant in Motueka, shares how to move past fear and choose with clarity and confidence.

24/04/2026

April 25th, ANZAC Day

Lest We Forget.

24/04/2026

Let me share to you a real and relatable look at how money can quietly impact relationships—especially when life feels more expensive and uncertain.

The couples who navigate this well aren’t the ones with perfect budgets—they’re the ones who talk, listen, and stay on the same team.

Because money stress doesn’t have to divide a relationship. With the right conversations, it can actually bring people closer 💛

There’s still a lot of noise going on right now about the economy. Add to that we’re heading into winter, so more heating needed, the rising cost of everything (it certainly feels that way), fuel prices, uncertainty, and it’s easy to get caught up in the stress of it all. Everywhere you look, ...

22/04/2026

School holidays often bring excitement for children—but for parents, they can also bring pressure around time, energy, and finances.

In this article, I, your Mot Girl reflects on how school holidays can become an unexpected opportunity to teach children about money in a simple, natural way. From setting boundaries around spending to involving kids in decisions and conversations, it’s about helping them understand that money is something we manage—not something that endlessly stretches.

The goal isn’t to create perfect holidays. It’s to create meaningful ones, where kids learn valuable life lessons without even realising it.

👉 Read more below for practical, real-life ways to approach money during the holidays.

Teaching kids about money during school holidays. I don’t have to worry about school holidays anymore. There was a sense of relief when my daughter no longer needed holiday programmes. I didn’t need to juggle working with her plans with friends and most of all the guilt I felt when I relied on o...

17/04/2026

My rainy Saturday reflections