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Six Tasks That Can Help You Feel Better About Your Money | Five Things I Wish I'd Known Before I Retired | What to Consider Before Choosing Alternative Investments Created for {EMAIL} | [Web Version]( April 3, 2024 CONNECT WITH KIPLINGER  [LinkedIn]( [Facebook]( [X]( [Building Wealth]( [Youtube]( [Building Wealth]( [SIGN UP]( ⋅ [WEBSITE]( [] Personal Finance [] [Six Tasks That Can Help You Feel Better About Your Money]( [Six Tasks That Can Help You Feel Better About Your Money]( (Getty Images) Financial management expert David Kimball outlines six tasks that can [improve your perspective on your financial health](. Even small and gradual changes can have a big impact on your situation and how you feel about it. 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