When I went to register my daughter for a “Candy Corn Slime” event, I couldn’t believe the price.

And in that moment, I realized something: it wasn’t just about the money. It was about value, community, and the way certain places feel built for connection, while others feel like they’re built for profit.

In this Magnetic Microdose, Lena talks about:

The emotional difference between community and commerce

How discernment is an act of self-worth, not deprivation

Why we don’t have to say yes to every “fun” opportunity to stay in alignment

The quiet power of knowing when something is worth it — and when it’s not

Listen for a reminder that abundance isn’t about spending freely; it’s about spending consciously.

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