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Column by Michelle Singletary

The last several months have been difficult, which has led to a relaxation of the typical micromanagement of my financial affairs.

Health challenges and grieving over several deaths within my circle of family and friends sent me into a bit of a depressive state. After finishing work, I was so mentally drained that I went to bed early, too exhausted to handle certain financial tasks.

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