Article

How To Avoid Money Stress

Topic: Stress ManagementFeaturing Michael AtmaPublished February 18, 2008

Legacy signals

Legacy popularity: 1,130 legacy views

Anyone that has ever experienced money stress knows that worry and anxiety can quickly overrun your life if it isn't dealt with quickly and effectively. n nFinancial pressure is one of the biggest killers for your health, happiness, relationships and peace of mind. So just what can you do to avoid this in your life or change it if it's happening to you right now?nnWhen finances become strained it puts tremendous strain on your health, happiness relationship and peace of mind. In fact, it’s one of the biggest reasons that couples get divorced today.n nHere are some handy tips to keep your cash flow high, keep your life in balance and enjoy long-term stress relief from financial pressure.n nSpend Less Money Than You Make.n nIf you make $1000 per week then learn to live off $700 (70%) and save the rest. When you have saved enough then invest your savings in something that will help you build long term wealth (i.e. property).n nGet Out of Debt n nDo everything you can to not get into consumer debt. If you can’t afford to pay cash for something you want, then save up for it until you can buy it outright. You’d be amazed how little money you can get by with if you stay out of debt. n nStick to a Budgetn nDo up a budget so that you know exactly how much money you need each week to get by on and then stick to it like glue. If you must treat yourself to items that you really don’t need then make sure you pay cash for them. Otherwise forget about it until you can afford to buy it. This includes treats and luxury items.n nSee a Financial Advisern nIf you don’t have a financial plan for the future then you’re doing yourself and your family a great disservice. Wealth rarely happens overnight. Without a plan your finances are left to the fate of the Gods and your spending habits. Who knows where that will get you? n nIncrease Your Financial Knowledgen nIt’s like anything in life if you want to improve you have to learn new skills and then practise them. While it’s good to seek professional advice about finances it’s even better to learn how to do it yourself. There’s a ton of books available written by people who have already mastered financial success. The more you learn the less anyone can cheat you from your hard earned cash.n nLive a Life of Prosperity Thinkingn nYou either think in terms of lack or prosperity. Whichever you give the greater focus to is what you will attract into your life. Catch your limited or negative thoughts about money and then replace them with thoughts of abundance. n nHere’s an affirmation that helped me through some tough financial times and took me from earning $20 per hour to $200 per hour in just 6 months; “I love money, money loves me and I am a money magnet!”n nFinal Thoughts on Money and Stress Reliefn nOne of the most valuable commodities you have is time. Some people have plenty of time and little or no money to enjoy their life with while others have tons of money and little or no time. The real secret to living a relaxed lifestyle is to have the balance of plenty of time and plenty of money. n nTo Your Great Life and Health!n