FINANCIAL FREEDOM

With job security falling and the cost of living soaring, worrying about the economy is understandable.  Instability seems to be the rule of the day, and this is something that the human nervous system detests.  We like predictability because it makes us feel safe.  

What is a spending freeze? It’s when you freeze your spending. Or more to the point, you don’t spend disposable income, whether it’s for a day, a month, or longer. A spending freeze is an excellent way to find out where your money has been going and it can go straight into your savings account once the exercise is done. 

Although we all deal with some form of financial stress, we should recognize the purpose of our body’s stress response and understand the negative ramifications of any form of stress.

Financial problems are one of the leading causes of stress for the average individual, with over 70% of people listing it as their number one cause of stres

If you find yourself in a difficult time financially, you might want to downsize your life to lead a more frugal existence.

Financial hardship can make you feel like the walls are closing in and there’s no escape in sight. This situation evokes the urge to panic. However, panicking has never been an effective approach to problem-solving. 

Finding yourself in a tough financial spot stinks, but it isn’t unusual. People occasionally find themselves struggling to balance many financial responsibilities, surprises, and more, and when this happens, it can feel especially frustrating.