2 Simple Steps to Get Rid of Your Money Obsession
By David B. Bohl | December 4, 2007 | 5 Responses
I am often asked: “How do I let go of my obsession with money and instead focus on my quality of life?”
I answer this question in 2 straightforward steps.
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2 Simple Steps to Get Rid of Your Money Obsession
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December 4th, 2007 at 9:55 am
I honestly don’t know. I am married to an incredible person and we haven’t had children yet because we can’t afford them. Though I don’t obsess about money, and am blessed to live in the nexus, thinking about money makes me anxious. I am trying to use that as a motivator.
No matter what, though, being grateful for my spouse and our amazing relationship keeps me focused and balanced.
December 4th, 2007 at 10:37 am
Hayden,
Thanks for weighing in. I hear you loud and clear.
I believe that the anxiety that money causes in our lives is a direct result of our fears over economic insecurity. We’re always worried about what will happen tomorrow, not today. We’ve been conditioned to believe in the Slave - Save - Retire mentality (as coined by Tim Ferriss). That if we work really hard and sacrifice today, everything will work out in the end - eventually. The key is to feel secure in the moment, knowing we’re doing the right things, and not obsess about what things will look like in 5, 10, or 20 years.
David
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