MONEY PART TWO

In a family or business agreement is made to cut expenses, but then someone buys an “extravagance.” This is extremely upsetting. What can be done to prevent this? There has to be a commitment and understanding to the greater purpose, not just my wants. Most of our discussion centers on how to, not the relationship. Center the discussion on how these actions will enhance our relationships.
Talk about what would happen if a new computer was purchase, but wasn’t really needed. Is this a violation of trust? If this happens, how should we respond? Can we respond without condemning the person, or making them defensive? What can be done to get them to behave in an appropriate way?
Unwise use of money leads to the deterioration of many relationships.

MONEY PART ONE

The economy is affecting everyone, especially in speeding up the breaking down of relationships. It is amazing how much of who we are is tied in to money. We have been discussing some of the ways we can handle this.
When times are tight there is basically two things you can do.
1. Make your current income go further by changing your expenses.
2. Increase your income.

About number 1, we are recommending that you join an online cash club that can possibly save you money. This is especially necessary at this time of year when everyone expects presents.
Join Cash Club here. At the moment it is totally free to join.

Start positioning yourself to take advantage of the many opportunities available to cut expenses and increase income.

We were discussing the other night the concept that success is built on relationships, not programs. People seem to often build their relationship on the premise that as long as you can do something for me, in other words, have value to me, then we can get along. But as soon as I feel that you have nothing to offer that benefits me, I won't be associating with you. That is not a healthy relationship. What do you think a healthy relationship would look like?