I just had an unfortunate reminder through the national media that in spite of recent upward trends, certain pressing conditions remain that require my comment. There's a lot of crazy stuff going on right now that you can read about in Today's News, and it is awful.

For instance, people out of a job are resorting to wacky methods of gaining some quick cash, things that could give them just a little more security than they're looking for - like Maximum Security. It's a reflection of these tough economic times, and the constant news about the rise in crime and abundant general misfortune can really bring you down. In fact, it can be downright debilitating if you let it.

So what do you do when it looks like the world's going a little cuckoo? Keep your eyes on your own paper. You know what I mean: mind your own business. If you're looking at how desperate other people are, you're not likely to keep an optimistic attitude. So turn off the news a little earlier and turn on your faith in humanity... your faith in yourself. Do those little things that keep your inner light shining, and count the number of things that are going right. It's like when you're behind the wheel of a car - you're always going where you're looking. So look up. You'll be amazed how far a decision like that will take you.

3 Things You Can Hold Onto

Sometimes when things look tough, it can feel like you've got rope burns on the palms of your hands. When it seems like that knot's getting pretty frayed, there are a lot of things you can do to keep yourself in line and living like a fat cat. Here are 3 of them.

   1. Set Goals - Now, some people think goal setting is a lengthy process, something that's maybe 6 weeks to get through, or requires some goal setting manual that weighs like a brick. Nevermind all that. Just write down 3 to 5 things you really, really want in the next 3 months. Put a date on it. Take a look at your list a few times a day. Your activity will pull you toward reaching these goals and carry you over any bumps in the road along the way.
   2. Have A Reason Why - Give yourself a motivating force to drive your activity. It's not enough to say you want two million dollars. Know clearly what you intend to do with it, and let this reason stir you inside. When you're hungry enough for it, you'll find a way to get it.
   3. Diversify Your Source of Power - Don't put all your eggs in one basket. Have more than one job skill. Speak more than one language. Invest in more than one financial vehicle. Enjoy more than one hobby. Even have more than one circle of friends. Diversify. The rewards will enrich your life. If any one aspect of your life gets upset, you'll still have all your other strengths, assets and options to rely on.


One thing that history has shown is the indomitability of the human spirit. That goes for you, too. So hang in there... especially when times are good!

Until next time,
JS
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