I Just Won The Lottery…Now What?

Winning the lottery seems like one of those impossible dreams that will never come true.  However, those lucky enough to win often find their financial issues magnified exponentially.  Many of us are still learning how to manage our considerably average finances.  Learning how to handle millions of dollars is a premise...

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Avoid Becoming Sick

Sep 01, 09 Avoid Becoming Sick

Posted by in Family Matters, Soul-Survival

As the number of swine flu cases grows, many people are worried about the possibility of a pandemic.  The possibility of a terribly destructive flu season is warranted.  This strain is resilient and adaptable.  In addition, the loss of productivity because of sickness is typically in the billions.  Many of us cannot afford to...

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5 Resume Tweaking Tips for a Recession Proof Job

In an economic climate where most individuals are worried about future employment and job security it makes sense to upgrade your skills and make yourself more valuable within your industry and work force. It is also a good time to evaluate your long term future and to map out a strategy to enhance your employment security and...

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Relieve Recession Stress With A Few Simple Exercises

Aug 16, 09 Relieve Recession Stress With A Few Simple Exercises

Posted by in Soul-Survival

Stressing too much over finances can cause you to feel as if you’ve been working 80+ hours a week – especially if you’ve been laid off, running low on cash, or just stressing over the mere idea of losing your job. At such difficult times, the wise thing to do would be to decrease your stress levels as much as you...

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Second Chance Banking

With the recession raging, many people have found themselves in either short-term or long-term financial trouble.  Unfortunately, these troubles can haunt you across many aspects of your life. Too many people do not realize that there are ways to navigate around these financial obstacles.  Be it bad checks, credit debt, or lack...

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Well Within My Means

Jul 13, 09 Well Within My Means

Posted by in Budgeting, Saving, Soul-Survival

Like many Americans forced to confront new economic realities after the near collapse of our financial system, I have been learning to live within my means.  While most economists are lamenting the fact that most Americans have picked the worst economic crisis since the Great Depression to learn fiscal responsibility, it is hard...

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