Attitude of Abundance

The news of an economic recovery is slow arriving leaving many of us asking questions what to do next. Though we may see our savings dwindling each day, it doesn't mean our shiny disposition needs to go with it. This is an excellent time to take stock of what is really important to us. Perhaps we will have to forgo the family vacation this year or the new fall wardrobe. Maybe even turn off those premium cable channels! With all this extra time we have at home saving instead of spending, why not delve into our inner lives to tap the wellspring of eternal hope and optimism?

Take a weekend and rummage through the garage, closets and drawers and you are likely to find years of treasures long forgotten. We don't always have to buy something new to feel that we are living abundant lives. Pull out the items you love and display them out in the open to remind yourself what a terrific life you have lived so far and plan to do more in the future.

Cutting back after so many years of living with a steady flow of money can seem depressing, but it doesn't have to me. This extra time you have can be used to develop and cherish good friends, which all know is a free activity and one that nurtures the heart and soul much more complete than a new iphone.