The term Golden Handcuffs is often used to describe a financial incentive that keeps an employee from leaving a company. The employee is locked into such a sweet high paying position that they simply can’t afford to leave. However, this term can be applied to your position in life as well. Escalating Expenses When most people get high paying jobs and start earning a lot of money, the first thing that they will do is increase their standard of living to match their new wage. The new flat screen television, the recent model car, the larger house, and the expensive hobbies all start rolling … [Read more...]
How to Stay Happy When Stuck Indoors This Winter
For those of us living in colder climates, the winter season means shorter days, freezing weather, and being stuck inside the house for long periods of time. It is easy to get depressed with the lack of sunshine and time spent outdoors, especially if you are the type of person who loves the summer. If you live in a chilly climate and can’t afford to spend six months in the Bahamas instead, here are a few tips that will help you enjoy the winter season: Open the window for five minutes. Although it is freezing inside, if you keep the house sealed up the air inside will become stale and … [Read more...]
Want a Great Holiday Survival Strategy? How to Take Criticism like a Champion
One of the hardest things in the world can be to receive negative criticism on something we have done. No one wants to feel like they have done something wrong and hearing someone talk about our faults and mistakes can make us very frustrated and discouraged. However, criticism doesn’t have to be so bad when you approach it with the right attitude. In fact, when you think of it in the following way, it can actually benefit you positively and help you improve. Here is how: Separate yourself from what is being criticized Whenever we put our time and effort into doing something or creating … [Read more...]
