Managing Money: What We Can Learn from Buddhism

buddha Managing Money: What We Can Learn from BuddhismThis is a guest post by Mark Hooson

MANAGING your finances is generally an exercise in self-discipline; it involves setting yourself rules and sticking to them. Perhaps we can learn a thing or two from the ancient religion of Buddhism when it comes to creating our money mantras.

There are approximately 300 million Buddhists around the world and they all subscribe to a way of life that encourages being mindful …

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You Are an Extraordinary Survivor

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We often underestimate our strength to survive difficult and even life-threatening situations.

We are all survivors.  We all face challenges and threats that we live to tell about.  Some situations are more extreme than others, but we all have skills that enable us to fight to stay alive and thrive.

You may not be aware of your capacity, but trust me, it is there.  You

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Rise Out of Adversity: Every Birth Is Painful

celebratingman Rise Out of Adversity: Every Birth Is Painful Experiencing adversity?

Every new beginning involves a struggle.  When we are born, it is an amazing thing, but it is also a fight.

If you are going through a hard time right now, then I want to offer you some encouragement to help you get through it.

Remember the proverb that says, “This too shall pass.”  And when it does, you will be stronger.  You will have a new chance …

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5 Things to Make Your Marriage Last Forever

coupleplaying1 5 Things to Make Your Marriage Last Forever Want your marriage to last?

Marriage is never going to be without trouble.  No matter how compatible you are, tension is going to rise eventually.

You need to expect it and prepare yourself to deal with it.  Learning how to effectively handle conflict in your marriage is probably one of the key factors in determining whether or not it will last.

Couples that can handle stress and arguments avoid building …

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Is Your Life Too Small for You?

modelhouse Is Your Life Too Small for You? Are you bored and frustrated with your life?

If so, then chances are you are living too small of a life.  Your potential is great, but you are stuck in a place where you can’t use it.

You are making choices that are too limited and small for yourself.  You need to think bigger.

You might be doing this out of fear or just because you don’t realize your full …

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How to Survive the Double Dip Recession

treasurybill How to Survive the Double Dip Recession Are you prepared to survive a double dip recession?

There is some pretty good evidence that a another recession is looming.  It may or may not happen, but the prudent person will examine their finances and prepare for it anyway.

You might ask, “What can I possibly do?”

This is the voice of the helpless.  These are the people that will be standing in the unemployment line wondering what …

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Goals Wake-Up Call: This Year Is Two-Thirds Over

onething Goals Wake Up Call: This Year Is Two Thirds Over What goals have you accomplished this year?

This is a wake up call.  The year is two-thirds over already.  It is hard to believe, but it is true.

Are there important targets that you have yet to hit?  If so, then it is time to get busy finishing up your goals.

What resolutions did you commit to at the beginning of the year?  Do you remember?  I’m not here to …

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