Economic Survival Kit

Economic Survival Kit

When our financial health hits a barrier in the road, causing us to skid out of control, how do we deal with the very real pain and injury? Having an Essential Survival Kit for tough economic cycles enables us to live a spiritually abundant life even when experiencing money problems. A kit must contain the following:

Vital relationships – Being linked to a caring community of friends and family is like a soothing ointment for the bruises of financial pain. Re-connect with old friends through the internet, phone calls, visits or letters. Join a church small group or club. People can help us sustain hope even when the situation looks bleak.

Emotional verve – Strong inner resources come from exposure to positive, life-enhancing books, films, music, art, hobbies, nature and friends. It’s like an immune system boost. Rid your world of brutality in films, angry music, sensational press and lurid sensuality; they drag us down, draining our ability to cope with life. A beautiful sunset and moonrise will happen tonight whether the stock market falls or rises. Find positive experiences to refresh your soul and renew your mind, and schedule them more often.

Spiritual alignment – Connection to the Creator of the universe will release His life and power for good in our lives. If you’re about to lose heart, see the original Heart Specialist for the transformation you crave. Receiving His forgiveness, seeking to know Him, and experiencing His plan through our lives, gives us a magnificent purpose beyond any temporary financial setbacks.

Financial reserves and levels – Tough times are more bearable if we have put aside resources for a rainy day. Regardless, the habit of economizing can be learned quickly when necessary. Face up to the need for a change of habits or lifestyle during financial stress; the sooner you take action to downsize your expectations, quicker the pressure is relieved. Challenge yourself to live at a less expensive level temporarily – and do it with the joy of a new accomplishment!

As in all of life, our perspective on our finances will expand or limit our choices. Material goods and wealth are a huge part of our lives, but they are not the only part. A spiritual dimension exists which allows us to see beyond the crisis of the moment, aligning our actions with long-term values. It’s easy to say “Don’t stress out; it’s just money;” but without deep spiritual values, materialistic priorities will derail us in these tough times. Focus on the spiritual dimensions of relationships, positive emotions and connection with God to heal the financial wounds. Affirming these positive spiritual values creates energy to solve short-term money issues.