Money is a common source of stress

For many U.S. adults, their financial situation is a source of major stress because of rising expenses and debt. That also affect pesonal and work life.

✨ Recognize your triggers and spending patterns

Pay attention to situations that occur before you turn to spending money. Did you have a tough day at work or a tense conversation with a loved one?

✨ Open up to a trusted loved one

Consider sharing your money stress with someone you trust and who cares about you. It can help release your pent-up emotions, allow you to consider new perspectives and help identify possible solutions.

✨ Manage your emotions

“One of my patients would get anxious any time we talked about his income and expenses. He would get short of breath, have difficulty concentrating and feel a strong desire to talk about anything else.”

These tips can help:

# Name your emotions as they arise.

# Acknowledge that you are not your emotions.

# Remind yourself that they will pass.

# Try to replace negative thoughts with empowering ones. For instance, instead of saying, “I’ll never understand this stuff. I feel so stupid.”, try thinking, “This information is new to me, and I am learning.”

# Identify coping strategies that don’t involve money, such as breathing exercises, venting to a friend, or taking a walk.

# Set a time limit to work on your finances to avoid becoming overwhelmed.

# Take breaks to regroup. Exercise, listen to music, play with your children, or do another activity that brings you joy.

✨ Create a plan and track your progress

Having a plan for your money situation and keeping tabs on that plan can help lower your financial stress.

feat. Allyn Bailey

About the author: Daisy Auger-Domínguez

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