If there is a silver lining in today's economic cloud, it is that most of us are going to have to learn to live differently, and buy less stuff. No matter what bail out, or government stimulus happens next, what we do every day needs to be different.
So is it wrong to have a whole lot of stuff? Not necessarily, but when we constantly have to have stuff, we get ourselves into trouble. Thinking that way has contributed to this financial mess.
So how can we now help to fix this without withdrawing from our economy, returning to a Stone Age lifestyle, or waiting for congress to bail us out? A simple formula is to do more things as we can that are free, or almost free, creating more opportunity for our earnings to invest in the future.
I have created a list of ten things you can do that don't cost much, and that are not always about getting more stuff. Instead they can bring a balance to life, simplify, make you feel better, and enhance your life and the lives of others, no matter what challenges we face.
Use the library - Why not borrow a few books instead of buying them all? In visiting a library, you cannot escape feeling a sense of community - that you are your brother's book keeper.
Get to know Google - Every day I find some new thing that this search engine giant does that gives us all access to a world of business tools, and fun personal life enhancements like the ability to form groups, or see parts of the world as if you were beamed there. You can easily find free ringtones, or find and print out local coupons.
Explore free internet opportunities - If you'd like to make a little extra money, there are lots of ways to earn some cash on the internet for taking surveys, participating in advertising, or giving product reviews. A Google search will reveal others but be careful, like anywhere else in the world; there are some unsavory characters on the net.
Visit the parks - Turn off the TV and go walk your local parks. I suggest you visit all of your local parks and use them for their intended purpose. I guarantee you'll feel better physically when you make it a habit. If you happen to live around the ocean, a stroll on the beach can energize you, and so can a hike in the mountains.
Have a conversation with a friend - One of the real joys in life is to have more conversations with people who stimulate your own thinking, or who inspire you to do something new. If you don't have a lot of friends, try joining social groups. Social networking sites like Facebook, or online forums are good for meeting people and discussing all sorts of topics of common int
Develop strong, positive attitudes - Our personal values and attitudes drive our thoughts, and our thoughts drive our actions. Look for ways and people who can help you create positive and powerful attitudes. Start by setting some goals.
Take a nap - The 15 minute nap is a relaxing life luxury. For those who need more than 15 minutes make sure you recharge with some quality sleep when you can. There is plenty of info that proves the benefit of naps and getting more sleep.
Visit a Goodwill Store - Some may need to get over the stigma of going into one of those stores. But, this can be a lot of fun and support a good cause. You often find really good stuff for a small price. And if you have an eye for antiques, you just might score yourself a valuable item that has been overlooked by others.
Volunteer - Want to feel good and contribute to the community at the same time? Volunteer at whatever level of time you have to give. You'll be helping people out and often it can be the most satisfying thing you can do. Hospitals, churches and social organizations need people and skills, more now than ever.
Exercise and cultivate life energy - Exercise is something we all can do without setting foot in a health club. Walking, running, and swimming when balanced with activities like Tai Chi, Yoga, and Qi Gong can help you keep vitality in your life.
Free stuff often varies by location, so you can add your own items to this list. With a little bit of thought, you'll be amazed at what you find.
Greg is an experienced consultant, coach, trainer and internet marketer. He has been in senior management roles with two fortune 500 companies, and has been a consultant with his own consulting practice for 9 years. Visit this site to check out his newest free project where anyone can earn for their time on the internet: http://www.getpaidforwebtime.com
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