Doctor Bonnie

Obviously, the kind of refinancing I’m talking about here has nothing to do with banks or mortgages or money – and everything today with emotional investment and the kind of pay-off that you can expect to get. Of course, investing in your relationships shouldn’t be done strictly for the benefits that you will receive – we want to build and foster the strongest bonds possible so each person can benefit – but it’s a simple fact that the more you put in, the more you will get out! For many of us, this becomes difficult to do when our lives get busy and we attempt to juggle the day-to-day pressures of life, work, family, school, kids, etc. That’s why now is as good a time as any to commit to re-connecting with those who are important in your life.

I’ve talked a bit before about how to discuss financial changes and cut-backs with your kids, and I want to focus on the positive outcomes that can be born out of these potential shifts in lifestyle. One thing I often tell people is to focus on re-finance their relationship, as well as their wallet. Wouldn’t your kids – or your family, or your significant other rather have you home for dinner than – say – the newest gadget? We can turn financial adversity into opportunity by feeling more loved and connected, and by shifting our focus to our relationship for mutual enjoyment, if we learn how.  Just because we lost our way financially doesn’t mean we have to lose our way to each other or to our children! In fact, getting back on track can also provide an amazing opportunity to re-prioritize our lives.

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