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Dear Mark,
How is it
that a ton of people around me seem to
advance in certain areas of life and I
am not moving anywhere? There seems to
be some kind of force field around me
keeping me from succeeding? Any insight
as to why this happens?
Pamela in
Tyler, TX
Dear
Pamela,
I know
what you mean by feeling like there’s a
force field around you keeping you from
succeeding. That has happened to me for
years. But that was before I had an
overhaul on my attitude. There was a
period in my life that I became
seriously depressed because I couldn’t
accomplish what I really
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thought I
deserved. But what I came to realize was
I was depressed because I was totally
focused on ME. Now I know you didn’t ask
me about depression but I am afraid that
is the next step in your series of
emotional turmoils. The bottom line is
the best way to overcome the spinning
wheel syndrome is to start at home.
What do I
mean by “The Spinning Wheel Syndrome”?
Glad you asked.
The
Spinning Wheel Syndrome is a state of
mind first of all. You first have to get
past this state of mind.
I don’t
know specifically what you feel like
your spinning your wheels about, Pamela.
But I do know that if you focus and
never stop pushing and fighting toward
your goal, you will eventually reach it.
You will find traction. Two more things:
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1. Do not
compare yourself with others. They may
have a different road to travel than
you. Your life is significant in its own
right. Live your own life. Don’t try and
live any one else’s.
2.
Whatever you do, do NOT fall into the
victim vacuum. That is the place where
every thing is “whoa as me” or “I can’t
get a break.” Or “why doesn’t anyone
love me?” Basically it is a very severe
and chronic case of being a whiner.
I would
keep pressing on and evaluating my state
of mind by asking what would be the
first obstacle I needed to overcome.
Then overcome it. After that, start the
next obstacle.
When you
start to see progress (and I did say
“when”) drop me a line and let me know
how it’s going.
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Dear Mark,
What is a good book or resource to
invest in to broaden one’s mind in the
area of finances?
Steve in Tucson, AZ
Dear
Steve,
Glad
you’re taking the step to take charge of
your money. Did you know that 70% of
America lives paycheck to paycheck. What
that means is one to two major events
would be a serious blow to the average
family; causing bankruptcy in many
cases.
Sure, I
would recommend any of Larry Burkett’s
resources. I’m a Christian so you’ll
find that all of his resources are from
a Christian perspective. It’s okay
though. It works for anyone who applies
it. Congratulations on your victory of
your money decision. Pick up the book
Debt-Free Living
-
Mark
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