| Everywhere you look today you see articles about the | | | | spring cleaning. Clean and creative spaces bring out |
| poor economy and hear about others misfortunes. | | | | the best in us. |
| You, as others, may be feeling these misfortunes as | | | | Have fun: When was the last time you really laughed? |
| you look at your investment portfolio. We are all in the | | | | Watch a funny movie, play with your kids, play kids |
| same boat, watching the monies in our investments | | | | games with adults, or go to a comedy club. |
| take a slow swan dive, and hoping for a quick | | | | Engage in a hobby: Working with your hands is very |
| recovery or at least a lifesaver. | | | | satisfying. Brush off those skills or take a course. |
| I am not a financial planner but I do know about | | | | Read: This is another enjoyable hobby, but give |
| investing: investing in you! There is no time like the | | | | yourself to read something that will really give you |
| present to take a look at how you can invest in | | | | some pleasure, some knowledge, and/or some time to |
| creating the life you love; and some of these things | | | | relax. |
| may not cost a dime. When you think of an | | | | Find time for friends and family: Reach out and call |
| investment, you want to think of growth. So begin by | | | | someone. Schedule something. Send out cards! |
| asking yourself, Where do I want to grow as a | | | | Embrace the togetherness that only close ties can |
| magnificent person with a great life? | | | | bring. Surround yourself with high-energy friends and |
| Here are twelve random ideas for investing in yourself; | | | | family. |
| ideas that have worked for me and hundreds of | | | | Find a coach or mentor: This can help with some |
| clients when we want to dive into that pool of personal | | | | accountability and idea-sharing on reaching your goals. |
| growth and a satisfying life. Go for it! | | | | Dive into some personal or spiritual growth through |
| Relax: Give yourself permission to relax a few minutes | | | | reading or taking a class. This is a great way to |
| each day. Better yet, treat yourself weekly to a longer | | | | explore how you fit into this adventure called life. |
| relaxation or pampering session. | | | | Examine your expenses: This is a great time to reflect |
| Explore Nature: It is right outside of your door, very | | | | on how you are using your resources. Cut down on |
| rejuvenating and free! | | | | unnecessary expenditures. Make a game to see how |
| Get moving: Begin some type of exercise routine and | | | | much you can save. Gain control of your financial life |
| get those happy hormone endorphins engaged. | | | | instead of it dictating to you. |
| Eat nutritiously:Save money and calories by cutting out | | | | I challenge you to invest in you. This month, add at |
| the excess junk food. Eat more nutritiously and | | | | least one of the above ideas to your life or, if you can |
| experience those natural mood elevators. | | | | create an additional investment idea, then jump right in. |
| Remove the clutter: It is not too soon to begin the | | | | |