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14 years ago 0 +0 / -0 125

I think I agree with everyone money doesn't buy happiness but it can sure help. I know I would be a lot happier in the bahamas right now!

14 years ago 0 +0 / -0 30

I save in a jar and put my change in there! Every couple of months the family counts it up and we decide if we want to do anything or save it again for the next couple of months.

Money would make things easier..but I think the wife and kids would spend and shop and we wouldn't keep close as a family..just my opinion of course..i like the way things are and teaching the kids not to take things for granted..I started teaching them the value when they were really young and they had a paper route....let me tell you they didn't spend their money quite as fast as they spend mine..

It keeps me focused to add to the change jar and keep the family afloat...

14 years ago 0 +0 / -0 6252

Ashley

I couldn't resist answering this and I did try. Money may not buy happiness but it can buy a lot of piece of mind for those who have never had enough, as any one trying to live on a disability pension can tell you. The only ones it doesn't work for are those that have always had too much, for them it means nothing. Throw out the TV and buy a DVD player. I get my movies at the library, here there free and there are no anoying comercials. (Actually I watch them on my lap top). I disagree about the fitness club. If you can't get motivated to exercise at home why would you do it any where else. It is possible to shop till you drop and never buy more than a coffee and a donut. If you can vacation, by all means do it. I would love to cross Canada by train. And when it comes to spending if you can afford to buy stuff you don't really need then, small more often is better than big and borring. After all once you've shown it off what do you do with it. You can always give it away, so with that in mind buy something some one else would like.

Davit.

14 years ago 0 +0 / -0 11212

Both of you make very good points.

Money can lead to a lot of stress and even relationship trouble.

Do any of you have any money management tips that have worked for you in managing money stress?

Ashley, Health Educator

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14 years ago 0 +0 / -0 23

Money doesn't buy happiness but not having it can cause lots of anxiety. I wish I had the money to do something like that. Most of my anxiety is because of arguments about the lack of money. Not being able to do the things we NEED to do, much less the things we would LIKE to do.

14 years ago 0 +0 / -0 5

Hi Ashley,

I completely agree with this article. Sometimes, small simple things can boost our mood.

I think points 1 and 2 are the most true. Sometimes just putting some makeup makes me feel so sure of myself, so beautifull and so cool, nd I feel that I enjoy my day !!! As for the trip, wish I could do it more often...

Money is not the only way to have happiness but it can help a lot: without money we cannot travel right? be we can buy cheap makeup ;)

14 years ago 0 +0 / -0 11212

Members,

An interesting article was found on msnbc news today. The article discussed money and happiness. Clearly money cannot buy happiness and often spending will only lead to temporary joy and possibly even further depression if you feel guilt about your purchases. The article did however give tips on how to spend your money to get the most bang for your buck, in terms of happiness. If you are thinking of treating yourself and doing a little shopping here are some of their tips:

Buy a vacation instead of a spa treatment: Although the price is more; researchers say that the effect on short term and long term sense of wellbeing is far greater than any amount of spa treatments. Getting away from your normal routine and environment has positive effects. The change in perspective you may gain could change the way you view the world forever and leave a lasting effect.

Buy makeup instead of clothes: It is true looking good makes you feel good. But you do not have to get a whole new wardrobe sometimes a new tube of lipstick will do the trick. Plus, you can use the lipstick everyday while an outfit you cannot enjoy as often.

Upgrade your bedroom instead of your living room: You can’t put a price tag on a good night’s sleep. Sleeping well greatly affects your mood and overall wellbeing. You may want to impress your guests with a nice new couch but in the long run that new mattress or sheets will have a more positive effect on your mood.

Get a gym membership instead of equipment for your home: Working out with friends adds to the motivation and social aspect of working out. If you find working out more fun you will be more likely to commit and feel it is worthwhile.

Buy a gift for your friend instead of yourself: Being generous always boosts the mood. Think about that magazine and fruit smoothie you bought; wouldn’t it have been so much sweeter if that money was spent on a surprise for a friend or family member? Not to mention charities; you can get a warm glow from knowing you are helping those in need

Members, what do you think about money and happiness? What do you think about the information in this article?

To read more please visit: http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/32801201

Ashley, Health Educator

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