I really enjoyed the video, surprisingly, after a long day at work. Dave is an animated speaker who makes so much sense in terms of tying money matters into God's word, common sense, and baby steps for change.
One of the points that resonated with me is as follows
"The fist is the international sign of anger or of a closed spirit. The open hand is a gesture of invitation and acceptance. I often see the closed fist in the area of money: a fistful of dollars tightly held so that those precious dollars never get away. Some people think if they clutch those dollars tightly enough, never giving, they are on the path to wealth. The real world teaches that the opposite is true.
The idea of holding money with an open hand might seem to violate common sense. We feel that if we don`t hold on tightly to our money and our relationships, they will slip away. I'm not saying literally hold your money with an open hand it represents our attitude toward money. When you give, you open yourself up. You allow the dollars to leave and the freedom to enter." Dave Ramsey
I realized, I have had a closed fist. I've been so afraid to lose or spend on things, and I have become cheap. Not giving as I should, but never hesitating to make a beeline for the clearance rack for something for me. Then being proud of my good deal. I am glad to have had my eyes opened to this and can begin changing it.
For those not familiar with Dave Ramsey, I'd recommend checking him out online to get idea of his teachings. His program is Christian based, and he also has worked with secular corporations and organizations all over the world. His frame of reference on money will give you a new perspective on the use of credit cards and cash. It seems that anyone, high or low income, can benefit from his program.
Want to get started and don't know where to even begin?
Here's a little clip featuring baby step 1.
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