Many feel gloomy with concerns about the current economy, increasing gas prices, the war, foreclosures, and the challenges of doing more with less.
Everyone talks about recession depression.
Many worry as they now restrict their expenses including starting the morning at Starbucks.
Following my Friday television interview on Recession Depression, these are some key points to keep in mind as we deal with these challenges: 1.
Assess your situation: check your finances, check your needs, and create a plan to deal with this transition as you continue to build for the future.
Keep a positive perspective and avoid operating in crisis mode.
2.
Concentrate on the "here and now:" focus on positive solutions and create a two tier plan: one for the immediate future (the next ninety days) and one for the rest of the year.
3.
Go back to your schedule or plan as soon as possible: if you already have a plan for challenging times (congratulations!), follow the plan as you balance your needs.
If you didn't have a plan, draft one for the short term and write the main points for your long-term plan.
4.
Avoid making big changes: many people make drastic changes during a time that requires energy to stay focused rather than dealing with new challenges.
Make immediate changes that will support your dealing with tough times but avoid making big decisions at this time.
5.
Approach your trusted circle: many people isolate when they feel stressed and in the middle of a crisis.
Reach out to your trusted circle of business partners, colleagues, family members, and friends.
They, too, are dealing with challenging times.
Seek for support and potential joint opportunities.
6.
Establish significant relationships beyond your comfort zone: reach out for other opportunities by creating new alliances.
One phone call a day may add value to your expanding your opportunities in collaboration with new people who are also seeking new opportunities.
7.
Assess your intervention: see what works, and see what doesn't work.
Shift gears if you need to.
Plans are great blueprints but are not carved on stone, they are tools to guide and should be re-evaluated as you go.
As always, stay healthy.
Stressful times ALWAYS take a toll on our psyche: our intellectual abilities may become less sharp, our emotions may be all over the place, and our physical stamina may hurt.
Continue to maximize The Four Pillars of Biological Health to build your resilience.
Everyone talks about recession depression.
Many worry as they now restrict their expenses including starting the morning at Starbucks.
Following my Friday television interview on Recession Depression, these are some key points to keep in mind as we deal with these challenges: 1.
Assess your situation: check your finances, check your needs, and create a plan to deal with this transition as you continue to build for the future.
Keep a positive perspective and avoid operating in crisis mode.
2.
Concentrate on the "here and now:" focus on positive solutions and create a two tier plan: one for the immediate future (the next ninety days) and one for the rest of the year.
3.
Go back to your schedule or plan as soon as possible: if you already have a plan for challenging times (congratulations!), follow the plan as you balance your needs.
If you didn't have a plan, draft one for the short term and write the main points for your long-term plan.
4.
Avoid making big changes: many people make drastic changes during a time that requires energy to stay focused rather than dealing with new challenges.
Make immediate changes that will support your dealing with tough times but avoid making big decisions at this time.
5.
Approach your trusted circle: many people isolate when they feel stressed and in the middle of a crisis.
Reach out to your trusted circle of business partners, colleagues, family members, and friends.
They, too, are dealing with challenging times.
Seek for support and potential joint opportunities.
6.
Establish significant relationships beyond your comfort zone: reach out for other opportunities by creating new alliances.
One phone call a day may add value to your expanding your opportunities in collaboration with new people who are also seeking new opportunities.
7.
Assess your intervention: see what works, and see what doesn't work.
Shift gears if you need to.
Plans are great blueprints but are not carved on stone, they are tools to guide and should be re-evaluated as you go.
As always, stay healthy.
Stressful times ALWAYS take a toll on our psyche: our intellectual abilities may become less sharp, our emotions may be all over the place, and our physical stamina may hurt.
Continue to maximize The Four Pillars of Biological Health to build your resilience.
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