While
im flipping
thru this
mth's issue of Her World Mag, I saw this article, which I find it very interesting and wants to share with all of you.
Base on Karen Pine and Simonne
Gnessen, who authored the book, titled,
Sheconomics. In the book they mentioned that a woman's attitude towards money is shaped by emotion rather than thought. So, by recognising these emotions, you'll be able to shop and save better.
To help you identify your sentiments about money, try taking the following test:
Circle/Take down the words that apply to you when you are making money decision.
ANGER Fury
Jealousy
Resentment
Irritability
Hostility
Rage
Annoyance
FEAR:Denial
Dread
Anxiety
Apprehension
Terror
Edginess
Panic
ENJOYMENT:Happiness
Relief
Contentment
Pride
Thrill
Gratification
Satisfaction
DISGUST:Contempt
Scorn
Indignation
Disrespect
Revulsion
Abhorrence
Aversion
SHAME:Guilt
Embarrassment
Remorse
Humiliation
Awkwardness
Regret
Contrition
You'll probably find most of the words clustered around one or two of the above headings - these are your core money emotions. If your selections mainly fall under ENJOYMENT, you are generally comfortable and satisfied with the money matters. If you have circled any of the others, here's what you can do to let reason - not emotions - rule the way you spend.
ANGER: This can happen when you are angry with yourself (for making bad investment decisions for example) or with others for their bad money habits (like a husband who fritters away both of your hard-earned incomes). Feeling angry could lead to comfort spending.
Do This: Nver make any money decision in this emotional state. Find a way to claim yourself down first, like going for a walk or calling a friend. The delay will give you a better perspective.
FEAR: Your fear of dealing with money matters could stem from an experience of losing money or having seen it happen to someone close to you.
Do This: Take a good, hard, look at your financial situation and make necessary changes. Develop a system to reduce your expenditure so you'll feel more secure about the money you have, or find out how to save better.
DISGUST: You might have been conditioned by your parents or
religous teaching to associate money with
negetive attributes like greed or arrogance.
Do This: Identify your negative beliefs about money. Ask yourself if these assumptions are fair (for instance, not all rich
ppl are greedy and arrogant) learn to develop a more balanced view.
SHAME: If you often ashamed of your lack of financial
know how, you could shy away from discussions that prevent you from learning about money matters.
Do This: Make a commitment to share something about your finances that you would normally keep to yourself, such as the value of your property, with trusted friends. Engage in open discussions about money and
dont be afraid to ask. That way, you will experience and learn to appreciate the advice and support from others.
Sheconomics, $20.95
(before GST), is at all major bookstores.
Having said all, which category you belongs to? Needless to say, mine...mostly belongs to the ENJOYMENT category...haha....like I always confessed....by getting a good bargain, always makes me thrill and satisfied....Never buy on
impulse...as you are likely to regret your buy after some time.
