Dear Readers: Whelp, we’ve probably known about it for a while, and we just don’t like to face it or talk about it: debt. The average American has anywhere between $40,000 and $90,000 in total debt, many experts agree.
Debt can come from many sources, but a big reason for all of this debt is our relationship with money and how it connects with our emotional well-being. People suffering from anxiety, depression and/or untreated trauma can misuse money. This can include overspending, gambling and avoidance of legitimate debt and payments that are due. Steps to help? Here are a few:
— “Self-care” is a term we’re hearing a lot now. You must take care of yourself. Get enough sleep, but not too much. Get up and get out of bed every …
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