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Knowledge: You must have knowledge on your financial situation and the financial aspects that impact on it. Therefore, first of all educate or empower yourself about financial management in general, and secondly you need to know your own specific financial situation and needs. This you can do yourself by just reading books, newspapers and magazine articles on financial and related matters. The Internet is also one of your best sources of knowledge and empowerment.
Goals: This is where your own financial situation comes in. You might have long-term goals (saving for your retirement), medium-term goals (saving for a new car) or short-term goals (saving for a new TV set). Whatever your goals are, keep it realistic and needs-based. This would enable you to remain disciplined much easier.
Honesty: You need to be honest with yourself about your needs and your weaknesses; otherwise you will never be able to stick to a budget. Being honest with yourself means giving yourself a reality check. Face the facts. Only if you are honest about your shortcomings, will you be able to overcome them.
Discipline and self-control: Anyone can attain financial freedom. It is not about being rich, but about working sensibly with what you have. That way, you will be free of worry, guilt and fear. You will feel a great sense of achievement when you are disciplined where and when it is needed.
Compassion: Gaining wealth is a good goal, but money alone won't bring everlasting happiness. True happiness comes from using our resources – money, energy, or talent – to make a positive difference to the world around you.
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