How to become financially successful during the pandemic
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Pandemic 101 taught by a survivor

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Due to circumstances out of most people’s control, life, as we know it, has been seeming like a nightmare. The ever-growing challenges of day to day life has forced some to adapt while a majority seem overwhelmed. At some point, we ask one another will life ever return to the status quo. Hectic circumstances indeed were facing to keep up with not just the ever-growing changes of the 20th century but a fight to adapt to an ever-changing economy. As political instability and financial aid seemingly doesn’t look to be enough. What should we do next?

The routine

Any athlete would tell you life isn’t a sprint. It’s actually a marathon because the short term progress allows for long term success. Creating these races daily and continuing to succeed may seem unnatural, but muscle memory is the gift that keeps on giving. As the wind is on your back, each stride allows you to seemingly slice through adversity effortlessly. All of us don’t have the luxury of being an athlete nor the physical attributes, but to our surprise, this only makes up 20%. The other 80% is mental fortitude or knowledge. This means finding what routine works best for you and repeating it over & over until it becomes second nature.

Discipline

This is what separates the kids from the adults. Yes, rather than assuming gender normalities such as boys to men or girls to a woman. We have to understand how the dynamics of children to the parents closely affect success. Children tend to have a natural aloofness that causes them to only pay attention to a task they deem as necessary. This may seem like human nature, but it’s not. As a parent, some may characterize you as a role model, even a hero. Meaning you fulfill your responsibilities, big nor small. A role that may seem marginal but takes upmost discipline to do successfully. This dynamic is a pivotal part of success. Parents aren’t allowed to quit their job. Having a short-term memory because all days aren’t good days. Some situations can cause stress and grief, but having the composure to diligently continue working is the best cure.

Preparation

“Knowledge is power said, somebody” Now, that was embarrassing. Imagine if I managed to deliver a quote without taking proper preparation. I would be ill-informed or even lack the ability to succeed because I failed to do the research. Thirsting for the knowledge to continue to get better no matter the situation. An overqualified client is always better than an underprepared one. Identifying the tools at your disposal to enhance your expertise. Always looking to get better rather than settling or becoming comfortable.

Positivity

Laughter is the best medicine. Quick, what’s your favorite joke? I would ask why, because of the punchline or how you feel afterward? A scientist would say this chemical reaction was caused by endorphins, but I think the scope is broader. The importance of looking on the bright side changes any situation. Nobody has it totally figured out, but leaving room for the better and have the attitude to work towards it can make the difference.