Overcoming Envy and Greed

Thought for today: Greed and envy work against our recovery.  They tell us that we don’t have enough – that life is a “zero-sum game” in which we must claw our way to the top, taking what we can. This limited thinking leads to compulsive debting,  gossip, stealing, manipulation and many other defects of character.  It proves that we […]

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“Envious Me”

Thought for today: At times we all feel envious.  Most people get beyond the feeling and move on with their lives.  There are some challenges for the compulsive debtor to do that. It’s especially hard for under earners to get beyond envy.  Whenever they meet someone with a happy life, more material possessions, compliant and bright kids, and so on, the temptation is to […]

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Dealing With the Emotional Triggers of “Black Friday”.

Thought for today: “Got to have it.  No way to be without it.  One day only!  Black Friday is here!  Don’t miss it!…” Bombarded with ads to buy, how can you resist?  Think of the romance lost and the people you let down who count on you if you don’t spend! Anyone sensitive to this […]

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