Budgets & Ceilings

By Mike Monahan, CEO and executive director, Life Success Seminars Inc.

Are you tired of hearing about budgets and ceilings? I am!

I raised five children. I totally understand the concept of spending more than I earned. I also understand that this creates a lot of arguments. And it definitely lowered my AAA credit rating!

Eventually, I did something different. I cleaned up my mess, and I moved on.

The best advice I have is to not watch others as they struggle though their tough times. You just get hooked in their drama. Turn off your TV and let the couple (and I think you know I'm talking about the Democrats and Republicans!), get their house in order. They'll eventually figure it out and deal with their problems.

It's simple. Keep your focus on the solutions that you're responsible for. Don't get lost in the distractions of life.