Financial stress is common if you are facing economic distress as a result of a lost job, divorce, death in the family, or being over your head in debt. This can lead to feelings of insecurity, fear, anxiety, anger, and depression.
These feelings can cause you to continue to make poor money management decisions. These poor decisions can lead to even heavier debt loads, and start a vicious cycle that never seems to end.
If you reach the point where your feelings of helplessness and hopelessness become overwhelming, get the help you need. Talk to a friend, loved one, your doctor, pastor, a debt counselor , someone.
No situation is hopeless. With just a little guidance, a few well thought out goals, and emotional support from family and friends, you can take steps in the right direction. As with many obstacles you overcome in life, you will emerge with a new outlook, new skills, and best of all, a new feeling of self-esteem.
You may want to consider debt consolidation or debt settlement to pay off your credit cards. One payment, usually a lot lower than your credit card payments, can help you get back on track.
The well being of you, and your family, has to be your priority during times of financial stress. Make the decision now to learn how to cope, to make the changes you can, to stay focused and goal-oriented, and to let anxiety and financial stress go.
DMCC is a 501 (c)3 nonprofit organization committed to educating consumers on financial issues and providing personal assistance to consumers who have become overextended with debt. Education is provided free of charge to consumers, as well as personal counseling to identify the best options for the repayment of their debt. To speak to a certified credit counselor, call toll-free 866-618-3328 or email contact@dmcconline.org.
